Operations Manager (m/f/d) - Logistics - German /English, Saarbrücken area

Are you a logistics specialist and a communicative and efficient leader? Are you looking for a challenging management position in an environment that is constantly evolving?

We offer you a unique opportunity to become part of a global group with attractive brands (not 3PL) while working at a site with a great culture and flat hierarchies, on the French-German border.

Take over the leadership of a well-coordinated team and optimize the operational performance of the warehouse as:

Operations Manager (m/f/d) - Logistics - German, English, Saarbrücken area

Why we want you on our team - your strengths

• Sound knowledge of warehouse and transport logistics as well as process management. Confident handling of SAP and Microsoft Office. Lean management and ideally customs knowledge are an advantage.
• Proven leadership skills: Ability to organize, motivate and develop a team.
• Excllent communication skills in German, knowledge of English required. Negotiation skills, customer orientation and empathy
• Analytical skills, solution-oriented thinking and acting

Why we’re a good place to work - Our offer

• A responsible position in an attractive industry, permanent, full-time, 30 days vacation
• Attractive salary consisting of fixed salary and bonus. Brand new cell phone and laptop
• Home office option (1-2 days / week)
• International development prospects within the group, opportunities for cooperation in projects at European level
• Regular further training opportunities
• Advantageous discount programs for all Group brands and with many partners
• Positive corporate culture with a diverse team, periodic big and small events etc.

What we count on you for - Your mission

• Team and operations management: Direct management of multiple team leaders, 100+ employees in total. Ensuring a smooth flow of materials in the warehouse while maintaining high health, safety and quality standards as well as legal and internal company regulations.
• Planning and communication: Planning activities to ensure required resources and capacity. Effective communication of priorities and process requirements to the teams. Organizing regular meetings and briefings with warehouse workers in collaboration with shift supervisors.
• Logistics and process optimization: Structuring work processes in collaboration with the Logistics and Lean Coordinator. Analysis of operational data, support in decision-making and prioritization as well as communication with the Sales, Customs and Quality departments regarding services and material flow.
• Employee development and personnel management: Recruitment, training, motivation and development of employees in accordance with HR guidelines. Ensuring the versatility and skills of warehouse staff. Solving organizational and personnel-related problems.
• Continuous improvement and projects: Promoting continuous improvement measures, ensuring compliance with Lean and 5S standards and active participation in productivity improvement initiatives. Significant contribution to main projects of the site, such as warehouse expansion or implementation of new softwares and technologies

Established in 2004, our HR consulting firm specializes in the recruitment of Franco-German and european profiles. Based in France and Germany, but also in Austria, Belgium, Luxembourg, Switzerland, Italy, Spain and in the UK, our consultants assist jobseekers with coaching, salary evaluation or the preparation of their application (resume and cover letter).