Operations manager vacatures in Groningen

As a Logistics Team Leader, you ensure that the daily operations run smoothly and efficiently together with your team. You lead, coach, and motivate your people to bring out their best every day. You create structure and deliver results, while keeping a close eye on both performance and the people behind it. Additionally, you actively contribute to process improvements — your ideas and initiative truly make a difference.

Functieomschrijving:
What You’ll Do as a Logistics Team Leader

• You start each shift with a clear kick-off: your team is complete and aware of what’s happening.
• You manage KPIs around safety, quality, cost, productivity, and team performance.
• You step in to resolve bottlenecks and ensure smooth operations.
• You closely monitor the safety and health of your team to prevent incidents.
• At the end of your shift, you provide a clear handover to the next team.
• You collaborate closely with your fellow team leaders and report to the operations manager.

During your shift, you lead a team of about 10 permanent employees and 25 temporary workers. You work closely with other team leaders, each responsible for their own team. You set the direction by coaching and guiding, creating a work environment focused on performance and collaboration. The atmosphere is professional and collegial—with attention for one another, a sharp focus on results, and a shared drive for continuous improvement.

Functievereisten:
What You Bring as a Logistics Team Leader

• Proven leadership experience in the parcel or logistics sector.
• A completed mbo-level education, preferably in logistics, with 1–2 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience with LEAN methodology is a plus.
• You are a stress-resistant team player who thinks in solutions and opportunities.
• You have a good command of English, both spoken and written.
• You are flexible and available to work in two shifts:
  • Monday to Friday from 14:00 to 22:30 or 22:30 to 07:00
  • Sunday night from 22:30 to 07:00
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Arbeidsvoorwaarden:
What You Can Expect from Us as a Logistics Team LeaderJoin us and become part of a dynamic and informal organization that values a hands-on approach. Ambition, customer commitment, and sustainability are at the heart of everything we do. Collaboration is in our DNA—along with plenty of room for development and work enjoyment. And, of course, a strong benefits package comes with it:

• Salary between €2,860 and €3,300 gross per month, depending on experience
• Full-time position of 38.75 hours per week (1.0 FTE)
• Shift allowances (irregular hours compensation):
  • 30% between 20:00 and 24:00
  • 45% between 00:00 and 06:00
  • 50% on Saturdays and Sundays
  • 100% on public holidays
• Development and growth opportunities: extensive training options, courses, and access to our online Studyhub
• 28 vacation days (with the option to purchase additional days)
• Travel allowance of €0.23 per kilometer (for commutes between 10 and max. 25 km one way)
• Extras including collective health insurance, home working allowance, and an excellent pension scheme (3.55% employee contribution)