Application Engineer Operations

Summary Are you passionate about optimizing logistics processes in a high-tech environment? HQ Pack is looking for a proactive and analytical Functional Application Engineer Operations to strengthen our team in Eindhoven. In this hybrid operations/IT role, you will analyze, improve, and implement smart logistics solutions while being the key link between Operations, Engineering, and IT. You’ll play a vital part in our international Service Center, contributing to scalable and efficient global logistics operations. Wat ga je doen?

Description

As a Functional Application Engineer Operations at HQ Pack, you will work at the intersection of logistics and IT. Your main task is to ensure that our logistics processes are optimized, reliable, and scalable. You will work on improvement projects involving warehouse operations, inventory management, and data-driven logistics solutions.

Your responsibilities include:

• Gathering requirements from internal stakeholders and translating them into functional designs
• Working closely with external developers on system maintenance and enhancements
• Analyzing and optimizing supply chain and warehouse processes
• Leading improvement projects in traceability, material flows, and inventory management
• Identifying bottlenecks and supervising process improvement implementations
• Supporting ERP and WMS systems as a logistics key-user
• Creating user training materials and coaching team members
• Collaborating with customer service and operations teams

Waar ga je werken?

About HQ Pack

HQ Pack, part of the international HQ Group, is a global leader in high-tech packaging solutions. We develop, clean, produce, manage, and distribute packaging for high-value, fragile industrial products. Our Service Center focuses on sustainability, collecting and refurbishing packaging materials. At our Eindhoven location, you’ll work in an international team that values openness, knowledge-sharing, and continuous improvement. The culture is informal, collaborative, and focused on growth.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace.

Wie ben je?

Requirements

Who are you? We are looking for someone with:

• A completed college education (HBO), preferably in logistics, supply chain, business administration, or IT
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a logistics or supply chain environment
• Knowledge of lean methodologies and process optimization
• Affinity with ERP, WMS, or web-based inventory systems
• Strong analytical skills and a process-driven mindset
• Fluent in both Dutch and English
• Willing and able to work on-site in the Netherlands

Soft skills:

• Proactive
• Persuasive
• Result-oriented
• Team player

Wat mag je verwachten?

What we offer

• A gross monthly salary between €3.000 and €4.200
• 32–40 working hours per week
• A collective pension plan and travel allowance
• Bicycle plan and the possibility of 5 extra vacation days
• Opportunities for personal and professional development
• A dynamic and clean working environment with an informal culture
• Short communication lines and an international team spirit