Distribution Center Site Manager (warehouse Operations Logistics)
hace 6 horas
Banyeres del Penedès
Nuestro cliente es una importante multinacional retailer, cadena de tiendas de productos de descuento no alimentario con unas 3.000 tiendas en Europa, y con una presencia consolidada en Iberia desde 2022 (79 tiendas). Opera con más de 6 000 productos en alta rotación, 14 categorías, (150 novedades semanales) que van desde juguetes, productos para el hogar, bricolaje, jardinería y alimentación, ofreciendo grandes descuentos. En junio de 2025, ha inaugurado su primer centro de distribución (externalizado) en Illescas (58 820 m²), que abastecerá hasta 210 tiendas en España y Portugal. Desean abrir un segundo centro de distribución propio en Banyeres del Penedés que complementaria al primero por lo que desean incorporar un Gerente de Centro de Distribución que participe en en el proceso de creación y posterior gestión junto con el Regional Supply Chain Manager (contratación de managers, formación de equipos y implementación de procesos) del Centro de Distribución en Banyeres y miembro del supply chain mangement team para el clsuster Italia, España, Portugal y Slovakia . El Almacen estaría en Banyeres del Penedés luego el candidato debe residir en la zona cercana (Barcelona es una opción). El puesto de trabajo requiere estar en las instalaciones 5 dias a la semana. Se requiere un nivel de Ingles C1. El perfil que buscamos es de un profesional de 10-20 años de experiencia como site manager/ DC manager o bien Warehouse Operations Manager, Supply chain manager o Warehouse Operations Manager. PUESTO : Gerente de Centro de Distribucion (Distribution Center manager) Ubicación: Banyeres del Penedés (Tarragona) Reporta a: Regional Supply chain Manager, INCORPORACIÓN :Septiembre 2025 MISIÓN DEL PUESTO We’re offering an exciting chance to become the DC Manager of our new Distribution Center in Banyeres del Penedès. You’ll jump in during the final build phase, drive the setup, and lead the recruitment and training of your team—getting everything ready to supply over 200 stores. This site will quickly grow into a 3-shift operation with around 300 colleagues. Like this? Keep reading! Your Job The mission of the DC Manager will be to supervise, manage the set up and run the DC in Banyeres. With over 3,000 stores across Europe, 16 distribution centers, hubs, and cross docks—and an ambitious growth plan—our supply chain never stands still. Your first focus will be to get up to speed quickly by supporting our international colleagues involved in the build phase and selecting your local team. You do this with one goal in mind: delivering the best possible service to our stores (50 stores at the beguinning but will grow to 200). While we currently operate an outsourced DC near Madrid, DC Banyeres will be fully managed by us. You’ll report to the Regional Supply Chain Manager and be part of the Regional Management Team for Spain, Portugal, Italy and Slovakia. To stay connected, you’ll visit our other DCs—including our very first DC in the Netherlands, where our Head Office is located. This is your chance to learn how we run our operations, how our company works and thinks, and build strong relationships, so we only need to invent the wheel once. Once the DC is operational, you’ll lead your teams and oversee daily deliveries. You’ll turn start-up decisions into long-term success. As the site stabilizes and store numbers grow, you’ll lead the site through shift model development, scaling from initial operations to a full 3-shift setup as volumes grow This is a team effort—with you at the helm. Together with your team you’ll build a safe, secure, and high-performing operation aligned with company standards. Our company´s Supply Chain operates in a matrix structure, meaning you’ll work closely with our European teams in Process, Transport, Human Resources and Facilities to actively secure the right support for your site. Furthermore : Operational Management Lead all DC operations and teams to ensure high-quality, safe, and cost-efficient operations. Drive, jointly with central in the lead, process improvements and implement logistics procedures to boost performance and consistency. Take ownership of key financial results. People Management Recruit, onboard, and develop your team in close cooperation with the HR Business Partner. Foster a culture of continuous development, ownership, and performance improvement. Collaborate with the Works Council and Unions to maintain a positive and productive work environment. Project Management Lead all site-level projects as Project Manager. Represent the DC as a project member in European initiatives. Align frequently and proactively with your manager and European project leads to stay connected with developments across all our self-managed DCs. Meet your team Every week, over 11 million customers visit one of our 3,000 stores across Europe—and we’re still growing fast, with new stores opening daily and new distribution centers every quarter. It’s a major logistical challenge: moving 6,000 products efficiently and at the lowest cost. Our Supply Chain team, now 13,000 strong, keeps the shelves full. We operate across 7 countries and will expand further in the years ahead. You’ll work closely with our international colleagues, as well as central teams in Process, IT, Facilities, and Transport. This is you You know your way around international Supply Chains and thrive in the fast-paced world of retail logistics. The chance to build and lead your own DC from the ground up excites you. Safety, performance, and continuous improvement are in your DNA. You think ahead, but you act now. You’re someone who spots opportunities to improve store deliveries and knows how to align with international experts to make it happen. You engage your team—building strong relationships with colleagues, the works council, and unions. You combine long-term planning with a sharp focus on daily operations. You’re structured, reliable, and deadline-driven—but pragmatic when needed to get things done. Maybe you’ve done this before and want to do it again. Or maybe this is your big step forward—into a role that grows with you as the DC evolves or as you step into Regional Leadership or specialist roles. You bring: A master’s degree in Logistics, Operations, or a related field 7–8 years of experience in retail logistics, ideally with a few years in a similar role Solid understanding of transportation and how it fits in the bigger picture Experience with ERP, WMS, and MS Office tools Strong background in labor relations and working with unions, with a clear results focus Familiarity with European DC networks and ways of working Fluent in Spanish and English (spoken and written) Lean certification? That’s a plus Strong organizational skills, structured approach, and ability to follow through A hands-on, pragmatic mindset What we offer Surprisingly more. From your base in Banyeres del Penedès (near Tarragona/Barcelona), you’ll help shape the supply chain for all of Europe. With 3,000 stores in 11 countries—and growing—our scale gives you endless opportunities to grow. New roles, innovation projects, fresh challenges: there’s no ceiling on your development. Our culture is simple and focused, built on shared values: customer focus, teamwork, simplicity, discipline, cost awareness, and respect. You can count on: A permanent full-time contract. Competitive salary with annual and long-term performance bonuses Company car, laptop, and mobile phone 15% staff discount in our stores Extensive training and development opportunities
