Manager – Terminal Procurement

Hapag-Lloyd AG

Manager leading terminal procurement strategies and negotiations at Hapag-Lloyd AG in Hamburg, focusing on optimizing terminal capacity and competitiveness.

Posted 7/17/2026full-timeHamburg • 🇩🇪 GermanyMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in vendor negotiation, strategic sourcing, and stakeholder management within the transportation and shipping sectors. Proficient in data analysis and market research to drive decision-making and enhance supplier management processes.

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Vendor NegotiationStrategic SourcingStakeholder ManagementData AnalysisMarket Research

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Hard Skills

Procurement FunctionsTransportation ManagementLogisticsTerminal OperationsMarket Analysis

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingAnalytical ThinkingCommunication SkillsCollaborationConflict Management

Tools & Technologies

Supplier Management ProcessesCollaboration Tools

Industry Keywords

Global Terminal OperatorsCross-Regional StrategyVendor RelationshipsPort StudiesBudget Targets

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and negotiate vendor-specific collaboration concepts for global terminal operators and achieve budget targets in collaboration with regional procurement teams.
Conduct market analysis and internal assessments to identify negotiation leverage points.
Implement strategic proposals to secure terminal capacity and maintain Hapag-Lloyd's competitiveness.
Drive cross-regional category strategy and sourcing activities, ensuring alignment with stakeholders.
Support port studies to analyze surplus and demand, impacting sourcing concepts.
Establish and maintain strong vendor relationships at relevant levels.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to identify value-add potentials.
Contribute to the creation and standardization of global supplier management processes and tools.

Requirements

What you’ll need

University degree in business administration, logistics, transportation management, or a related field.
Minimum 5 years of experience in transportation, shipping, or terminal operations and at least 3 years of experience in procurement functions.
Result-driven, enthusiastic, and proactive with strong problem-solving skills.
Analytical thinker with good negotiation and conflict management abilities.
Proven track record in successful stakeholder management.
Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
Ability to work cross-regionally and collaborate with diverse teams.
Proficiency in data analysis and market research.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Attractive compensation (13 monthly salaries + vacation pay) as well as strong social benefits in a financially stable company
At least 28 days of vacation, flexible working hours, capital forming benefits, and a future oriented pension plan (MYPENSION)
Mobility benefits such as subsidies for public transportation, as well as bicycle leasing via JobRad
Comprehensive health and sports offerings (e.g., yoga, sailing, company doctor) plus EGYM Wellpass
A company restaurant with freshly prepared meals every day and a coffee bar with a wide selection