Supply Chain Management Specialist / Transport Logistics (m/f/d)

Mission Brief

As a buyer responsible for organizing the transports, you will drive the efficient and reliable movement of goods and materials across national and international locations, ensuring seamless logistics operations within our supply chain. You will collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to schedule transportation, negotiate contracts, manage documentation, and uphold compliance with industry standards. Your proactive approach to optimizing costs, tracking performance, and maintaining deadlines will directly support our mission to deliver high-quality aerospace products, on time and on budget.

Your Role in Our Space Mission:

Plan, direct, and coordinate the transportation, storage, and distribution of goods and services, both nationally and internationally.

Schedule timely transportation services and monitor shipments to ensure goods reach their destinations as planned.

Select appropriate means of transport and arrange logistics with nominated carriers, brokers, and freight forwarders for land, sea, and air freight.

Explain and negotiate contract terms with drivers and other vendors to secure favorable agreements.

Generate, process, and administer detailed transportation documents and invoices, ensuring all documentation is accurately completed, properly stored, and maintained for full traceability and audit purposes.

Track transportation budgets and expenses, maintaining cost targets and performance control of service providers.

Develop, implement, and maintain transportation policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with industry regulations, plant standards, and shipping requirements.

Establish priorities, track assignments, and ensure availability of resources needed for efficient operations.

Maintain schedules and deadlines for all transport activities.

Work collaboratively with loading and warehouse personnel to meet shipment goals and optimize logistics processes.

Qualification Checklist

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field

Proven experience in transport organization, logistics, or freight purchasing (national and international)

Strong understanding of transportation regulations and industry standards (land, sea, and air freight)

Experience with contract negotiation and vendor management

Solid knowledge of customs procedures, exim (export/import) processes, export control regulations, and handling of dangerous goods

Excellent organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines

Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail and cost optimization

Effective communication skills in English (written and spoken);

Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners

Problem-solving skills and a proactive, solution-oriented approach

Bonus Skills

Proficiency in using logistics and ERP systems (e.g., SAP) would be a plus

German language skills are a plus

Benefits

Employee Participation Program: Share in our success through our virtual company share program

30 days of vacation: Enjoy the days off to relax and recharge

Company pension plan: Secure your future with our company pension plan, featuring a 20% employer contribution after the probation period

Subsidised lunch: Stay energised with delicious, subsidised lunches every day

Public transport ticket: Commute with ease using a fully financed Deutschlandticket

Rental clothing with laundry service: Enjoy hassle-free workwear with our convenient rental clothing and laundry service

Sport Clubs membership: Stay fit with our sponsored sports club memberships (EGYM Wellpass)

Individual learning allowance: Grow your skills with an individual learning budget granted after the probation period

Childcare allowance: Receive a childcare allowance for your non-school-age children

And Much More! Discover additional perks and benefits when you join our team.

Who we are

We are Isar Aerospace and we are at the forefront of New Space building a modern space business to enable faster, better and cheaper access to space.

Our mission is to help democratise space and use it for good in order to improve life on Earth now and for the future generations.

We are a fast-growing company aiming to provide sustainable and environmentally friendly launch solutions for small and medium-sized satellites and constellations into Low Earth Orbit. The company is privately funded by world-leading technology investors with strong commitment and support and our team is made of driven and talented people with a real passion for space innovation.

We're making rockets in a way that hasn't been done before disrupting a traditional industry. If you are up for the challenge, want to work on cutting-edge projects and be part of a team changing the world for better, come, join us and launch your career!

Want to find out more about us?

Visit www.isaraerospace.com

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• Isar Aerospace SE is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fairness and inclusivity. We do not prioritize any specific religion, gender, nationality, or background. Due to security clearance requirements, affiliations with countries listed under § 13 para. 1 no. 17 SÜG may affect the application process. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

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