Logistics Manager

VAT GROUP; Sennwald; Vor Ort; CHF 90.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

VAT Group, headquartered in Haag, Switzerland, seeks a logistics leadership professional to oversee daily operations, drive KPIs, and implement process improvements across warehousing and distribution.

The role focuses on cross-functional collaboration with Procurement, Quality, and Production, ensuring inventory accuracy and regulatory compliance while leading teams to excellence.

Qualifikationen

• Degree or professional qualification in Logistics, Supply Chain Management or related field.
• Logistics certification (e.g., Logistics Specialist) is highly desirable.
• Experience with logistics automation initiatives (ASRS, conveyors, AGVs/AMRs, warehouse automation).
• Leadership experience in logistics, warehousing or supply chain operations.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse management and ERP systems (Dynamics 365 F&O preferred).
• Advanced Excel skills and KPI reporting/analysis.
• Ability to independently plan, manage and execute projects.

Aufgaben

• Provide functional and disciplinary leadership to Team Leaders within the assigned logistics area.
• Lead workforce planning, staffing and resource allocation in line with budget targets.
• Set performance objectives, provide feedback, and conduct evaluations.
• Foster a high-performance culture through coaching and development.
• Ensure compliance with policies, safety standards and procedures.
• Manage daily logistics operations for efficiency and timeliness.
• Monitor and optimize KPIs related to productivity, quality and service.
• Act as Process Steward ensuring process compliance and continuous improvement.
• Lead projects focused on operational excellence and organizational development.
• Develop and update SOPs and process documentation.
• Interface with internal stakeholders (Procurement, Supply Chain, Quality, Production) to resolve issues.
• Drive initiatives to improve service levels and inventory accuracy.

Kenntnisse

Logistics leadership

Warehousing operations

ERP systems (MS Dynamics 365 F&O)

Excel & KPI reporting

Project management

German & English proficiency

Communication & stakeholder management

Continuous improvement

Decision making & accountability

Organizational skills

Strategic thinking

Team development & coaching

Safety & compliance awareness

Ausbildung

Degree, apprenticeship or professional qualification in Logistics/Supply Chain

Logistics certification (e.g., Logistics Specialist)

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O

Jobbeschreibung

About VAT Group

At VAT, we change the world with vacuum solutions. As the world’s leading supplier of high-performance vacuum valves, we have been driving innovation for more than 60 years. With over 3,200 employees worldwide, we operate from our headquarters in Haag, Switzerland, with manufacturing sites in Switzerland, Malaysia and Romania, as well as sales and service hubs around the world. We guided by our passions integrity, teamwork, customer centricity, and innovation – always working together as #oneVAT.

About VAT Group

At VAT, we change the world with vacuum solutions. As the world’s leading supplier of high-performance vacuum valves, we have been driving innovation for more than 60 years. With over 3,200 employees worldwide, we operate from our headquarters in Haag, Switzerland, with manufacturing sites in Switzerland, Malaysia and Romania, as well as sales and service hubs around the world. We guided by our passions integrity, teamwork, customer centricity, and innovation – always working together as #oneVAT.

Joining us means becoming part of a passionate, international team where your voice is heard, your ideas matter, and your career growth is supported.

Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management

• Provide functional and disciplinary leadership to Team Leaders within the assigned logistics area.
• Lead workforce planning activities, including staffing, recruitment, and resource allocation in line with budget targets.
• Set performance objectives, provide regular feedback, and conduct performance evaluations.
• Foster a high-performance culture through coaching, employee engagement, and talent development.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and operational procedures.

Operational Excellence

• Manage daily logistics operations to ensure smooth, efficient, and timely execution.
• Monitor, analyze, and optimize operational KPIs related to productivity, quality, and service performance.
• Act as Process Steward for the assigned logistics area, ensuring process compliance and continuous improvement.
• Lead and support projects focused on operational excellence, process optimization, and organizational development.
• Develop, maintain, and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and process documentation.

Quality & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Serve as the key interface between Logistics and internal stakeholders, including Procurement, Supply Chain, Quality, and Production.
• Coordinate and resolve quality, material, and delivery-related issues and implement corrective actions when required.
• Ensure inventory accuracy through effective inventory management and oversight of physical inventory counts.
• Drive initiatives to improve service levels, operational quality, and customer satisfaction.

Performance, Safety & Compliance

• Take ownership of quality, productivity, and safety performance within the area of responsibility.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, internal standards, and audit expectations.
• Support strategic and operational planning activities to achieve short- and long-term business objectives.

Qualifications

• Degree, apprenticeship, or professional qualification in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Additional logistics certification (e.g., Logistics Specialist or equivalent) is highly desirable.
• Experience with logistics automation initiatives, such as automated storage and retrieval systems (ASRS), conveyor systems, automated guided vehicles (AGVs/AMRs), warehouse automation, or digital transformation projects within a logistics environment.
• Proven leadership experience in logistics, warehousing, or supply chain operations.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse management and ERP system, Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O preferred
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with KPI reporting and performance analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to independently plan, manage, and execute projects.
• Professional proficiency in German and English.
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to motivate and develop teams.
• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills.
• Resilient and capable of performing in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and conflict resolution skills.
• Results-oriented mindset with a continuous improvement focus.
• Ability to make decisions and drive accountability across teams.