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Operations Manager – Lelystad Platform
Lead the Future of Logistics at GXO
GXO is accelerating the growth of its cutting‑edge distribution centre in Lelystad — and we’re looking for two seasoned Operations Managers to help shape what comes next. In this pivotal role, you’ll lead our 24/7 operation across three rotating shifts, ensuring seamless, safe and high‑performance outbound and dispatch activities every single day.
If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment, love bringing out the best in your teams and are ready to step into a role where your impact is felt from day one, this is your opportunity. Join us and help drive operational excellence at one of the most advanced logistics hubs in the Netherlands — while taking your own career to the next level.
What your week will look like as an Operations Manager
• Lead daily operations within your rotational shift, ensuring safe, compliant and reliable execution of dispatch and related activities
• Steer performance through KPIs and data insights, reviewing results, identifying root causes and driving corrective and preventive actions
• Drive LEAN, continuous improvement and process standardization, ensuring scalable and consistent operational execution across all areas
• Coach and develop Warehouse Managers and their teams, including training, performance management and succession planning
• Plan and allocate staffing, workload and resources across shifts while maintaining strong collaboration with internal departments and the customer
• Ensure a safe, inclusive and engaging work environment, maintain accurate documentation and procedures, and contribute to GXO’s environmental and sustainability goals
• You regularly meet and align with the Head of Operations, to whom you directly report, ensuring clarity on strategic priorities, performance expectations and operational execution
What we offer you
• A key leadership position within one of the largest and most advanced logistics hubs in the Netherlands
• A competitive salary between €4500 – €5800 (excluding allowances and bonuses), depending on your experience, supported by a comprehensive benefits package
• Real career opportunities within an international organization that invests in your development, with clear and transparent pathways for growth across operations, continuous improvement and site leadership
• A strong people-first culture built on safety, teamwork and continuous improvement, within a dynamic environment of motivated colleagues where no day is the same
• Access to a high-quality company restaurant, where professional chefs prepare fresh, healthy meals every day for just a few euros
What we are looking for
• A bachelor’s degree in logistics, supply chain, engineering or business, supported by strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• At least 5 years of experience in a complex, high-volume supply chain or warehousing environment, preferably with exposure to automation and multidimensional operations
• Proven leadership experience, including coaching, developing and managing large teams (50+), and the ability to influence effectively across all levels
• Strong communication skills in Dutch and English (French, German or Spanish are an advantage), with the ability to build relationships and collaborate in an international environment
• A proactive, resilient and results-driven mindset, able to perform under pressure while maintaining a high standard of quality and professionalism
• Strong analytical, financial and reporting skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable decisions and drive continuous improvement
• Broad technical and process understanding, combined with a willingness to keep developing yourself and deliver high-quality service to internal and external customers
Your work environment
Working at GXO Logistics means working in a dynamic and international organization. A fascinating environment with plenty of room for personal input and development. Employees at GXO Logistics oversee their own success. Whatever your position at GXO Logistics, you will face new challenges every day, which will enable you to develop optimally. We support you in your development, so that you can contribute to the entrepreneurship of our organisation.
GXO Logistics offers advanced supply chain solutions for the world's most successful companies in many industries, like e-commerce, food & retail and industrial multinationals. In the BeNe region (The Netherlands and Belgium) GXO BeNe operates from +30 different locations with its headquarters in Eindhoven (NL).
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