Department Head Logistics

About the role

As Department Head, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of your department within a new logistics center. This includes leading your team, making operational and personnel decisions, and ensuring that all processes run smoothly. A core part of the role involves using key performance indicators to manage your department's performance and implement corrective actions when necessary.

The position requires close collaboration with other departments to maintain seamless operations across the facility. You will also be tasked with promoting the professional growth of your team members and ensuring adherence to health and safety standards. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the foundational setup of a new location.

Success in this role means effectively managing your department's operations, ensuring process efficiency, and fostering a productive work environment. It involves making informed decisions based on key figures and maintaining high standards of safety and compliance. Your leadership will directly impact the establishment and performance of the new logistics center.

The full-time salary for this position is listed between $33,750 and $56,250 USD.

Skills that matter here

• logistics processes: This role requires expertise in logistics processes to ensure smooth operations and optimize workflows within the new center.
• labor law: Understanding labor law is necessary for making personnel decisions and managing the team in compliance with regulations.
• works constitution law: Knowledge of works constitution law is important for managing employee relations and ensuring legal compliance within the department.
• operational key figures: The ability to use operational key figures is crucial for department management, performance tracking, and implementing effective countermeasures.
• communication skills: Strong communication skills are essential for leading and motivating the team, as well as for collaborating with other departments.

Who this role suits

• You have a background in logistics with several years of experience in a disciplinary leadership role, ideally managing more than 20 employees.
• You are a leader who prioritizes both operational efficiency and the personal development of your team members.
• You are comfortable making operational and personnel decisions and can manage a department using data-driven insights.
• You thrive in environments where you can help build and shape new operations from the ground up.

From the employer

Responsibilities

• Operative management of your department and leadership of your team.
• Ensure smooth processes in your area together with your team leaders.
• Make operational and personnel decisions and promote the personal development of your team members.
• Use key figures to manage your department and take effective countermeasures in case of deviations.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Collaborate closely with other departments for seamless operations.

Requirements

• Completed studies or comparable training with several years of experience in logistics, ideally in a disciplinary leadership position with more than 20 employees.
• Strong communication skills and ability to motivate your team.
• Expertise in logistics processes, labor law, and works constitution law.
• Ability to use operational key figures as a management tool.

Conditions

• Full-time employment with a salary range of $33,750 – $56,250 USD.
• Opportunity to shape a new location from the ground up.
• Supportive and inclusive work environment.