Supply Chain Manager E-Commerce FMCG (fixed 12-24 months contract)

🌍 About the RoleOur client is building and scaling multiple D2C consumer-goods brands in the beauty, health, and wellness space. As a Supply Chain Manager, you will take ownership of the end-to-end supply chain and logistics operations, ensuring smooth processes and high efficiency across all channels. This is a 100% remote role within Germany/EU, offering autonomy and direct impact on growing brands.🔧 Key ResponsibilitiesManage national and international transports, including customs handlingOversee 3PL/fulfillment centers, returns, and risk managementNegotiate logistics contracts and shipping rates to reduce costsAnalyse, optimise, and automate SCM processesLead internal projects for new tools and system implementationsMonitor and report on key KPIs (cost per order, return rates, availability)Collaborate closely with Procurement, Product, E-Commerce, Customer Success, and Finance✅ Ideal Candidate ProfileMust-Haves:≥3 years experience in supply chain/logistics within E-Commerce, Start-ups, or Scale-upsFMCG or consumer-goods backgroundKnowledge of customs processesProficient in Google Sheets and ERP/WMS systemsGerman C2 & English B2Nice-to-Haves:Exposure to procurement and product managementExperience with process automation and controllingKPI dashboarding and reportingPersonality Traits:Organised and solution-orientedStrong negotiator and communicatorHands-on, self-directed, analyticalCollaborative across teams🎓 Experience & EducationMinimum 3 years SCM/logistics experience in E-Commerce/FMCG start-upsUniversity degree not requiredTools: Google Sheets, start-up ERP/WMS (e.g., Billbee, Xentral, etc.)💶 CompensationBase Salary: €50,000 – €70,000 (Top performers up to €80,000)Variable/Bonus: None📄 Contract DetailsContract Type: Fixed-term (12 or 24 months) → potential conversion to permanentWorking Hours: 40 h/week (option for 30–32 h/week)Vacation: 27 days + 0.5 day Christmas + 0.5 day New Year’s EveProbation Period: 6 months🎁 Perks100% remote with modern MacBook & peripherals30-day EU workation (extendable individually)Two annual team workations & regular offsites100% employer-paid pension (bAV)Wellpass subsidy (€25)€600/year co-working budget≥€500/year learning budget + training timeCorporate benefits platform & 15% discount on productsEmployee referral program📈 KPIs & Success MetricsLogistics cost per order/locationReturn rate reductionOn-time & in-full delivery rateProcess automation milestones achievedSavings from contract renegotiations🔎 Hiring ProcessHR Screening (culture & must-have check)Case Study + Deep-Dive Call with functional leadFounder/CEO Interview & final decision