External Supply Manager | Footwear Logistics

ph3bExternal Supply Manager - 12-month contract /b /h3pbReebok /b | Roermond, Limburg, Netherlands /ppPlay a role in Reebok's next chapter in Europe! /pp130 years of boldness, sneaker culture, innovation… and an exciting new chapter ahead. /ppReebok is accelerating its transformation across Europe and strengthening its logistics organisation to support this growth. /ppTo support this momentum, we are looking for an bExternal Supply Manager /b who will play a key role in managing Reebok's external logistics partners and ensuring customer requirements are translated into operational excellence across the supply chain. /ppWorking closely with Logistics, Procurement, Sales Operations and external service providers, you will become the key interface between customer expectations, operational execution and supplier performance. /ppThis is a highly visible role where your ability to build strong partnerships, challenge existing ways of working and continuously improve operational performance will make a real impact. /ppYour responsibilities will focus on four key areas: /pulliManaging relationships with external suppliers and 3PL partners /liliCoordinating Value Added Services (labelling, repacking, RFID, packaging and customer-specific requirements) /liliReviewing customer and supplier contracts to ensure operational feasibility and compliance /liliIdentifying improvement opportunities while supporting the sourcing and implementation of new logistics services /li /ulpBeyond day-to-day supplier management, you will help ensure that operational requirements are consistently translated into scalable, efficient and customer-focused logistics solutions. /ph3Your Profile /h3pYou already have experience working within the bFootwear, Sporting Goods, Fashion or Apparel industry /b andb understand the specific requirements of retail and wholesale logistics. /b /ppYou have around b3 to 5 years of experience /b managing suppliers, contracts or third-party logistics providers in an international environment. /ppYou enjoy working across multiple stakeholders, balancing operational execution with commercial and customer expectations. /ppYou are proactive, pragmatic and comfortable taking ownership in a fast-moving environment where priorities evolve quickly. /ppExcellent English communication skills are essential. /ph3Location Package /h3pBased in bRoermond, Netherlands /b /pp(approximately 45 minutes from Düsseldorf and 2 hours from Amsterdam) /ppHybrid working: 1 day per week remote /ppRegular interaction with Reebok's UK warehouse operations in Bristol and Manchester. /ppTravel approximately 20% of the time, with more frequent visits during the onboarding phase and occasional travel to other European locations. /ppb12-month contract /b with the intention of moving into a permanent position following successful performance. /ppSalary: A highly competitive compensation package, based on your experience and qualifications. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr