EU Centralised Warehouse Operations Manager

c€76,000 (DOE) + Bonus + Benefits

Rotterdam, Netherlands

Are you a seasoned warehouse professional seeking an entrepreneurial challenge? Join our client, an international electronics designer and distributor, as they revolutionise their European operations with a cutting-edge centralised facility in Rotterdam, Netherlands. The facility will distribute our client's innovative electronic safety solutions to customers across Europe on a next day delivery basis.

In this pivotal role, you'll lead the transition from multiple European sites to a new continental hub in the Netherlands, shaping world-class processes from day one.

Your Mission

Imagine designing the blueprint for our client's future warehouse operations across Europe. From conceptualising efficient layouts and flows to implementing state-of-the-art systems, you'll spearhead this game-changing initiative. With a small team at first, you'll scale the operation to meet surging demand, ultimately overseeing a workforce of up to 15 logistics superstars.

As the Warehouse and Operations Manager, you'll develop a seamless process across the entire supply chain. You'll optimise every step, from inventory management, picking, kitting and order fulfilment to despatch. With a razor-sharp focus on customer service, you'll ensure orders are swiftly shipped for next-day delivery across the continent.

This isn't just any warehouse role - it's an entrepreneurial venture within a thriving matrix organisation headquartered in the UK. You'll forge strategic partnerships with couriers, troubleshoot issues, and use data to drive continuous improvement.

The Role in Summary

• Lead the transition from multiple European warehouses to our new Rotterdam hub
• Design efficient warehouse layouts, processes and implement best practices
• Oversee daily logistics - inventory, order picking/packing, and Europe-wide dispatch
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives and plan for future growth
• Manage courier relationships and serve as the hub for cross-country coordination
• Build and mentor a team starting from 4 up to 10-15 as operations scale

Is This You?

You're a master of orchestrating complex warehouse operations with:

• A Bachelor's degree or equivalent in business, logistics, supply chain or engineering.
• Proven experience of a progressive fast moving or efulfilment warehouse/distribution management
• Expertise across all efulfilment warehouse functions - receiving, picking, packing, shipping/despatch via couriers for next day delivery.
• Skilled in optimising layouts, leveraging WMS/ERP systems like Microsoft Dynamics BC365 or similar.
• Proven ability to drive process improvements using data and KPIs
• Project management experience leading transitions, facility setups or implementations
• Strong leadership skills with experience building and developing warehouse teams including consolidation of several warehouses into one centralised new start up warehousing and distribution operation.
• Excellent communication skills for coordinating cross-culturally
• Experience managing courier relationships and meeting tight delivery timelines
• Entrepreneurial, can do" mindset eager to build a new operation from the ground up
• Flexibility to travel during the setup phase to other European sites
• Fluent in both Dutch and English communication skills for a multinational role

But you're more than just a technical maestro. You're a natural collaborator, adept at bridging cultural divides through exceptional communication skills. With over 50% of your interactions conducted remotely, you'll effortlessly connect with colleagues across the continent, creating a focused, customer-centric culture.

The Rewards

This is a rare opportunity to leave a permanent mark on a pioneering company. You'll have a front-row seat to its transformation, shaping the very backbone of its European logistics powerhouse. Along the way, you'll expand your skillset, gain cross-cultural exposure, and build a legacy that propels your career to new heights.

If you're ready to conduct this operational masterpiece, apply now. Email your CV, quoting reference LX (phone number removed) or call us on (phone number removed).