Strategic Buyer Logistics & Customs (m/f/x)

Procurement with reach – Logistics with impact
At Airbus Operations GmbH in Hamburg Finkenwerder, we are offering a high-impact position in international procurement: Strategic Buyer Logistics & Customs. In this role, you will manage the end-to-end strategic sourcing process for transport and logistics service providers across the Airbus Group – including air, sea, and land freight as well as customs and export control services. Use your procurement expertise to secure global logistics solutions – with strategic focus and commercial strength.

The gross annual salary ranges between €73,000 and €76,000, depending on qualifications. If you have already applied with ARTS, we look forward to matching you with other suitable positions – multiple applications are not necessary.

Job details

Workplace: Hamburg Finkenwerder

Occupational Area: Supply Chain / Purchasing / Sales

Contract: Temporary employment

Job-ID: 18201

Customer:

Tasks

• Strategic procurement of transport and logistics services, including customs and export control, for all Airbus entities
• End-to-end management of tenders (CFTs) including contract design, negotiation, and execution
• Supplier management of key 3PL/4PL service providers – from onboarding to performance monitoring and claims handling
• Negotiating contracts to deliver maximum value for Airbus
• Supporting the Market Segment Sourcing Strategy, including market intelligence and supplier evaluations
• Aligning with internal stakeholders during service developments, escalations, or crisis situations
• Driving strategic projectsin sustainability, supply chain resilience, competitiveness, and digital innovation
  

Qualifications

• University degree (at least Bachelor's level) in Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or Economics
• At least four years of professional experience in procurement, supplier management, contract management, and logistics
• Basic knowledge of project management
• Confident in working with Google Workspace
• German and French language skills are a plus
• A valid, unrestricted work permit for the European Union (no student visa) is mandatory
• CV in English required