tms — a global leader uniting technology, marketing, and sourcing for the world’s most recognised brands — is hiring a Supply Chain Project Coordinator in Duisburg, Germany. In this hybrid full-time role, you will manage end-to-end logistics operations, coordinate between 3PL partners, suppliers, and internal teams, oversee logistics projects from planning through execution, and support the flow of promotional materials for clients including McDonald’s, Starbucks, adidas, and T-Mobile.
About tms — Technology, Marketing & Sourcing Global Leader
Global Workforce: 1,200+ employees operating across 26 countries worldwide
Daily Customer Reach: Engaging with over 110 million customers every single day
Key Clients: McDonald’s, T-Mobile, O2, Starbucks, adidas and more leading global brands
Operating Model: Creative agency + strategic consultancy + sourcing business + technology provider
Culture: Inclusion, authenticity, and diversity — a place where brilliant people are better together
What tms Offers You
Culture: Collaborative, multicultural team environment valuing curiosity, innovation, and initiative
Growth: Expand your skills and take on new challenges in a global logistics and supply chain world
Exposure: International projects and cross-functional collaboration with teams across Europe and beyond
Impact: Hands-on environment where your results are visible and your ideas genuinely shape outcomes
Compensation: Competitive salary, additional benefits, flexible working options, and personal development opportunities
Position Overview
This Supply Chain Project Coordinator role at tms in Duisburg sits at the heart of a fast-moving global logistics operation. You will take ownership of day-to-day supply chain and logistics activities, managing coordination between account management teams, internal departments, external logistics service providers, and suppliers. From planning and executing logistics projects to maintaining accurate data in Oracle JD Edwards and OTM, this is a role that rewards proactive thinkers who thrive on operational precision, stakeholder management, and continuous improvement within a dynamic international business environment.
Why This Role Matters: As a Supply Chain Project Coordinator at tms Duisburg, you will manage logistics for some of the world’s most iconic brands, coordinate complex 3PL and customs operations across Europe and beyond, work with cutting-edge ERP systems including Oracle JD Edwards and OTM, and grow your career inside a global agency that genuinely invests in your development from day one — committed to helping you Leave Changed.
Key Responsibilities
End-to-End Logistics Operations Management
- Manage day-to-day logistics and supply chain operations, ensuring timely and cost-efficient delivery of goods and promotional materials to clients and end destinations
- Coordinate all logistics activities between account management teams, internal departments, external logistics service providers (3PLs), suppliers, and customers
- Handle multiple projects simultaneously, managing competing priorities effectively under tight deadlines without compromising quality or accuracy
- Support the flow, tracking, and on-time delivery of promotional items and campaign-related materials for major global brand clients
Logistics Project Coordination & Execution
- Oversee logistics-related projects from initial planning through full execution, ensuring alignment with business objectives, client timelines, and budget parameters
- Manage and nurture relationships with external logistics partners including warehousing providers, transportation companies, fulfillment centers, and customs brokers
- Coordinate cross-functional project activities across internal tms teams, ensuring seamless communication and shared accountability for project outcomes
- Contribute actively to continuous process improvements within the logistics and supply chain function, identifying inefficiencies and proposing actionable solutions
Customs, Compliance & Documentation
- Ensure full compliance with customs requirements, import and export documentation standards, and applicable Incoterms across all logistics operations
- Liaise with customs brokers and freight forwarders to ensure smooth clearance of international shipments with minimal delays or compliance risks
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date logistics documentation that meets both internal quality standards and external regulatory requirements across European markets
- Support audit readiness by ensuring all logistics records, shipping documentation, and compliance files are properly maintained and accessible
ERP Systems & Data Management
- Maintain accurate logistics data across ERP and transport management systems, primarily Oracle JD Edwards (JDE) and Oracle Transportation Management (OTM)
- Generate and analyse logistics performance data to support decision-making, identify trends, and report on KPIs to internal stakeholders and management
- Ensure data integrity across all supply chain systems and proactively resolve discrepancies or system issues that could impact operational performance
- Support the adoption of system improvements and digital tools that enhance logistics visibility and operational efficiency across the tms supply chain function
Required Skills & Experience
Experience Requirements
- 3–5 years of hands-on, proven experience in logistics, supply chain management, or related operations roles
- Demonstrated experience in managing logistics or supply chain projects from initiation through to successful delivery
- Education in Logistics and Supply Chain Management or a closely related field is preferred
- Experience in promotional items logistics or marketing supply chain is a strong advantage for this role
- Proven ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders effectively — internal teams, suppliers, and 3PL partners simultaneously
Technical Skills
- Solid, practical understanding of warehouse operations, international transportation processes, and freight management
- Hands-on experience working with ERP and logistics management systems, specifically Oracle JD Edwards and Oracle Transportation Management (OTM)
- Sound working knowledge of customs procedures, export and import documentation requirements, and Incoterms regulations
- Basic to solid understanding of promotional product workflows and campaign materials logistics within a marketing supply chain context
Personal Competencies
- A genuine team player — collaborative, supportive, and effective when working cross-functionally with diverse international teams
- Proactive and hands-on working style with high customer focus and a strong personal sense of responsibility for outcomes
- Excellent organisational skills and exceptional attention to detail — comfortable managing complexity in a fast-paced environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in both English and German — bilingual proficiency is required for this role
- Customer and service-oriented mindset with a continuous improvement attitude and a drive to make operations better every day
About tms in Duisburg, Germany
tms — Technology, Marketing & Sourcing — is a truly unique global organisation that blends the capabilities of a creative agency, strategic consultancy, sourcing powerhouse, and technology provider under one roof. Operating across 26 countries with over 1,200 employees, tms engages more than 110 million customers daily on behalf of the world’s most powerful brands. Their Duisburg hub in North Rhine-Westphalia serves as a key European supply chain and logistics coordination centre, managing the flow of goods, promotional materials, and campaign products for clients at the very top of global retail, food service, and telecommunications.
At tms, the philosophy is simple: from day one, the company invests in developing its people so they Leave Changed — more capable, more confident, and better prepared for every challenge that comes next. Whether you are building a long-term career or stepping into a new chapter of professional growth, this is a place where your ideas are heard, your impact is visible, and your potential is actively nurtured.
Career Excellence: Join a global team in Duisburg where logistics expertise meets brand innovation — and where your supply chain skills will help move products and shape partnerships for some of the world’s most iconic companies.
Who Should Apply?
- Logistics Coordinators: With 3–5 years of supply chain experience in Germany or Europe and hands-on 3PL coordination background
- Supply Chain Project Managers: Seeking a dynamic hybrid role with a globally recognised brand-services agency in NRW
- Oracle JD Edwards / OTM Users: With ERP logistics system experience ready to apply their technical skills in an international environment
- Bilingual Professionals: Fluent in English and German with a background in logistics, freight forwarding, or promotional goods supply chain
- 3PL & Customs Specialists: Experienced in managing external logistics partners, import/export documentation, and Incoterms compliance across European markets
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