Contract Logistics Site Manager
Location
Oppeano (VR) | Italy
Job description
Kuehne+Nagel is seeking a dynamic professional for the role of Contract Logistics Site Manager based in north-eastern Italy.
Your Role
In this multifaceted position, you will be starting by overseeing the operations of an existing fulfilment centre in the Verona area. Simultaneously, you will play a crucial role in the establishment and launch of a new automated technology-driven fulfilment centre in the Venezia area. As the initiative progresses, you will seamlessly transition into the role of Site Manager, leading the successful establishment of the new facility. Your responsibilities will encompass shaping and steering operational excellence, overseeing change management, providing client support, managing budgets, and leading people management initiatives.
Your Responsibilities
Existing
warehouse operations
- Lead the Operations in the management of day-to-day activities within the existing warehouse.
- Ensure the fulfilment of customer needs and requirements, optimizing the utilization of space, equipment, and labour.
New fulfilment
center startup:
- Contribute to the planning and execution of the startup phase for a new fulfilment centre.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure a smooth and efficient launch.
- Transition into a leadership role for the newly established fulfilment centre.
Set and coordinate the implementation of the site's annual plan, focusing on service excellence and operational efficiency. - Manage human and economic resources effectively to drive success in the new facility.
Budgeting
- Plan and implement the annual budget of the fulfilment centre.
- Discuss the budget, motivate investment proposals, determine the financial feasibility of the investments.
- Manage autonomy the P&L of the fulfilment centre, weekly and monthly basis.
- Support the Operations Manager in budgeting activity.
Continuous
improvement
- Proactively identify and pursue improvement opportunities, fostering a culture of continuous process innovation.
- Implement best practices to enhance overall operational efficiency.
People Management
- Lead by example, support team members in achieving their career goals, foster adequate work-life balance, and reduce work-related stress.
- Commit every day to talent retention and employee engagement.
- Demonstrate high respect for diversity and take all possible actions to embrace different perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences, ensuring equitable treatment.
Your Skills and Experiences
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Business Administration, Engineering, or equivalent experience at a comparable level.
- Italian and English language
- Proven experience in warehouse and fulfillment center management with direct workforce management
- Proven experience in warehouse and fulfillment center management with automation
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage teams and resources effectively.
- Experience in startup operations
- Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.
If you are a results-oriented professional with a
passion for optimizing supply chain operations and leading successful
fulfillment centers, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join
our team and be a key player in shaping the success of both our existing
warehouse and the upcoming fulfillment center.
Good Reasons to Join
Since 1890, Kuehne+Nagel is committed to shape the world of logistics with a strong determination to connect people and goods through innovative and sustainable logistics solutions.
With over 80,000 employees at almost 1,300 locations in over 100 countries, we are one of the world's leading logistics companies. The Italian branch is active since almost 60 years and counts 32 locations with 1,750 team members partnering with more than 3000 clients.
Passion and willingness to be part of a diverse, multicultural, and dynamic team are a must to us! We take care about our people. We commit to create a work environment where everyone is welcome and diversity, equity and inclusion are prioritized. Where the full potential of each employee is realized without exception. Where those who look, live, love, communicate, think, and lead differently are sought, appreciated, and valued.
Together, we go above and beyond to deliver excellence and innovation to our colleagues, our customers, and the communities we belong.
Your plus shapes our future.
WHAT WE OFFER
Our benefits are centered around you and your family, our offer is constantly improving:
• Accidental coverage (at & outside work)
• Extra Medical insurance
• 5 extra days of paternity leave
• Remote working enhancement for new parents
• 1 day off for volunteering activities
• Free Tax return support (730)
• Free social welfare consulting (e.g. INPS, disability, pension) 1000+ discount on products and services
• Special discount on travels with Interline Turismo
• Full access to Fitprime for you and your friends: access to +3000 Gyms, pools and sport centers
• Online workout (e.g. yoga, mindfulness, cardio) + nutritionist
• Speexx, your digital coaching platform for language training, for you and someone of your choice
• Lots of engagement activities to keep you inspired!#J-18808-Ljbffr
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