As worldwide experts in filtration, MANN+HUMMEL develop solutions for vehicles, industrial applications, clean air inside vehicles and the sustainable use of water. With team spirit and an open culture of communication, we are continuously working towards achieving our vision of ‘leadership in filtration'. Become part of our team.

Role Summary

This role is responsible for measuring the performance and driving the optimization of our global distribution footprint, directly contributing to improved efficiency, cost savings, and strategic growth across international markets.

This role interacts on a regular base with 3PL and 4PL partners.

Main Tasks

• Drive operational excellence in the distribution centers incl. KPI management and SQDC implementation.

• Support regional teams with preparation of 3PL business review and management.

• Identify optimization opportunities of outbound logistics costs.

• Continual review and optimization of the global distribution network.

• Expert leadership and project management for key distribution footprint projects

• Develop business case and impact calculation of distribution network changes

• Support in selecting best-in-class warehousing technology; calculating business cases and supporting implementation

• Work hand-in-hand with transportation and distribution process managers to achive best-in-class end-to-end distribution processes

• Responsible as a sub project team leader

• Develop and maintain direct collaboration with regional distribution teams

• Play vital role in the changes and development of global distribution and warehouse footprint

Educational Requirements

- Bachelor's degree or comparable qualification or experience in Business Administration or Industrial Engineering, Logistics or a related field

Experience Requirements

- 5+ years of experience specifically in distribution center network design, including modeling, optimization, and cost-to-serve analysis across multi-regional or global footprints

- Experience with supply chain design tools (e.g., Coupa, Supply Chain Guru, Vista or similar)

- Proven experience evaluating and modeling DC location strategies, warehouse sizing, and product flow optimization

- Ability to build business cases using detailed cost modeling for network redesign or consolidation projects

Skills Requirements

- Supply chain network modeling and simulation

- Cost-to-serve analytics

- Transportation and warehouse strategy

- Data visualization (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)

- SAP knowledge including SAP WM/EWM advantageous

- Data Analysis

- Ecommerce implementation (process lead advantageous)

- Demand Planning

- Material Flow Management and Processes

- Inventory Control Systems

- Business Reporting

- Project Management

- Process Improvement

Competencies

- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint

- Strong English verbal and written communication

- Highly self-motivated and able to work independently as well as in a team

- Structured approach

- Analytical thinking and problem solving

- Willingness to stay updated with the latest market trends

- Thrive in an international environment and on international projects

- International Travel up to 30%

Preferred Experience

- Preferably 5 years of experience in International Trade, preferencial agreements and customs regulations

- At least 5-10 years' experience in the field of distribution logistics

- Profound knowledge and experience in transportation modes and transportation flows

- Deep understanding of end-to-end fullfilment processes in modern distribution, including warehouse equipment and software

- Experience of warehouse operations or experience in operations would be advantageous

Are you full of ideas? Are you keen to take on responsibility and really achieve something? Then our doors are open to you. This company lives out its values, gives people the freedom to use their own initiative, and offers many development exciting opportunities and many exciting projects – all of which awaits you here.