Specialist Supply Chain Network Optimization EMEA (m/w/d)

Sika
Stuttgart
Workplace: HybridFull timeFunction: Supply Chain & LogisticsExperience: 3+ yearsEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Analytical thinking","Problem-solving","Stakeholder management","Communication","Attention to detail"]

Support EMEA countries in designing, evaluating, and optimizing regional distribution networks to improve service levels, reduce logistics costs, and increase efficiency. Perform network flow and footprint analysis, build and compare scenario simulations for cost-to-serve and service tradeoffs, and optimize transportation logic (routing, modes, frequencies) including CO2 reduction opportunities. Align replenishment rules and inventory flows, create tools/templates, and develop resilient contingency network concepts.

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Specialist Supply Chain Network Optimization EMEA (m/w/d)

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Job Summary

Support EMEA countries in designing, evaluating, and optimizing regional distribution networks to improve service levels, reduce logistics costs, and increase efficiency. Perform network flow and footprint analysis, build and compare scenario simulations for cost-to-serve and service tradeoffs, and optimize transportation logic (routing, modes, frequencies) including CO2 reduction opportunities. Align replenishment rules and inventory flows, create tools/templates, and develop resilient contingency network concepts.
Location: Stuttgart
Workplace: Hybrid
Employment Type: Full time · Permanent
Job Function: Supply Chain & Logistics
Seniority: Entry level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Analyze distribution networks and replenishment structures to identify bottlenecks and improvement opportunities.
  • •Develop and run scenario simulations to compare cost and service alternatives for decision-making.
  • •Improve transportation logic (routing, modes, frequencies) and identify cost and CO2 reduction opportunities.
  • •Optimize replenishment rules and allocation flows, aligning planning and logistics requirements.
  • •Provide tools/templates for data-driven decision-making and support long-term network strategy and resilience planning.

Key Requirements

  • •Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Business Analytics, or a related field
  • •3–5+ years of experience in supply chain, logistics, network optimization, or similar analytical roles
  • •Strong expertise in distribution network design, transportation modeling, and supply chain flow optimization
  • •Proven experience with scenario modeling, simulation tools, and cost-to-serve analysis
  • •Advanced analytical skills, including proficiency in Excel (advanced)
Experience:3+ yearsSupply chainLogisticsNetwork optimization
Education:Bachelor's in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Business Analytics, or related field
Skills:Analytical thinkingProblem-solvingStakeholder managementCommunicationAttention to detail
Languages:English
Tech Stack:Excel

Eligibility

Work Authorization:Authorization required. Sponsorship not provided.

Company Brief

Sika
Global specialty chemicals company supplying systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing and protecting in the construction and industrial sectors. Offers adhesives, sealants, concrete admixtures, and roofing systems worldwide.
Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Revenue: USD 1B+
Growth: Public Company
Valuation: Public Company (Market Cap in USD)
Funding: IPO / Publicly Listed
Headquarters: Baar, Switzerland
Founded: 1910
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