Logistics Manager (m/f/d)

About YepodaClean K-Beauty Innovation. No compromises. Yepoda is a clean K-Beauty brand that actually proves it works. We make Korean skincare without any of the compromises. Everything is clinically tested, 100% vegan, and formulated above EU standards. So you get the innovation and the results that K-Beauty is known for, plus a real commitment to sustainability. And we make it genuinely fun and easy to use — skincare you actually look forward to. Founded in 2020 by Sander Joonyoung van Bladel and Veronika Strotmann, Yepoda is a certified B Corp™ and 1% for the Planet member, based in the heart of Berlin. Our products are available through our own online shop and, since March 2025, at Sephora Europe — online and in over 650 stores. With a team of 140+ brilliant individuals from around the world, we are actively shaping Yepoda's story every day. We are hiring a Logistics Manager to help scale Yepoda's global inbound logistics operations across air and ocean freight. In this hands-on role, you will own end-to-end shipment flow from manufacturing sites to warehouses, and balance strategic freight forwarder management with day-to-day operational execution. Your TasksManage end-to-end inbound logistics from manufacturing sites to warehouses, covering international air and ocean freight. Lead freight forwarder management, including rate negotiations, provider nominations, shipment bookings, service performance, and issue resolution. Ensure proactive shipment tracking and exception management, addressing delays, capacity constraints, documentation issues, and other logistics disruptions. Provide customs brokers with accurate and timely shipment, product, and commercial data required for customs clearance, and support resolution of clearance-related queries. Maintain accurate shipment, transport, and inventory movement data in the ERP system. Coordinate inter-warehouse transfers based on transfer requirements defined by Procurement, including transport arrangements, system transactions, and follow-up through to completion. Monitor and report key logistics KPIs, including freight cost, transit time, on-time delivery, and service-provider performance. Drive logistics optimization and operational excellence through strategic, data-driven decision-making and continuous process improvement. Act as the main point of contact for logistics topics, coordinating with manufacturing sites, warehouses, freight forwarders, customs brokers, and internal stakeholders. Mentor and develop a junior colleague, fostering knowledge sharing, capability building, and continuous growth within the team. Act as backup for the Fulfillment Manager during planned absence, ensuring continuity of critical fulfillment activities. Your Profile Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field. Min. 4 years of professional experience in an international logistics or supply chain environment. Good understanding of global transportation, Incoterms, and customs-related requirements. Commercial mindset with confidence in negotiations and supplier/service-provider discussions. Strong analytical skills and confidence working with ERP systems, data, KPIs, and Google Workspace. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment. Proactive and solution-oriented, with a strong sense of ownership and sound decision-making skills. Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills across different functions and external partners. Fluent in English; additional languages are an advantage. What We OfferDynamic Environment: The opportunity to work in a start-up environment surrounded by a passionate and dedicated team. Accelerate Your Career: Take on responsibility from day 1, with room for professional growth and advancement as the company continues to expand. Inspiring Workspace: Located in the heart of Berlin's Prenzlauer Berg, a dog-friendly