Logistics Advisor reports to the Group Logistics Director. 

He / She

• oversees and assesses logistics processes covering warehousing, transportation and customer service across all company sites.
• originates, designs and implements changes and improvements (e.g. cost reductions, service enhancements, standardizations etc.).
• assists Group Logistics Director with projects where required and other tasks.
  • Originating designing and implementing new or enhanced logistics processes, systems, and tools.
  • Managing directly or participating in ongoing and/or planned strategic projects (transportation management system migration and upgrade, new warehouse management system requirement definition, tendering and implementation, warehouse layout re-design, logistics cost modelling, legal and regulatory compliance requirements, etc.)
  • Designing, implementing and analyzing logistics cost and service KPIs
  • Designing, implementing and managing logistics data repositories (e.g. warehouses, contracts, assets etc.)
  • Leading and /or participating in logistics tenders
  • Supporting the collection and analysis of cross functional requirements for logistics processes and systems
  • Degree in quantitative (preferably STEM) subject
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience within logistics functions (warehousing, transportation) on manager and/or process expert/leader position)
  • Process oriented, System approach.
  • Fluent English
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools and preferably Business analytics tools
  • Communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Organizational skills
  • Ability to manage complexity and work under pressure

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SUMMARY

The Transportation &Trade Compliance Manager will support the Supply Chain team by overseeing the logistics operations on a regional scale, ensuring efficient delivery of goods while managing costs and maintaining high customer satisfaction.  This role is responsible for managing compliance for domestic and international shipments including relevant tax and customs regulations. With guidance from the Supply Chain Director, this role will review and develop strategies for optimal transportation network footprint focusing on a balance of cost and efficiency.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Oversees transportation operations for the region.
• Ensure compliance with regulations related to customs compliance, transportation safety, and environmental standards.
• Negotiate contracts with domestic transportation vendors and service providers.
• Collaborating cross-functionally with Regional Supply Chain teams as well as operations, commercial sales, finance and customer service.
• Analyze data and metrics to assess carrier performance, identify areas for improvement, and implement necessary changes.
• Maintain import/export parts master data to ensure compliance with classification, valuation, and other regionally specific trade regulations.
• Ensure on‑time delivery performance while balancing service levels and cost efficiency.
• Monitor shipment execution and proactively resolve delays, service failures, OS&D issues, and other logistical challenges.

Carrier & Transportation Management 

• Select, negotiate, and manage relationships with third‑party carriers and logistics service providers.
• Develop performance KPIs and scorecards; addressing service gaps and corrective actions as needed.
• Develop, implement, and maintain routing guides, carrier compliance standards, and transportation policies.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of multi‑modal transportation, including LTL, FTL, LCL, and FCL.

Cost Control, Analytics & Budgeting

• Develop and manage transportation budgets in alignment with business objectives.
• Analyze transportation data to identify cost drivers, efficiency opportunities, and service risks.
• Review, audit, and approve freight invoices for accuracy; manage freight claims and negotiate rates with carriers.
• Audit of customs entries to ensure accuracy.
• Support RFQs, reporting, and transportation analysis for both inbound and outbound freight.

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure compliance with DOT, FMCSA, and all applicable federal, state, and local transportation regulations.
• Maintain accurate transportation documentation, including BOLs, shipping records, and carrier documentation.
• Enforce safety standards and assist with the investigation and resolution of transportation incidents or claims.
• Maintain familiarity with NAFTA and HTS classifications as related to transportation activity.

Process Improvement & Reporting

• Track, analyze, and report transportation KPIs such as on‑time delivery, freight spend, cost per shipment, and carrier performance.
• Lead or support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance transportation efficiency, visibility, and scalability.
• Utilize Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and data analytics to drive informed decision‑making.

Cross Functional Collaboration & Training

• Partner closely with Customer Service, Safety, Warehouse, Supply Chain, and other internal teams to meet customer delivery requirements and service level agreements.
• Communicate proactively with internal stakeholders regarding shipment status, risks, and resolutions.
• Support training and education efforts to ensure organizational understanding of transportation policies, procedures, and best practices.

, Schedule, Travel & Work Environment

• This position will be Monday – Friday but must be flexible to support off‑hours or urgent transportation issues as needed.
• Travel will be less than 10% but may be required on occasion based on business needs.
• Work environment will include office and warehouse settings. Exposure to outdoor elements may be experienced on occasion. 
• Physical demands may include long periods of sitting and working on a computer. Must be able to safely lift up to 25 pounds.

Other Duties

• Achieve assigned sales targets and perform additional responsibilities as directed by management.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE & JOB REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• A bachelor’s degree in business administration, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field is typically required. Someone with significant experience in international trade and transportation will also be considered.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in logistics, transportation, trade compliance, or supply chain management, with proven experience in a managerial role.
• DOT / FMCSA compliance experience required.
• Strong working knowledge of multi‑modal transportation, including LTL, FTL, LCL, and FCL shipping methods.
• Solid understanding of NAFTA / USMCA trade principles and HTS classifications as they relate to transportation and logistics activities.
• Strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and proficiency in logistics software and tools are essential.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization and with external partners.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365, with strong skills in Excel, Word, and Outlook for reporting and communication.
• Experience with Transportation Management Systems (TMS) preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complexity, prioritize competing demands, and perform effectively under pressure.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to lead initiatives from planning through execution.

SUPERVISORY SKILLS

• This position currently has no direct reports; however, supervisory responsibilities may be added in the future as organizational needs evolve.
• This position will also be responsible for assisting with employee training activities, including onboarding new hires, supporting internal transfers, and providing ongoing skills development as needed.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to communicate clearly and accurately in English in writing or verbally to co-workers, supervisors, customers, and suppliers in person, email, or via telephone.
• Secondary language (Spanish) preferred, but not required. 

SUMMARY

The OEM Sales Manager is responsible for sustaining and growing the Original Equipment Manufacturing Construction sales channel with Yokohama TWS specifically focused on the OEM manufacturers and corporate offices.  This role's primary purpose is to drive new business development with OEM construction segment and while effectively managing and growing relationships the existing OEM customer base.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Sales Strategy & Growth

• Develop and execute sales strategies for assigned OEM customers to achieve revenue and profitability goals.
• Identify new business opportunities within the OEM segment and maintain awareness of market, customer, and competitor trends.
• Attend industry events to support growth and strengthen market presence.

Customer & Account Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key buyers, commodity managers, engineering and directors.
• Ensure high customer satisfaction and provide both strategic and tactical support to OEM construction customers.

Pricing & Negotiation

• Prepare timely, accurate, and competitive pricing proposals and ensure proper follow up and execution of planned activities.
• Lead all pricing discussions and negotiations with customers.
• Develop competitive pricing structures for customer supply agreements.

Operational & Product Support

• Ensure on‑time product delivery aligned with customer forecasts.
• Maintain a high supplier scorecard rating for customers.
• Track new product development and drive market needs with internal product managers.
• Maintain a strong understanding of the construction industry.

Collaboration & Reporting

• Lead OEM sales initiatives and work cross‑functionally with internal departments.
• Support marketing activities and coordinate with other departments to meet customer needs.
• Report sales activities and market insights on a scheduled and as‑needed basis.

Travel & Work Environment

• Extensive travel is required for this position – 60% or more.
• Work environment will include but is not limited to outdoor, office, customer locations, or warehouse settings.

Other Duties

• Achieve assigned sales targets and perform additional responsibilities as directed by management.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Experienced in MS Office Suite (Excel/Outlook/Word/PowerPoint) – with proficiency in Excel.
• Must be able to create PowerPoint presentations for customer/management presentations and present professionally to engage an audience.
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills; ability to build relationships at multiple levels to work cross-organizationally toward solutions.
• Proficient in analyzing market data, KPIs, and competitive trends to guide decisions and improve performance.
• Ability to self-motivate, multi-task, and work independently or within a team environment.
• Must have the ability to rapidly adapt to customer and market conditions.  

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• 4-year college degree; Business degrees preferred.
• 5+ years of sales experience in the material-handling or construction tire market.
• Previous experience in original equipment manufacturing sales is required.

SUPERVISORY SKILLS

• This position currently has no direct reports; however, supervisory responsibilities may be added in the future as organizational needs evolve.
• This position will also be responsible for assisting with employee training activities, including onboarding new hires, supporting internal transfers, and providing ongoing skills development as needed.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to communicate clearly and accurately in English in writing or verbally to co-workers, supervisors, customers, and suppliers in person, email, or via telephone.
• Secondary language preferred, but not required. 

SUMMARY

The OEM Sales Manager is responsible for sustaining and growing the Original Equipment Manufacturing Construction sales channel with Yokohama TWS specifically focused on the OEM manufacturers and corporate offices.  This role's primary purpose is to drive new business development with OEM construction segment and while effectively managing and growing relationships the existing OEM customer base.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Sales Strategy & Growth

• Develop and execute sales strategies for assigned OEM customers to achieve revenue and profitability goals.
• Identify new business opportunities within the OEM segment and maintain awareness of market, customer, and competitor trends.
• Attend industry events to support growth and strengthen market presence.

Customer & Account Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key buyers, commodity managers, engineering and directors.
• Ensure high customer satisfaction and provide both strategic and tactical support to OEM construction customers.

Pricing & Negotiation

• Prepare timely, accurate, and competitive pricing proposals and ensure proper follow up and execution of planned activities.
• Lead all pricing discussions and negotiations with customers.
• Develop competitive pricing structures for customer supply agreements.

Operational & Product Support

• Ensure on‑time product delivery aligned with customer forecasts.
• Maintain a high supplier scorecard rating for customers.
• Track new product development and drive market needs with internal product managers.
• Maintain a strong understanding of the construction industry.

Collaboration & Reporting

• Lead OEM sales initiatives and work cross‑functionally with internal departments.
• Support marketing activities and coordinate with other departments to meet customer needs.
• Report sales activities and market insights on a scheduled and as‑needed basis.

Travel & Work Environment

• Extensive travel is required for this position – 60% or more.
• Work environment will include but is not limited to outdoor, office, customer locations, or warehouse settings.

Other Duties

• Achieve assigned sales targets and perform additional responsibilities as directed by management.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Experienced in MS Office Suite (Excel/Outlook/Word/PowerPoint) – with proficiency in Excel.
• Must be able to create PowerPoint presentations for customer/management presentations and present professionally to engage an audience.
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills; ability to build relationships at multiple levels to work cross-organizationally toward solutions.
• Proficient in analyzing market data, KPIs, and competitive trends to guide decisions and improve performance.
• Ability to self-motivate, multi-task, and work independently or within a team environment.
• Must have the ability to rapidly adapt to customer and market conditions.  

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• 4-year college degree; Business degrees preferred.
• 5+ years of sales experience in the material-handling or construction tire market.
• Previous experience in original equipment manufacturing sales is required.

SUPERVISORY SKILLS

• This position currently has no direct reports; however, supervisory responsibilities may be added in the future as organizational needs evolve.
• This position will also be responsible for assisting with employee training activities, including onboarding new hires, supporting internal transfers, and providing ongoing skills development as needed.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to communicate clearly and accurately in English in writing or verbally to co-workers, supervisors, customers, and suppliers in person, email, or via telephone.
• Secondary language preferred, but not required. 

SUMMARY

The OEM Sales Manager is responsible for sustaining and growing the Original Equipment Manufacturing Construction sales channel with Yokohama TWS specifically focused on the OEM manufacturers and corporate offices.  This role's primary purpose is to drive new business development with OEM construction segment and while effectively managing and growing relationships the existing OEM customer base.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Sales Strategy & Growth

• Develop and execute sales strategies for assigned OEM customers to achieve revenue and profitability goals.
• Identify new business opportunities within the OEM segment and maintain awareness of market, customer, and competitor trends.
• Attend industry events to support growth and strengthen market presence.

Customer & Account Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key buyers, commodity managers, engineering and directors.
• Ensure high customer satisfaction and provide both strategic and tactical support to OEM construction customers.

Pricing & Negotiation

• Prepare timely, accurate, and competitive pricing proposals and ensure proper follow up and execution of planned activities.
• Lead all pricing discussions and negotiations with customers.
• Develop competitive pricing structures for customer supply agreements.

Operational & Product Support

• Ensure on‑time product delivery aligned with customer forecasts.
• Maintain a high supplier scorecard rating for customers.
• Track new product development and drive market needs with internal product managers.
• Maintain a strong understanding of the construction industry.

Collaboration & Reporting

• Lead OEM sales initiatives and work cross‑functionally with internal departments.
• Support marketing activities and coordinate with other departments to meet customer needs.
• Report sales activities and market insights on a scheduled and as‑needed basis.

Travel & Work Environment

• Extensive travel is required for this position – 60% or more.
• Work environment will include but is not limited to outdoor, office, customer locations, or warehouse settings.

Other Duties

• Achieve assigned sales targets and perform additional responsibilities as directed by management.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Experienced in MS Office Suite (Excel/Outlook/Word/PowerPoint) – with proficiency in Excel.
• Must be able to create PowerPoint presentations for customer/management presentations and present professionally to engage an audience.
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills; ability to build relationships at multiple levels to work cross-organizationally toward solutions.
• Proficient in analyzing market data, KPIs, and competitive trends to guide decisions and improve performance.
• Ability to self-motivate, multi-task, and work independently or within a team environment.
• Must have the ability to rapidly adapt to customer and market conditions.  

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• 4-year college degree; Business degrees preferred.
• 5+ years of sales experience in the material-handling or construction tire market.
• Previous experience in original equipment manufacturing sales is required.

SUPERVISORY SKILLS

• This position currently has no direct reports; however, supervisory responsibilities may be added in the future as organizational needs evolve.
• This position will also be responsible for assisting with employee training activities, including onboarding new hires, supporting internal transfers, and providing ongoing skills development as needed.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to communicate clearly and accurately in English in writing or verbally to co-workers, supervisors, customers, and suppliers in person, email, or via telephone.
• Secondary language preferred, but not required. 

The Product Manager Mitas is in charge of evaluating and making recommendations on all aspects of a company’s products through the entire product life cycle. Product Manager helps the company to benefit from more knowledge about its products and how they are made, managed, and sold.

• To perform a range of activities to effectively market assigned products/services, such as conducting market research
• To overseeing product development and design; setting prices; launching new products; overseeing advertising campaigns; and monitoring sales performance
• To monitor, analyze, and evaluate market trends, consumer behavior, and competitor activity to identify market opportunities for the product/service
• To monitor, analyze, and evaluate product performance and customer feedback to generate new product ideas, identify product/service features that need to be changed to meet customer needs and liaise with other areas of the organization to implement these changes.
• To prepare sales forecasts and budgets; adapt plans to improve the sales performance of the product/service
• To liaise with the Communications Team to design sales campaigns and sales collateral for the product/service that are effective and appropriate for the target audience
• To coach less experienced team members and help them resolve problems

Master’s Degree in Engineering or Economics
• Fluent English 
• Good knowledge of the product and/or consolidated experience as Product Manager
• Ability to self-motivate and work independently
• Communication and presentation skills
• Ability to see the big picture, provide solution
• Panning skills and ability to follow up – deliver results
• Ability to manage complexity and work under pressure
• Appropriate to resolve conflict with a positive outcome for the employees and company
• Leadership and engagement of teams

Marketing Specialist (w/m/d) mit Schwerpunkt Organisation & Koordination an unseren Standort in Erbach (Odenwaldkreis) 

Deine Aufgaben:

Bei uns gestaltest du Marketing, Pricing und Marktanalysen aktiv mit – strukturiert, koordiniert und mit klarem Blick für Prioritäten. Dich erwartet ein vielseitiger Mix aus operativen Aufgaben, Projektarbeit und bereichsübergreifender Abstimmung.

Marketing & Kampagnen – strukturiert von A bis Z:

Du planst, koordinierst und begleitest Marketingaktionen, Kampagnen und Kommunikationsmaßnahmen von der Idee bis zur Umsetzung. Dabei behältst du Timings, Budgets und Zielgruppen stets im Blick und bringst gerne eigene, gut durchdachte Ideen ein.

Programme & Tools organisieren und weiterentwickeln:

Du wirkst aktiv an CRM-, B2B- und weiteren Marketingtools mit, strukturierst Prozesse, optimierst Abläufe und unterstützt bei der Einführung neuer Programme. Als organisatorische Schnittstelle arbeitest du eng mit Sales, Planning, Logistics und Customer Service zusammen.

Eventorganisation & Messen:

Du bist maßgeblich an der Planung, Koordination und Umsetzung von Events, Messen und Kundentagen beteiligt – von der Termin- und Ressourcenplanung über die Abstimmung mit Dienstleistern bis hin zur Nachbereitung.

Preisstrategie & Margenmanagement:

Du unterstützt die strukturierte Weiterentwicklungunseres Pricing-Modells, analysierst Markt- und Wettbewerbsdaten und koordinierst Preisprozesse mit Vertrieb, Customer Service und IT. Zudem erstellst und pflegst du kundenspezifische Preisdateien und sorgst für reibungslose Abläufe.

Markt- & Wettbewerbsanalysen:

Du organisierst Datenerhebungen, führst Analysen zu Marktanteilen, Produktmix oder Tire Population durch und bereitest Ergebnisse übersichtlich in Dashboards, Markt-Mappings und Reports auf.

Office- & Projektorganisation – das organisatorische Rückgrat:

Du hältst im Hintergrund die Fäden zusammen,strukturierst Aufgaben, koordinierst Projektpläne, unterstützt bei Auswertungen und Reportings und sorgst dafür, dass Termine, Deadlines und Abhängigkeiten zuverlässig eingehalten werden.

Eigene Projekte übernehmen:

Du erkennst Optimierungspotenziale, treibst Themen eigenständig voran und bringst neue Impulse ein – organisiert, lösungsorientiert und mit einem klaren Plan.

Was Du mitbringst:

Ausgeprägtes Organisationstalent:

Du arbeitest hochstrukturiert, planst vorausschauend und behältst auch bei vielen parallelen Themen den Überblick. Priorisieren fällt dir leicht, und du sorgst dafür, dass Projekte effizient und termingerecht umgesetzt werden.

Fundierte Ausbildung & Erfahrung:

Abgeschlossenes Bachelorstudium (z. B. Betriebswirtschaft, Marketing, Business Analytics o. Ä.) oder vergleichbare Ausbildung sowie mindestens 2 Jahre Berufserfahrung in einem ähnlichen Umfeld.

Starke Analyse- und IT-Affinität:

Sehr gute Kenntnisse in Microsoft Office (insbesondere Excel, PowerPoint, idealerweise Power BI) sowie Freude daran, Daten strukturiert aufzubereiten, zu analysieren und verständlich darzustellen.

Selbstständige, strukturierte Arbeitsweise:

Du arbeitest proaktiv, lösungsorientiert und verantwortungsbewusst, erkennst Herausforderungen frühzeitig und setzt klare Prioritäten.

Kommunikations- & Präsentationsstärke:

Du bereitest komplexe Inhalte klar und nachvollziehbar auf und kommunizierst sicher mit internen und externen Stakeholdern.

Teamspirit & Koordinationsfähigkeit:

Du arbeitest gerne bereichsübergreifend, fungierst alsverlässliche Schnittstelle und kannst Kolleg*innen unterstützen, koordinieren oder anleiten.

Englischkenntnisse:

Sehr gute Englischkenntnisse in Wort und Schrift.

Reisebereitschaft:

Bis zu 25 % deiner Arbeitszeit.

Was du von uns erwarten kannst:

• Tolles Team mit einer Wohlfühl-Atmosphäre:
  Bei uns erwartet dich ein motiviertes Team, in dem du dich wohlfühlen und dein Potenzial entfalten kannst.
• Arbeitsumfeld mit internationalem Bezug:
  Du arbeitest in einem international ausgerichteten Umfeld, was dir vielfältige Entwicklungsmöglichkeiten eröffnet.
• Leistungsgerechte Vergütung: 
  Wir honorieren deine Leistungen angemessen.
• Individuelle Weiterbildungsmöglichkeiten: 
  Wir unterstützen deine berufliche Weiterentwicklung durch gezielte Weiterbildungsmaßnahmen.
• Umfassende Einarbeitung in eine abwechslungsreiche Aufgabe und die Mitarbeit in einem motivierten Team: 
  Wir legen großen Wert auf eine gründliche Einarbeitung, damit du optimal in deine neue Aufgabe starten kannst.

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