Inbound & Primary Transportation Manager (f/m/d)

BERNER is looking for an Inbound & Primary Transportation Manager to join their team. The role focuses on planning, coordinating, and optimizing transportation activities across the distribution network.

Your Tasks

• Plan and coordinate inbound and inter-distribution center transportation, including volume and capacity requirements.
• Create and manage transportation orders to ensure reliable shipment execution.
• Monitor delivery performance and ensure on-time transportation services.
• Assess, select, and manage logistics service providers based on performance and cost criteria.
• Audit transportation invoices, manage costs, and identify optimization opportunities.
• Drive continuous improvements to increase transportation efficiency and warehouse network performance.

Your Profile

• Several years of experience in Transportation, Logistics, or Supply Chain Management.
• Strong knowledge of transportation planning, execution, and carrier management.
• Experience with transportation tenders, provider selection, and contract negotiations.
• Familiarity with Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and related technologies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills in an international business environment.
• Fluency in English and German (additional languages are an advantage).

Work Conditions & Benefits

• Remote work options available.
• Job bike leasing (JobRad).
• Commuting allowance.
• Wellpass membership and corporate benefits.
• Company pension scheme.
• Opportunities for further training.
• Technically modern equipped workplace.
• Company restaurant in Künzelsau or meal vouchers in Cologne.
• Attractive conditions for products in the BERNER online shop.

Employment Details

• Contract Type: Direct hire.
• Work Schedule: Full-time.
• Location: Cologne or Künzelsau (Home office options available).