Job Description
We create the future of B2B commerce by giving business relationships a platform. Our marketplace enables millions of business owners all over the world to focus on what they do best – delight others.
As an e-commerce Marketplace, Metro Markets works with hundreds of Vendors and Suppliers within Europe and beyond, managing thousands of products to deliver on our customer's needs while providing great service.
We are looking for an Import Supply Expert (Asia) (m/f/d)
We are seeking an Import Supply Expert (Asia) with a proven track record in import planning, particularly focusing on Asian markets, to join our driving Supply Planning team.
In this role you will be responsible for replenishment of the warehouse goods, liaising with main Metro Supplier in Asia, developing inventory replenishment strategy for Own Brands, improving inventory replenishment tools and strategy, managing potential supply chain risks, monitoring and optimizing inventory levels, and working with cross-functional teams and third-party service providers to align supply chain plans with business objectives.
In addition, the following tasks await you:
- Ensuring the monthly replenishment process (supply orders are planned and processed) including management of container logistics, optimizing routes and resources to minimize costs and maximize efficiency.
- Monitor orders from Asia to Europe, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards and coordinate deliveries with relevant business priorities.
- Ensure efficient stock management and maximizing Product Availability: regular analysis of SKU's turnover; excessive stock and proactive follow-up with recommendations of concrete action.
- Generate reports to measure and improve supplier performance and product availability.
- Collaborate with key stakeholders internally and externally across the Supply Chain & related Departments like: Warehousing, Demand Planning, Commercial, Marketing, IT teams to streamline operations and improve overall supply chain performance.
- Manage processes related to container deliveries (like claims, customs clearance)
- Coordinate ordering according to opportunistic buying and selling activities with the Commercial department.
- Analyse data and performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement solutions to enhance efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
- Playing an integral part in improving existing Supply Chain processes and take ownership in projects to optimize systems and collaboration along the Metro Markets Supply Chain and with main Metro Supplier in Asia.
- Prepare instructions, procedures, etc. for process standardization and optimization.
This is a permanent full-time position that based in our Dusseldorf office with possibility partially work remotely.
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, business administration, or a related field.
- Proven experience in supply chain management, with a strong focus on coordinating orders from Asia to Europe.
- Demonstrated knowledge of container planning and logistics, with the ability to optimize routes and resources effectively.
- Strong personality with excellent communication and negotiation skills, capable of building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
- Experience with customs clearance processes, preferably in the context of importing goods from Asia into Europe.
- Proficiency in relevant software and tools, including ERP systems and logistics management platforms (advanced MS Excel as a must). Power BI knowledge as a benefit as well as other technical knowledge and skills.
- Comfort in dealing with big volumes of data, detail focused and accuracy in numbers
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing challenges.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and effectively manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- High level of ownership and end-to-end thinking
- Experience in setting, monitoring and reporting KPIs
- Fluency in English (oral and written) is essential.
- Innovative product and exciting career opportunities in an agile environment with a start-up mentality
- Non-bureaucratic processes and flat hierarchies resulting in an open and transparent working environment
- Multinational team with 60+ nationalities
- Smart working (hybrid working) with also flexible home office policy
- Metro Card for shopping at discounted rates & company discounts with renowned brands
- JobRad and JobTicket programs for commuting
- Language courses for professional growth
- Attractive referral program
- Team events, MeetUps, and TechTalks
- And much more
Join us in driving excellence in our supply chain operations and making a meaningful impact on our organization's success. Apply now to become a vital part of our team as an Import Supply Expert (Asia)! View More