Contract Logistics Facility Manager

Kuehne Nagel; Geel; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Kuehne+Nagel Geel, Belgium, seeks a Contract Logistics Facility Manager with pharma-sector experience to oversee warehouses and offices. You will drive maintenance, compliance, and EPC upgrades, coordinating with internal teams and external partners to ensure safe, efficient operations.

The role requires fluency in English and Dutch at B2 level or higher, a relevant degree, and willingness to travel between sites. This is a full-time on-site position with extensive stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Facility Management or related field.
• Proven experience in Facility Management within a pharmaceutical environment.
• Strong understanding of facility operations, maintenance, and engineering systems.
• Fluent in English; Dutch at B2 level or higher.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel between sites.

Responsibilities

• Ensure warehouses, offices, and infrastructure remain safe, compliant, well-maintained, and fully operational.
• Lead facility management activities, including building maintenance, utilities, and technical infrastructure.
• Coordinate and collaborate with internal stakeholders, contractors, engineering partners, and external service providers.
• Oversee supplier relationships, monitor performance, and ensure agreed service levels are consistently met.
• Lead tendering processes, evaluate proposals, negotiate contracts, and select the most suitable suppliers.
• Manage facility budgets, control costs, and support procurement activities in line with business objectives.
• Drive facility projects and continuous improvement initiatives, using KPIs, SLAs, and best practices to enhance efficiency.
• Ensure all facility procedures, guidelines, and work instructions are up to date and fully compliant with QSHE standards.
• Act as the key escalation point for facility-related issues, including emergency response and critical operational support on a 24/7 basis.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Budgeting

Problem solving

Data-driven decisions

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Facility Management, Civil Engineering, Construction, Environmental Engineering, or related field

Job description

It's more than a job

We are looking for a Contract Logistics Facility Manager to join our team in Geel, Belgium. If you have proven experience and a solid background in the pharma sector, this is an exciting opportunity to make an impact within a global logistics Leader.

You will be responsible for ensuring that our infrastructure remains in excellent condition and that all facilities are clean, safe, well-maintained, and operating efficiently. You will oversee the day-to-day management of our warehouses and offices, creating a safe and problem-free environment where employees can perform at their best and business operations can run smoothly.

How you create impact

• Ensure warehouses, offices, and infrastructure remain safe, compliant, well-maintained, and fully operational;
• Lead facility management activities, including building maintenance, utilities, and technical infrastructure;
• Manage building permits, operational licenses, and ensure compliance with all local regulations and legal requirements;
• Coordinate and collaborate with internal stakeholders, contractors, engineering partners, and external service providers;
• Oversee supplier relationships, monitor performance, and ensure agreed service levels are consistently met;
• Lead tendering processes, evaluate proposals, negotiate contracts, and select the most suitable suppliers;
• Manage facility budgets, control costs, and support procurement activities in line with business objectives;
• Drive facility projects and continuous improvement initiatives, using KPIs, SLAs, and best practices to enhance efficiency;
• Ensure all facility procedures, guidelines, and work instructions are up to date and fully compliant with QSHE standards;
• Act as the key escalation point for facility-related issues, including emergency response and critical operational support on a 24/7 basis.

What we would like you to bring

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Facility Management, Civil Engineering, Construction, Environmental Engineering, or a related field;
• Proven experience in Facility Management within a pharmaceutical environment (mandatory);
• Strong understanding of facility operations, maintenance, engineering systems, and industry best practices;
• Solid technical background with the ability to manage building infrastructure and technical installations;
• Knowledge HVAC equipment and GDP regulations
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and communicate effectively across all levels of the organization;
• Experience working in highly regulated environments, ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and operational standards;
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess risks and make data-driven decisions;
• Good understanding of budgeting, cost control, procurement, and supplier management;
• Fluent in English (mandatory), both written and spoken; Dutch at B2 level or higher, with additional language skills considered an advantage.
• Availability to work regular business hours (Monday to Friday), while remaining reachable outside working hours for critical facility-related incidents and emergencies;
• Valid driver's license, with the flexibility to travel between sites when required.

What's in it for you

At Kuehne+Nagel you can demonstrate your personal and professional attributes. And you will have countless opportunities for further development. Benefit from the comprehensive offers provided by a global market leader and contribute your ideas on how we can continue to get a little better every day. You can be sure: Your opinion counts

Who we are

Logistics shapes everyday life - from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments in the lives of people around the world. As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to move the world forward, we offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference. Whether we help deliver life‑saving medicines, develop sustainable transportation solutions or support our local communities, your career will contribute to more than you can imagine.