Chain IQ Group AG · 13 hours ago
Sourcing Logistics Manager
Chicago, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$120K/yr - $170K/yr
5+ years expChain IQ is a global AI-driven Procurement Service Partner, headquartered in Baar, Switzerland, with operations across main centers and 16 offices worldwide. The Sourcing Logistics Manager is responsible for developing and executing category strategies for logistics services while leading a team to optimize costs and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards in a food and nutrition manufacturing environment.
Management Consulting
Responsibilities
Develop, own and implement end-to-end category strategies for logistics (transportation and warehouse), (FTL/LTL), intermodal where applicable, and warehousing (ambient, temperature-controlled, value-added services), aligned with Group’s global procurement objectives
Deliver measurable value through cost savings, demand management, specification harmonization, and supplier consolidation
Lead should-cost analyses, total cost of ownership (TCO) modeling, and benchmarking initiatives
Identify, qualify, and manage strategic suppliers and regional partners to ensure continuity of supply and competitive advantage
Lead RFPs, RFQs, and contract negotiations, including pricing structures, SLAs, safety standards, and service levels
Act as a trusted procurement partner to plant engineering, maintenance, EHS, operations, and quality teams
Drive alignment between local site needs and regional/global sourcing strategies
Lead and develop the Logistics sourcing team, setting clear objectives, priorities, and performance expectations
Provide coaching, guidance, and functional expertise to build category and sourcing capabilities
Foster collaboration across regions and ensure consistent application of sourcing processes and standards
Act as the primary escalation point for complex commercial or supplier-related issues within the category
Qualification
Required
University degree (Bachelor's or Master's) or equivalent professional experience
5–7+ years of experience in strategic sourcing or category management, ideally within FMCG, food manufacturing, pharma, or industrial environments
Proven experience managing transport, warehouse and consumables categories
Team leadership experience
Strong track record of negotiations, cost savings delivery, and supplier management
Experience operating in multi-site, matrixed organizations
Strong analytical and stakeholder communication skills
Execution-oriented with a strong operational mindset
Structured, pragmatic, and resilient in fast-paced environments
Benefits
Medical, vision and dental coverage
401(k)
A wide range of paid time off options
Company
Chain IQ Group AG
Chain IQ is a global AI-driven Procurement Service Partner, providing strategic, tactical and operational procurement for its clients.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Olivia McDonough
Head of HR, Business Partner & Operations Management Americas
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