Supply Chain Manager – Retail Campaigns | Promotional Displays | Rollouts & Projects
High-Growth Environment | Cologne | On-Site
This fast-growing consumer goods food company in Cologne is looking for an experienced Supply Chain professional to take the lead on their retail promotions and POS display operations - a business area that runs on tight deadlines, high volumes, and strong cross-functional collaboration.
The organisation has seen unique growth in recent years and looks poised to continue expanding quickly - as an important figure within promotions and retail expansion, the person hired will play a key role in this, reporting to the Head of Supply Chain Execution. A retail background is non-negotiable, but doesn't necessarily need to be food focused only.
This role is perfect for someone who enjoys fast-paced campaign management, supplier steering, hands-on operational work, and leading a small team.
What you’ll drive:
* Overseeing promotional retail campaigns end-to-end - from planning to execution
* Coordinating suppliers, logistics partners, and external warehouses
* Managing displays, packaging concepts, and promotional materials
* Monitoring deadlines, volumes, stock, and critical paths
* Troubleshooting issues proactively (transport delays, border problems, shortages, etc.)
* Preparing upcoming campaigns, forecasting needs, and supporting Sales with timelines
* Tracking performance metrics like sell-out, ROI, and rate of sale
* Leading and developing a team of four within the supply chain execution team
* Strengthening supplier networks and improving processes as the business scales
What you bring:
* Strong experience in retail promotions / POS displays (FMCG, food, lifestyle, nutrition, cosmetics, chemicals, etc.)
* A background in working with strict deadlines and fixed-date projects
* Solid understanding of promotional performance levers (sell-out, ROI, rate of sale)
* Confident use of SAP, Excel, and BI tools
* Leadership experience and the ability to run several projects at once
* A hands-on, organised, resilient mindset with strong communication skills
* Fluent German and strong English
Why this role stands out:
* High-impact, high-visibility work in one of the company’s most successful business areas
* A supportive, energetic environment where teamwork and ownership matter
* A chance to shape processes in a fast-growing organisation
* Close involvement with Sales, Marketing, Product Development, Logistics, and senior operations leadership