Key Skills

Job Description

Sesé is the partner of choice for companies seeking integrated, digital, sustainable, innovative, and efficient supply chain solutions. We firmly believe that an unwavering commitment to our customers, partners, and employees, together with innovation and collaboration across industries, will drive the change our sector, society, and planet need. We are a team of more than 17,000 professionals across 15+ countries who strive every day to deliver the best service to our customers. Our values define who we are: commitment, trust, flexibility, passion, and responsibility. What are we looking for? We are looking for an Operations Manager to lead and optimize our logistics operations in Amsterdam. This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring operational excellence, customer satisfaction, financial performance, and the continuous development of the teams under your responsibility. We are looking for a results-driven professional with strong leadership skills, a proactive mindset, and extensive experience managing logistics operations in an international environment. What will your responsibilities be? Lead and oversee the logistics operations of the site, ensuring service levels and customer requirements are consistently met. Monitor operational and financial KPIs, identifying deviations and implementing corrective action plans when required. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize processes, resources, productivity, and operational performance. Coordinate the implementation of corporate projects and operational standards, adapting them to local business needs. Lead, coach, and develop operational teams, fostering a high-performance, collaborative working environment. Ensure compliance with company policies, quality standards, health & safety regulations, and operational procedures. Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and suppliers, ensuring efficient communication and problem-solving. Identify opportunities for operational improvements and business growth, contributing to the site's overall success. What are we looking for in you? University degree in Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field. Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar management position within the logistics sector. Proven experience managing logistics operations, operational performance, productivity, and KPI monitoring. Strong leadership experience managing and developing multidisciplinary teams. Professional level of English and Dutch, both written and spoken, is required. Knowledge of Spanish will be highly valued. Strong analytical skills, problem-solving capabilities, and decision-making ability. Availability to support operational incidents and business-critical situations when required. What would be a plus? Experience within high-volume logistics or warehousing environments. Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement methodologies, and Supply Chain Management. Knowledge of financial management and operational budgeting. Experience with ERP, WMS, and logistics management systems. International experience in multicultural environments. What do we offer? The opportunity to join a leading multinational logistics company with a strong international presence. A strategic leadership role with significant impact on business performance. Participation in high-impact projects focused on transformation, innovation, and operational excellence. A dynamic, international, and fast-paced working environment. A high level of autonomy and responsibility. Real opportunities for professional growth and career development within the Group. At Sesé, we are looking for people who share our passion and entrepreneurial spirit. People who want to be part of the transformation of the supply chain of the future. And above all, people with the right attitude. Ready to join us?

Core Responsibilities

Lead and optimize the site's logistics operations, ensuring customer service levels, operational and financial performance, and compliance with company standards. Develop operational teams, drive continuous improvement, coordinate corporate initiatives, and build effective relationships with customers and suppliers.

Requirements

A university degree in Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field and at least five years of logistics management experience are required. Candidates must have strong leadership, operational performance, analytical, and decision-making skills, and professional proficiency in written and spoken English and Dutch; Spanish is an advantage.

Benefits

• Professional Growth Opportunities
• Career Development Opportunities