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Location: Lelystad, Netherlands
Reporting to: Country Operations Director
Department: Logistics / Supply Chain
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-time)
Level: Middle Management / Multisite Coordination
Our client is a prestigious multinational group operating in the Retail / FMCG sector, with a strong international footprint and recognized leadership across European markets. The company is committed to operational excellence, technological innovation, and customer-centric service. With a focus on sustainable growth, it provides its employees with a dynamic environment and long-term career development opportunities.
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We are seeking an experienced professional to lead the warehouse operations at our Lelystad site. As Warehouse Operations Manager, you will oversee all warehouse-related functions including inventory control, order preparation, quality monitoring, and continuous improvement initiatives.
You will play a key role in optimizing warehouse processes, digitizing tools, and ensuring productivity, safety, and service excellence. This position requires strong team management skills, operational discipline, and a drive for excellence and innovation.
• Lead all inbound, storage, order picking, and shipping processes, ensuring full stock alignment between physical and system records.
• Define and manage the product location map within the warehouse.
• Supervise production parameters and data configuration within the WMS (Warehouse Management System).
• Analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) and drive operational performance through reporting and corrective actions.
• Support daily operations to solve deviations or workflow issues promptly.
• Manage and develop warehouse teams, fostering a safety-first, performance-oriented, and collaborative culture.
• Drive digitalization and optimize the use of SAP/WMS tools for better data accuracy and control.
Education:
• University degree in Logistics, Engineering, Economics or equivalent.
• A Master’s degree is considered a plus.
Experience:
• 5-7+ years of warehouse operations experience in structured logistics environments.
• 3-5+ years in team leadership roles.
• Proficient with WMS systems, SAP, and Excel.
Languages:
• English: fluent (mandatory)
• Dutch: desirable
• French: an asset
Skills & Competencies:
• Collaborative leadership and a strong sense of responsibility
• Analytical mindset with a KPI-driven approach
• Continuous improvement orientation and hands-on problem-solving
• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or Operational Excellence principles
• Tech-savvy with good command of Excel and warehouse IT systems
• A strategic and operational leadership role at a high-impact site
• Involvement in digitalization and process improvement projects
• An international, dynamic, and high-performance work environment
• Limited travel required (occasional business trips)
• Competitive compensation package including:
Fixed salary based on experience
Variable bonus based on individual and site performance
Perks: company car, health insurance
Professional development plan and long-term career path opportunities
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