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About the role
The Senior Manager Logistics Development drives large-scale, strategic logistics transformation initiatives within warehousing and transportation.
The role is accountable for translating strategic priorities into scalable logistics solutions, ensuring cost efficiency, operational excellence, and future-ready capabilities in a complex, matrix-driven organization.
The role reports to the Vice President Logistics, Gardena Division.
Responsibilities (Key Accountabilities):
1. Lead Logistics Initiatives
- Initiate, structure and govern large-scale logistics programs
- Define business cases, value drivers, KPIs and implementation roadmaps
- Drive execution discipline and measurable impact
2. Executive Decision Support
- Develop high-quality decision material for Divisional Management
- Translate strategic ambition into actionable logistics concepts
- Strengthen strategic alignment between operations and executive leadership
- Provide clear recommendations based on operational, financial and risk assessments
3. Sourcing & Strategic Procurement
- Prepare and execute RFQs for 3PL warehouse and transportation solutions
- Define sourcing strategy, scope, evaluation criteria and commercial framework
- Drive supplier selection, negotiation support and governance structure
- Ensure long-term performance and scalability of logistics partnerships
4. Future-Ready Logistics Design
- Evaluate modern warehouse solutions (automation, IT systems, digital integration)
- Assess technology enablement and scalability
- Align operational requirements with strategic investment decisions
5. Cross-Functional Leadership
- Lead and coach cross-functional project teams
- Navigate matrix complexity to ensure progress and ownership
Requirements: (Skills & Background)
University degree in Engineering or Business Management (Master’s degree preferred)
5 to 10 years of professional experience in logistics, supply chain or operational transformation
Preferably experience in a Consulting Company
Proven track record in driving transformation programs, preferably within logistics operations
Solid understanding of the logistics sourcing process, including setting up and managing RFQs for 3PLs
Fundamental knowledge of modern warehouse solutions and technologies, such as IT systems and automation Experience preparing executive-level decision material
Strategic thinking combined with strong operational understanding
Strong financial acumen (business cases, cost structures, ROI logic)
High resilience and ability to operate in ambiguity
Ability to take ownership
Excellent executive communication and presentation skills, preferably gained from roles in business development or management consulting
Fluent in German and English, both spoken and written
Our promise to you
You will work in a team that remains curious and takes responsibility. What matters to us is who you are — and the impact you want to make.
Your benefits at HUSQVARNA
Opportunities for mobile and flexible work
Individual development opportunities and international career paths
Employee discounts on company products
Works council social fund
Daycare center in cooperation with Wieland
... and more
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Husqvarna Group Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare options are broad, including multiple medical plans with HSA-eligible choices, virtual care, pharmacy programs, and surgical navigation support. Preventive care coverage and chronic-condition resources further reinforce medical support depth.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave provides extended fully paid time for primary and secondary caregivers across birth, adoption, or foster placement. This breadth positions family support as a meaningful element of the package.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Well-being offerings span EAP access with mental-health tools, second-opinion services, and surgical care programs, plus optional protections and notable product discounts. These add-ons complement core coverage and support everyday needs.
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Husqvarna Group is a global leading producer of outdoor power products for forest, park and garden care. Sustainability is integrated into our business. Creating a strong company fit for the future demands the ingenuity and courage of our people, forward-thinking leadership in our organization and the insights of our strategic partners. Working at our company means being part of our long and proud history. More than 330 years of innovation has shaped the company and contributed to the passion that drives our employees and the company forward. The Group has grown and now includes 14,400 employees in 40 countries and our products are sold in 100 countries under brands such as Husqvarna, Gardena, Flymo and Orbit Irrigation. The range includes robotic lawnmowers, chainsaws, trimmers, riding lawnmowers and garden irrigation. With our passion for innovation we continue to shape great experiences! Do you want to be part of Husqvarna Group and pursue a challenging career in an international environment? Read about our job openings and trainee programs here: husqvarnagroup.com/career
