10/15/2026 updated
80 % partially available
Retail Supply Chain & Logistics Process Expert
Cocorastii Colt, Romania
Only remote
Bachelor of Business AdministrationAbout me
Your benefits: • Solution: Practical SOPs & training for error-free warehouse/transport workflows. • Time: Rapid documentation & translation (DE/RO/EN) via AI assistance. Your team stays free. • Experience: 10+ yrs at Lidl, Kaufland, KiK. 100% remote (B2B).
Business LogicProduct PlanningRetail IntelligenceRetail-ManagementReverse LogisticsDistribution LogisticsLogistics OperationsSAP RetailDetailed Planning
Supply Chain Planning
Forecasting and planning of delivery volumes in grocery retail, levelling volumes across the delivery week for better resource utilization and clearer planning, including demand and volume planning as well as KPI analysis.
Inbound and Distribution Logistics
Rollout of slot-booking platforms such as Mercareon, peak-season planning for Christmas and Easter, and interface management between logistics, purchasing and sales.
Process Analysis and Improvement
Identification of bottlenecks in logistics flows, improvement of performance KPIs, and driving changes through implementation including complete SOP and training system design.
Standardization and Documentation
Creation of complete SOP and training systems that operational teams actively use, including audit-ready documentation in German, Romanian and English.
Rollouts and Post-Merger Integration
Post-acquisition conversion of stores to new standards including SAP introduction, staff training, and full operational integration.
Store Network and Real Estate
Business cases, per-site budgeting from sales forecasts, lease negotiation, and management of store openings including site analysis and commercial and legal terms.
SAP and Tools
Proficiency in SAP, Mercareon, Microsoft Excel (advanced including macros), Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
Project and Rollout Management
Cross-functional coordination, negotiation, training design, structured written communication and rollout management across multiple sites and countries.
Expansion Management
Management of store openings including site requirements, floor-space configuration, commercial and legal terms, and presentation to country management through to opening.
Forecasting and planning of delivery volumes in grocery retail, levelling volumes across the delivery week for better resource utilization and clearer planning, including demand and volume planning as well as KPI analysis.
Inbound and Distribution Logistics
Rollout of slot-booking platforms such as Mercareon, peak-season planning for Christmas and Easter, and interface management between logistics, purchasing and sales.
Process Analysis and Improvement
Identification of bottlenecks in logistics flows, improvement of performance KPIs, and driving changes through implementation including complete SOP and training system design.
Standardization and Documentation
Creation of complete SOP and training systems that operational teams actively use, including audit-ready documentation in German, Romanian and English.
Rollouts and Post-Merger Integration
Post-acquisition conversion of stores to new standards including SAP introduction, staff training, and full operational integration.
Store Network and Real Estate
Business cases, per-site budgeting from sales forecasts, lease negotiation, and management of store openings including site analysis and commercial and legal terms.
SAP and Tools
Proficiency in SAP, Mercareon, Microsoft Excel (advanced including macros), Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
Project and Rollout Management
Cross-functional coordination, negotiation, training design, structured written communication and rollout management across multiple sites and countries.
Expansion Management
Management of store openings including site requirements, floor-space configuration, commercial and legal terms, and presentation to country management through to opening.
Experience
Professional experience10+ years
Freelancer since2022
Languages
GermanNative speakerEnglishFluentRomanianNative speaker
Project history
Designed a complete SOP and training system for a Romanian transport operator serving Germany with about 150 truck drivers at 13 German sites. Covered the full driver lifecycle including recruitment, onboarding, daily operations, performance and exit. Produced handbook, video training, checklists and audit-ready documentation in German, Romanian and English. Created operational documentation and contract framework for industrial QA/QC assignments.
Managed 22 store openings in the assigned region. Prepared full business cases including site requirements, floor-space configuration, commercial and legal terms. Led negotiation to decision stage, presented to country management and followed through to opening.
Developed the German-speaking market through strategic partnerships with companies in Germany and Austria.