Production & Warehouse Manager

Azelis; Sankt Augustin; Sur place; EUR 70 000 - 100 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Azelis in Germany seeks an experienced Warehouse and Logistics Manager to lead and optimize all warehouse operations, ensure safe storage of goods and efficient receipt, storage, picking and dispatch. You will coordinate filling, packaging, and production-support activities while maintaining ERP/WMS integrity and regulatory compliance.

The role requires proven leadership, experience with hazardous materials handling, and strong English skills.

Qualifications

• Completed technical, chemical, or commercial vocational training with further education such as Meister or Fachwirt.
• Several years of experience in warehouse, logistics or production environments, preferably in chemical/pharma.
• Experience in leading and developing employees; knowledge of hazardous materials regulations is desirable.

Responsabilités

• Organize, manage and continuously optimize all warehouse operations.
• Oversee receipt, storage, picking, and dispatch of goods with ERP/WMS.
• Plan stock audits and physical inventories; manage hazardous materials handling.
• Coordinate filling/packaging operations and ensure SOPs and GMP/GDP/ISO compliance.
• Provide disciplinary and functional leadership; conduct training and performance reviews.

Connaissances

Leadership

Employee development

ERP/WMS knowledge

English proficiency

Formation

Technical, chemical, or commercial vocational training

Master Craftsman / Meister / Specialist / Technician (or equivalent)

Outils

ERP/WMS systems

Description du poste

• Responsible for the organization, management, and continuous optimization of all warehouse operations.
• Ensure the efficient receipt, storage, picking, and dispatch of goods.
• Monitor inventory levels and plan and conduct stock audits and physical inventories.
• Ensure accurate inventory management and record maintenance within the ERP/Warehouse Management System.
• Ensure the compliant storage and handling of hazardous materials.

Key Responsibilities

Warehouse and Logistics Management

• Responsible for the organization, management, and continuous optimization of all warehouse operations.
• Ensure the efficient receipt, storage, picking, and dispatch of goods.
• Monitor inventory levels and plan and conduct stock audits and physical inventories.
• Ensure accurate inventory management and record maintenance within the ERP/Warehouse Management System.
• Ensure the compliant storage and handling of hazardous materials.

Production and Filling Operations Coordination

• Plan, coordinate, and oversee filling and packaging operations.
• Ensure compliance with manufacturing instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and quality standards.
• Verify proper product labeling and packaging in accordance with regulatory and company requirements.
• Manage workforce allocation and resource planning across warehouse and filling operations.

Team Leadership and Development

• Provide both disciplinary and functional leadership to the warehouse and production team.
• Plan workforce deployment and capacity requirements.
• Organize, conduct, and follow up on employee training and safety briefings.
• Promote the professional and personal development of team members.
• Conduct performance reviews, development discussions, and employee meetings.

Hazardous Materials and Safety Management

• Ensure compliance with all relevant legal regulations and internal guidelines, including hazardous substances, occupational health and safety, transport, and environmental protection requirements.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and implement appropriate corrective and preventive measures to maintain a safe working environment.

Quality Management

• Ensure compliance with GMP, GDP, and ISO standards.
• Maintain complete and accurate documentation of all warehouse and filling processes.
• Support internal and external audits and ensure timely implementation of corrective actions where required.

Profile

• Completed technical, chemical, or commercial vocational training, supplemented by further education such as Master Craftsman (Meister), Specialist (Fachwirt), Technician, or an equivalent qualification.
• Several years of professional experience in a warehouse, logistics, or production environment, preferably within the chemical or pharmaceutical industry.
• Proven experience in leading and developing employees is desirable.
• Experience with filling, packaging, and manufacturing processes.
• Sound knowledge of hazardous materials regulations, occupational health and safety, and warehouse logistics.
• Proficiency in ERP and warehouse management systems.
• Strong sense of responsibility, accountability, and decision-making ability.
• Structured, solution-oriented working style combined with strong implementation and leadership skills.
• Good written and spoken English skills.