Warehousing & Distribution Manager / RDC Bratislava (m/f/d)

Continental; Wiener Neudorf; Presencial; EUR 41.000 - 49.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Employee discounts

Company pension schemes

Corporate benefits

Descripción de la vacante

Continental Reifen Austria GmbH is seeking a logistics leader to drive efficient warehouse and distribution operations across markets in the region. You will coordinate with regional markets, plants, and external providers to optimize processes, KPIs, and service levels.

The role emphasizes supply chain excellence, audits, and reporting, with a strong focus on inventory accuracy, cost control, and international collaboration. A relevant degree and 3–5 years of experience are preferred.

Formación

• Higher education in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations Management, or related field.
• 3–5 years of professional experience in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Distribution, or Demand Management.
• Solid understanding of warehouse operations, distribution processes, and inventory management.
• Experience with SAP SD, SAP EWM, and SCOR/SST processes.
• Proven project management and process improvement experience.
• Ability to coordinate cross-functional stakeholders in an international matrix organization.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Experience in international intercultural business environments.
• Business fluent English; German language skills are a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Manage operational warehouse and distribution activities within the assigned markets.
• Steer and develop partnerships with external logistics and transportation providers.
• Monitor warehouse performance through KPIs and conduct reviews.
• Ensure high service levels, inventory accuracy, and efficient material flow.
• Identify and implement improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and quality.
• Coordinate cross-functional collaboration across regional markets, plants, and logistics.
• Plan and conduct warehouse, facility, and quality audits.
• Develop reporting structures and KPI frameworks for inventory, availability, service, and costs.
• Support budgeting and investment planning in logistics.
• Lead cross-functional projects focused on logistics optimization and layout improvements.

Conocimientos

Stakeholder management

Project coordination

Logistics

English fluent

German language skills

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Herramientas

SAP SD

SAP EWM

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

In this role, you will ensure the efficient operation and continuous improvement of warehouse and distribution activities across multiple markets while collaborating with regional and international stakeholders.

Your key responsibilities include:

• Managing operational warehouse and distribution activities within the assigned markets
• Steering and further developing partnerships with external logistics and transportation service providers
• Monitoring warehouse performance through relevant KPIs and conducting regular operational and quality reviews
• Ensuring high service levels, inventory accuracy, and efficient material flow processes
• Identifying and implementing improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, quality, and process efficiency
• Coordinating collaboration between regional markets, manufacturing plants, Logistics EMEA, Supply Chain functions, and logistics partners
• Acting as a key interface for logistics-related topics while ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, and internal requirements
• Planning and conducting warehouse, facility, and quality audits
• Developing and continuously enhancing reporting structures and KPI frameworks covering inventory, availability, service performance, and logistics costs
• Supporting budgeting and investment planning activities within the logistics environment
• Leading and contributing to cross-functional projects focused on logistics optimization, warehouse layout improvements, and quality standards

Additional Information

• An attractive working environment within a global organization, offeringdevelopment and career opportunities
• Flexible working hours and a high level of autonomy in managing your work and responsibilities
• A collaborative and supportive team culture where colleagues work together and support each other’s success
• A competitive monthly gross salary starting at EUR 4,000 (full‑time), with the possibility of a higher compensation package based on qualifications and relevant professional experience
• A comprehensive benefits package, including employee discounts, company pension schemes, and additional corporate benefits

Qualifications

To succeed in this position, you bring a strong logistics background combined with excellent stakeholder management and project coordination skills:

• Successfully completed higher education in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations Management, or a related field, with a solid understanding of end‑to‑end supply chain processes.
• Several years of professional experience (minimum 3-5 years) in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Distribution, or Demand Management
• Solid understanding of warehouse operations, distribution processes, and inventory management
• Experience working with logistics systems and ERP solutions, preferably SAP SD, SAP EWM, and SCOR/SST processes
• Proven experience in project management and process improvement initiatives
• Ability to coordinate cross‑functional stakeholders and drive initiatives in an international matrix organization
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Experience working in international and intercultural business environments
• Business fluent English, both written and spoken
• German language skills and additional languages such as Slovak, Czech, or Hungarian are considered an advantage

Company Description

Continental Reifen Austria GmbH is the sales organization of the Continental Group in the Austrian market, serving a broad range of customers in the specialized tire trade and the automotive retail sector.

Our extensive product portfolio covers tires for virtually all vehicle categories, ranging from two‑wheelers and passenger cars to commercial vehicles. Our leading brands include the global premium brand Continental and the well‑established Austrian brand Semperit.

In collaboration with other European markets, we operate and manage a Regional Distribution Center (RDC) in the Bratislava region, which plays a key role in our international supply chain and logistics network.