Procurement Specialist - Logistics & Warehousing

As a seasoned and proactive Procurement Specialist in Logistics & Warehousing at ZEISS India, you will be responsible for sourcing, contracting, and optimizing third-party logistics (3PL), warehousing, distribution, and supply chain-related services. Your role is crucial in ensuring high performance and cost-effectiveness in logistics and supply chain services for various business operations within the ZEISS India ecosystem, including Sales & Service, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Real Estate & Facilities, and the Global Capability Center (GCC). You will lead vendor negotiations, drive digital procurement transformation, and establish world-class sourcing processes to support operational excellence. - Develop and execute a category strategy for logistics and warehousing - Conduct spending analysis and cost benchmarking - Own the end-to-end procurement process for logistics partners - Lead vendor negotiations to secure cost-effective services - Establish and manage relationships with logistics service providers, freight forwarders, and warehousing vendors - Drive the adoption of digital tools for procurement operations - Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand logistics requirements - Ensure compliance with trade regulations and internal policies - Support sustainability initiatives by promoting eco-friendly logistics solutions To qualify for this role, you should have: - A Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, or Business Administration, with an MBA or professional certifications preferred - 7-10 years of experience in logistics, warehousing, or indirect procurement in a manufacturing or multinational environment - A proven track record in managing high-value contracts - Proficiency in e-procurement platforms like SAP/S4HANA and Jaggaer Join ZEISS India, a global leader in precision optics and technology innovation, in driving excellence across the value chain through best-in-class procurement practices for logistics and warehousing. Your strategic insights and execution capability will enable seamless, scalable, and sustainable supply chain operations in support of ZEISS's mission of "Seeing Beyond.",