Distribution Centre Manager / Leiter Logistikzentrum (m/w/d)
You will be the liaise/focal point between Resideo and our 3PL partner to ensure the highest customer service standards according to KPIs and within budget.
We seek a collaborative and people-focused leader with proven experience managing a distribution centre and a strong track record of delivering products on time without compromising quality, safety, or customer service. Experience managing third-party logistics (3PL) partners would be advantageous but is not essential.
JOB DUTIES:
Health, Safety & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with all health, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements
- Promote a safe working environment through training, audits, and corrective actions
- Manage risk assessments and incident investigations
- Oversee daily distribution center operations, including receiving, storage, order fulfillment, shipping, and returns
- Ensure timely and accurate processing of customer orders
- Develop and implement operational procedures to improve productivity and efficiency
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and implement corrective actions when necessary
- Lead, coach, and develop warehouse supervisors and operational staff
- Manage workforce planning, scheduling, recruitment, training, and performance evaluations
- Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement
- Ensure compliance with company policies and labour regulations
- Maintain high inventory accuracy through cycle counting and inventory control processes
- Coordinate inventory reconciliation and investigate discrepancies
- Collaborate with supply chain and procurement teams to optimise stock levels
- Develop and manage the distribution center operating budget
- Control labour, transportation, and operational costs while maintaining service levels
- Identify opportunities for cost reduction and operational efficiency
- Lead Lean, Six Sigma, or other operational excellence initiatives
- Analyse operational data and implement process improvements
- Support automation and technology implementation projects
- Work closely with transportation, customer service, supply chain, and sales teams to ensure customer satisfaction
- Resolve escalated operational issues and service disruptions
- Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- In-depth experience in warehouse, logistics, or distribution operations, with knowledge of warehouse operations, transportation, and supply chain best practices
- Minimum 3+ years of leadership experience managing large teams in a distribution centre environment
- Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), ERP systems, and inventory control processes
- Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
- Experience managing third-party logistics (3PL) partners
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Prior experience working with SAP
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and warehouse management software
- Lean, Six Sigma knowledge
- Life, Accidental Death & Disability Insurance
- Vacation and Christmas Bonus (IG Metall collective agreement)
- 30 Days' Vacation
- Opportunities to expand your role and responsibilities in the future
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Resideo is a global leader in smart home and building solutions, with trusted brands including Honeywell Home, First Alert, and Resideo helping people feel more comfortable, secure, connected, and in control every day. Our products and technologies are found in more than 150 million homes and businesses worldwide. From intelligent climate solutions to security, sensing, water, and connected home technologies, Resideo develops and manufactures products designed to simplify everyday life and help protect what matters most. Our global teams span engineering, manufacturing, software, product management, supply chain, customer experience, and more - all working together to shape the future of connected living through innovation, quality, and meaningful real-world impact. At Resideo, our teams help create products and experiences that make everyday life more comfortable, secure, and connected for millions around the world. Learn more at www.resideo.com.
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