Rimowa Supply Chain Operations Manager

Cologne • Germany

Wednesday, February 25, 2026

RIMOWA, a prestigious German Maison under the LVMH Group, is renowned for its dedication to crafting essential travel tools that blend luxury with functionality. With over 120 years of heritage, RIMOWA stands as a global lifestyle brand committed to innovation, craftsmanship, and design excellence.

1. Oversee the entire supply chain for spare parts, from procurement and distribution planning to delivery.
2. Ensure seamless coordination across central and regional teams.
3. Achieve and maintain high stock availability targets for stores and repair workshops, developing corrective actions as needed.
4. Prepare and analyze weekly KPI reports, organizing monthly reviews with regional teams.
5. Manage spare part sourcing and delivery for new product launches.
6. Develop, implement, and enforce Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all supply chain flows.
7. Manage the end-to-end logistics process, including budgeting, scheduling, and shipment to delivery.
8. Supervise spare parts hub activities to maximize order fulfillment through efficient warehouse management.
9. Identify and resolve logistics bottlenecks, implementing effective solutions to enhance efficiency.
10. Lead and develop a team of 4 direct reports, fostering their capabilities and competencies.
11. Review and adapt team organization to align with business evolution.

1. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field.
2. Proven experience of 7+ years in operations management within supply chain, procurement, or operations.
3. Mandatory fluency in English and a working proficiency in German. French is a plus.
4. Relevant certifications from APICS - CPIM (Certified in Production and Inventory Management) are a plus.

1. Proficiency with data analysis and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
2. Ability to work in a fast-paced and highly dynamic environment with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation.
3. Outstanding communication skills and persuasiveness to resolve issues with cross-functional teams.
4. Analytical thinking and strong vision.

Minimum of 5 years in operations management within supply chain, procurement, or operations.

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field.

Opportunity to work within a leading luxury brand and gain exposure to global operations.

RIMOWA fosters a culture of innovation and excellence, where employees are encouraged to develop their skills and contribute to the brand's legacy of quality and craftsmanship. The company values resilience, collaboration, and a commitment to delivering exceptional client experiences.