Operations Team Lead

StudySmarter; Düsseldorf; Vor Ort; EUR 44.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

J&T Express in Düsseldorf is seeking a hands-on Operations Team Lead to steer our warehouse teams and ensure smooth daily operations.

You will manage people, plan workflows, and oversee inbound, scanning, sorting and shipment prep while maintaining safety and quality standards. German B1+ or English fluency is required; forklift license and WMS experience are advantageous; the role offers a dynamic, international environment in a fast-growing logistics company.

Qualifikationen

• Experience in warehouse operations or logistics.
• Previous leadership roles such as Team Lead or Supervisor is desirable.
• Willingness to work in a shift-based warehouse environment.

Aufgaben

• Lead and coordinate the warehouse operations team during the shift.
• Manage people, team coordination and operational supervision.
• Organize daily workflows and allocate tasks within the team.
• Support inbound, scanning, sorting and shipment preparation.
• Monitor KPIs including inbound performance, misses, and quality control.
• Identify issues and act within your area of responsibility.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality and operational standards.
• Collaborate with Warehouse Management to improve processes and performance.

Kenntnisse

Hands-on

Leadership

Team coordination

Shift work

German B1+

English fluent

Tools

WMS experience

Forklift license

Jobbeschreibung

About J&T Express

J&T Express is one of the fastest-growing international logistics companies, operating across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and Latin America. As we continue our rapid expansion in Germany, we are strengthening our operations and creating exciting opportunities for people who want to make an impact from day one.

Join J&T Express

at an exciting stage of our growth journey. To strengthen our warehouse operations in Düsseldorf, we are looking for a hands-on Operations Team Lead (m/f/d) to lead our operational teams and ensure smooth and efficient daily operations.

Your Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate your warehouse operations team during the respective shift
• Take responsibility for people management, team coordination and operational supervision
• Organize daily workflows and allocate tasks within the team
• Support daily operations, including inbound, scanning, sorting and shipment preparation
• Monitor key operational KPIs, including inbound performance, missed scans and quality control
• Identify operational issues and take appropriate action within your area of responsibility
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality and operational standards
• Work closely with Warehouse Management to continuously improve processes and performance

Your Profile

• Professional experience in warehouse operations, logistics, parcel logistics or a comparable environment
• Previous experience as a Team Lead, Shift Lead, Supervisor or in a comparable role is highly desirable
• Strong hands-on mentality combined with leadership and organizational skills
• Reliable, structured and solution-oriented working style
• Willingness to work in a shift-based warehouse environment
• German at B1 level or above OR fluent English (Chinese skills are a strong advantage)
• WMS experience and a valid forklift license are an advantage

What We Offer

• Join one of the fastest-growing international logistics companies
• A responsible leadership role with direct impact on daily operations
• The opportunity to actively contribute to the growth of our Düsseldorf operations
• A dynamic, international and multicultural working environment
• Short decision-making processes and a high level of ownership
• Professional development and growth opportunities
• Competitive compensation, bonus programs and additional employee benefits

Ready to grow with us?

At J&T Express, we move Jet-fast, deliver Timely, and grow with Technology.

If you enjoy leading teams, working hands-on in warehouse operations and taking responsibility in a fast-growing international environment, we would be happy to hear from you.