Team Lead Supply Chain Cocoa; Liquid and Bean Coordination

Team Lead Supply Chain – Cocoa (Liquid and Bean Coordination)

Location:

Hamburg, DE, 20539

At Barry Callebaut, we are on a journey to transform the cocoa and chocolate industry. As the world’s leading manufacturer of high-quality chocolate and cocoa products, our actions truly shape the future of our industry. We are a business‑to‑business company, serving the entire food sector, from the cocoa bean to the finest chocolate product. We believe in doing well by doing good and reinvesting in the communities we operate.

Our long‑standing commitment to sustainability aims to shape a sustainable cocoa and chocolate future. We are headquartered in Zurich, with more than 12,000 passionate employees worldwide.

We are looking for a Team Lead Supply Chain (Liquid and Bean Coordination). The role is a local key position responsible for the internal coordination of outbound liquid transports and ensuring the factory receives the right amount of beans in volume and quality. The Team Lead coordinates two colleagues, keeps budget figures under control, and reaches necessary KPIs and service levels.

• Lead and coordinate a team of 2 colleagues, ensuring KPIs are consistently met and budget targets are maintained.
• Define, track, and report monthly budget figures; analyze and explain deviations, aligned with the local Supply Chain Manager.
• Monitor KPIs such as OTIF and complaints, implementing corrective actions to improve performance.
• Provide backup and support for daily liquid transport and bean supply tasks.
• Coordinate liquid transport from factory to customer, including booking and tracking shipments.
• Align product availability with the coordination and planning team in Louviers and confirm orders on time.
• Liaise with truck companies and carriers, ensuring timely dispatch of transport orders.
• Communicate delivery status with Customer Care.
• Support the bean supply chain coordinator in weekly and monthly supply planning, maintaining stock targets.
• Track, trace, and report supply chain performance.
• Validate transport invoices and ensure accurate cost management.
• Be available for standby service after office hours or on weekends to handle factory, QA, or transport issues.
• Lead projects related to liquid transport and bean coordination, including new blends or process improvements.
• Support the local Supply Chain Manager and act as a substitute in their absence.
• Develop and maintain reporting systems and dashboards to improve data visibility, including sales and transport order monitoring, and warehouse and inventory tracking.

Education &

Qualifications:

• Practical experience in a production environment.

Professional Experience &

Skills:

• 4–6 years of practical experience in supply chain or logistics coordination after apprenticeship.
• Team leadership experience with proven ability to motivate and guide colleagues.
• Strong background in liquid/raw material transport planning and organization.
• Experience in customer service and claim handling.
• Hands‑on experience with customs handling for import/export.
• Fluent in German and English (written and spoken).
• Advanced IT skills, particularly Microsoft Office (Excel expertise essential).
• Experienced in SAP R/3.
• Strong and persuasive communication skills.
• Ability to engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Hands‑on, solution‑oriented, and proactive approach.

At Barry Callebaut, we are committed to diversity and inclusion. United by our strong values, we thrive on the diversity of who we are, where we come from, what we’ve experienced, and how we think. We nurture an inclusive environment where people can truly be themselves, grow to their full potential, and feel they belong. #oneBC - Diverse People, Sustainable Growth.