Senior Manager, Rider Supply Chain

Job DescriptionAs a Senior Manager, Rider Supply Chain within our functional team, you will own and drive the end-to-end rider gear supply chain across 16 global markets within our three brands (foodora, foodpanda, and yemeksepeti). You will lead regional demand forecasting, strategic sourcing, inventory optimization, and logistics operations for rider gear and paper bags. Responsibilities Demand Forecasting & Planning: Own regional gear forecasting and production, and provide high-accuracy inputs to procurement and local teams to ensure optimal gear availabilityInventory & Order Management: Manage inventory levels across multiple storage locations, driving replenishment strategies that minimize out-of-stock risk while optimizing holding costsLogistics Operations: Own regional logistics operations for equipment storage, fulfillment, and cross-border distribution across regional hubsSupplier & 3PL Partnership: Manage relationships with 3PL warehouse partners, freight forwarders, and equipment suppliers. Support on supplier tenders, evaluate vendor performance, and enforce strict quality standardsAutomation & Process Optimization: Identify and lead supply chain automation projects (e.g., n8n workflows) to streamline order dispatches, reduce manual workloads, and accelerate rider onboarding/activation timeStandardization & Product Innovation: Collaborate with suppliers and local teams to produce and field-test custom equipment to consolidate brand assortments, enhance gear durability, and drive cost savingsBrand awareness: Contribute to increasing our brand positioning through driving rider branding initiativesCompliance & Financial Reporting: Coordinate with finance, legal, and tax teams to report rider gear flows, ensure import/export compliance, and manage local regulations