Manager of Logistics (m/f/d) - Quantum Frontline Industries

Quantum Systems; Weßling; Vor Ort; EUR 90.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Quantum Frontline Industries (QFI) in Germany is seeking a Manager of Logistics to lead and optimize internal and external logistics for our advanced UAV production line. You will ensure that every component and system flows seamlessly to enable timely delivery to the Ukrainian Defence Forces.

You will work with Production Planning, Flight Test, Supply Chain, and Quality Control to guarantee operational excellence and NATO standards compliance, while coordinating a multidisciplinary logistics

Qualifikationen

• 5+ years in a leadership role in robotics, aerospace, or UAV logistics.
• Experience with ERP/WMS systems and cross-functional teams.
• Strong communication and organizational skills; English or German fluency.
• Ability to drive workflows, motivate teams, and ensure safety.
• Experience with export/customs compliance and dangerous goods handling.

Aufgaben

• Lead and optimize internal and external logistics for UAV production.
• Coordinate with Production Planning, Flight Test, Supply Chain, and Quality Control.
• Ensure on-time, safe material flow and NATO standards compliance.
• Organize logistics data, KPIs and documentation; manage logistics team.
• Handle export/customs documentation and dangerous goods procedures.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Logistics management

Cross-functional collaboration

English or German

Safety and compliance

Data-driven decision making

Tools

ERP/WMS systems

Jobbeschreibung

Quantum Frontline Industries (QFI) is a newly established German-Ukrainian defence joint venture between Quantum Systems and Frontline Robotics, created under the Build with Ukraine initiative. For the first time, Ukrainian drones will be manufactured on an industrial scale in Europe, combining Ukrainian battlefield-proven technology with German industrial automation to create a new model of cross-border defence co-production: the German Model.

As Manager of Logistics, you will lead and optimize all processes related to internal and external logistics for our advanced UAV production line. You will ensure that every component and system flows seamlessly through the supply chain, enabling timely and efficient delivery to the Ukrainian Defence Forces.

You will work closely with stakeholders from Production Planning, Flight Test, Supply Chain, and Quality Control to guarantee operational excellence and compliance with NATO standards.

What is your Day to Day Mission

• Optimize and configure logistics processes across receiving, warehousing, kitting, line-feeding, shipping, and reverse logistics.
• Coordinate and manage a multidisciplinary logistics team, including warehouse operators and shipping specialists; set clear goals and foster high performance.
• Plan and oversee departmental resources and timelines, align material availability with production schedules, and mitigate risks such as shortages or delays.
• Communicate effectively with all stakeholders to resolve issues quickly and maintain smooth material flow.
• Organize and maintain logistics data, KPIs, and exception handling, including inventory accuracy, OTIF, and shipping lead times.
• Prepare documentation and SOPs, and act as a key stakeholder in export/customs compliance and dangerous goods handling (e.g., batteries).

What you bring to the team

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in a similar leadership role, ideally in robotics, aerospace, or UAV/high-tech manufacturing logistics.
• Hands-on experience with ERP/WMS systems (Inventory, Warehouse, Shipping modules).
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, with proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally.
• Ability to structure workflows and motivate teams to achieve high performance and safety standards.
• Strong decision-making skills and ability to manage conflict effectively under time pressure.
• Professional communication skills in English or German; Ukrainian language is a significant plus.