Key Accountabilities

Operational leadership for global logistics category delivery

• Ensure stable, efficient and high-quality execution of end-to-end global category management activities for logistics including all modes of shipments & warehouses across all OS&S operations within the service scope across regions

• Translate process requirements, SLAs and KPIs into clear operational targets and team objectives for the logistics category team

• Manage capacity, workload allocation and prioritization across the Global Logistics Category team

• Oversee global logistics category service performance and manage escalations related to category strategy failures, sourcing delays, supplier disputes, contractual deviations or governance breaches

• Ensure consistent implementation of global logistics category strategies

Implementation of process design and standards

• Ensure the implementation of process design, procedures and controls defined by the Global Process Owner and S2C Service Line Process Management in the operational line for logistics category

• Ensure adherence to global standards, work instructions, templates and control frameworks in day-to-day execution across the logistics portfolios

• Drive adherence to compliance standards including purchasing policies, delegation of authority, audit requirements and contract governance specific to Logistics sourcing

• Ensure alignment between operational delivery and global logistics category strategy and execution process architecture across all regions

Performance, quality and continuous improvement

• Monitor strategic KPIs, operational SLAs and control indicators for the global logistics category and initiate corrective and preventive actions where required

• Provide structured feedback to process management on feasibility, operational pain points and improvement opportunities observed in global logistics strategy definition and execution

• Support the rollout of new or updated process designs, systems, tools and templates into the operational line for global logistics

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance sourcing efficiency, contract accuracy, process stability and compliance maturity within the global logistics category scope

Category governance and strategic alignment

• Define and uphold a robust global logistics category governance framework including global processes, controls, decision rights, segmentation rules and governance routines

• Consolidate global logistics category performance metrics and strategic reporting to enable transparency and executive-level insights across the portfolio

• Ensure alignment of regional logistics category roadmaps and sourcing initiatives to ensure global consistency, strategic coherence and optimized cross-regional synergies

• Ensure implementation of the global logistics category strategy across all regions and escalate deviation risks to regional leadership where required

• Support the VP Global Procurement with data-driven insights, strategic recommendations and structured preparation for global and stream-level decisions related to logistics

Team leadership and people development

• Lead and develop a team of Global Category Leads within the global logistics operational line — comprising the Global Raw Material Category Lead and the Global Logistics Category Lead

• Foster a culture of collaboration, performance and continuous learning aligned with Omya's values

• Ensure training, certification pathways and professional development opportunities to grow strategic global logistics category management capability

• Strengthen knowledge sharing, methodology alignment and collaboration across the global logistics category team

Stakeholder management and communication

• Collaborate closely with the Vice President Global Procurement and Process Management teams to ensure alignment between operational delivery and process strategy for global logistics

• Engage with key stakeholders across Finance, Supply Chain, HR, Sales and other OS&S service lines to enable coordinated service delivery and cross-functional integration

• Act as primary global point of contact for executive stakeholders regarding global logistics category performance, risks, opportunities and strategic initiatives

• Steer cross-regional collaboration with Global Category Leads and functionally with Regional Category Managers and commercial stakeholders to ensure unified global logistics category execution

Experience

• Minimum 8–10 years of relevant working experience in an operational or function‑related position

• Experience in sourcing railway transportation (particularly in North America), as well as road, waterway, and warehousing services across all regions.

• Significant experience in leading teams and managing complex, multi‑location operational environments

Knowledge and skills

• Global category governance framework design with specific focus on global logistics markets

• Category management and methodology development for logistics sourcing

• Global sourcing capability coaching and guidance

• Strong understanding of sourcing, procurement policies, negotiation frameworks, and contracting processes in global logistics (all modes including warehousing)

• Proficiency in procurement systems (e.g., SAP MM, eProcurement, contract management tools)

• Ability to evaluate supplier performance, analyze commercial data, and assess sourcing risks within logistics markets

• Cross-functional collaboration with Procurement, Legal, Finance, and business stakeholders

• High attention to detail for contract documents, negotiation records, and approval workflows

• Knowledge of compliance and legal requirements related to logistics sourcing, supplier data, and contract handling

• Ability to manage confidential commercial information and sensitive supplier negotiations

• Experience in analyzing procurement performance metrics, negotiation outcomes, and sourcing effectiveness

• Solid understanding of category management principles, supplier markets, and cost-driver structures specific to global logistics

• Ability to interpret procurement KPIs, dashboards, and analytics outputs using Excel or BI tools

• Competence in managing sourcing workstreams, coordinating inputs, and aligning stakeholders across functions

• Basic understanding of contractual terms, commercial clauses, service levels, and supplier risk indicators

• Knowledge of supplier relationship management practices, governance routines, and escalation handling

• Excellent command of both oral and written English

• Willingness to travel depending on organizational setup

What do we offer?

• Hybrid Work Model: Flexibility to work from home and in the office, according to the policy, helping you achieve a healthy work-life balance.

• Ticket Restaurant: Enjoy a daily meal allowance to support your well-being.

• Flexible retribution: Kindergarten & Transport

• 30 Labor Days of Holidays: Ample time off to relax and recharge.

• Language Lessons: Access to language lessons to help you grow both personally and professionally.

• Medical Insurance: 60% company-subsidized medical insurance for employees, with the option to extend coverage to family members at a highly competitive rate.

• Open and Modern Office Environment: Work in a collaborative, innovative, and comfortable space designed for your success.