Senior Coldstore Operations Manager: KPI, Inventory & Team

MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company SA; Genf; Hybrid; CHF 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company SA in Geneva area seeks a dynamic Coldstore Operational Manager to plan and coordinate daily activities, define KPIs, monitor budget targets, and drive continuous improvements in cold storage operations.

You will lead projects, analyze costs and pricing, ensure food safety and refrigeration standards, and manage inventory with a focus on service excellence.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in the cold storage industry.
• Independent, goal-oriented with strong problem-solving skills.
• Team player with strong interaction with sites and agencies.
• Experience in P&L management and logistics.
• Proficient in data analysis tools and excellent English (written and spoken).
• Knowledge of market dynamics and reefer trades is a plus.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to rapid changes.
• Customer service-oriented with focus on service excellence.

Responsibilities

• Planning and coordinating daily activities to ensure seamless operations.
• Defining key operational KPIs and objectives, monitoring progress to meet budget targets.
• Providing ongoing support for projects and day-to-day operations.
• Conducting research on costs and pricing and performing service price profitability and sensitivity analysis.
• Ensuring compliance with food safety regulations, health codes, and industrial refrigeration standards.
• Managing inventory, cost control, and planning.
• Utilizing warehouse management systems and temperature tracking technologies.
• Leading and managing teams and making decisions focused on continuous improvement and operational efficiency.

Skills

Data analysis

English proficiency

Team leadership

P&L management

Problem solving

Logistics

Tools

Warehouse Management Systems

Temperature monitoring

Job description

MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company SA in Geneva area seeks a dynamic Coldstore Operational Manager to plan and coordinate daily activities, define KPIs, monitor budget targets, and drive continuous improvements in cold storage operations.

You will lead projects, analyze costs and pricing, ensure food safety and refrigeration standards, and manage inventory with a focus on service excellence.