We are seeking an experienced Director Logistics to lead our global logistics organization and drive end鈥憈o鈥慹nd excellence across all regions. In this pivotal role, you will own logistics strategy, governance, and HUB performance while spearheading the implementation of a centralized material management model.
This position can be based at any of our locations in Germany, Austria, the Netherlands, or the UK.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Governance
- Own and evolve the global logistics and HUB strategy.
- Define and enforce group鈥憌ide logistics governance, standards, and operating procedures.
- Ensure clear interfaces across Global, Regional, HUB, and Branch organizations.
- Serve as the key logistics partner to Executive Management and regional leadership teams.
Centralized Material Management
- Lead the global rollout and ongoing maturity of the centralized material management concept.
- Oversee centralized planning, allocation, and replenishment processes.
- Optimize material flows between factories, HUBs, branches, and intercompany networks.
- Ensure effective use of new and used material aligned with group rules.
HUB Operations Oversight
- Hold full accountability for HUB performance, cost, service levels, and compliance.
- Define operating models, capacities, and layout concepts.
- Drive improvements in throughput, utilization, lead times, and cost efficiency.
Systems, Tools & Data
- Lead the implementation and usage of logistics and planning tools (e.g., Rapid Response, PowerBI).
- Ensure process discipline, data accuracy, and end鈥憈o鈥慹nd visibility.
- Define KPIs and drive data鈥慴ased performance management.
People & Organization
- Build and develop a high鈥憄erforming global logistics team.
- Ensure capability development, succession planning, and strong cross鈥慺unctional collaboration.
- Model leadership excellence and compliance.
- Lead logistics transformation programs and standardization initiatives.
- Drive best practices across regions and support new business models and growth activities.