Station Manager

World Courier; Düsseldorf; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

World Courier Deutschland GmbH in Sindelfingen is seeking a Station Manager to lead our facility, oversee operations, and drive performance across the site. You will manage local operations, coach and develop the team, and ensure adherence to quality and safety standards.

The role requires strong German and English communication, proven operations management experience in pharma/logistics, and the ability to collaborate with contractors, regulators, and internal stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Commitment to compliance with quality standards and safety regulations.
• Ability to work independently and make informed decisions on operational procedures.

Responsibilities

• Leadership & Team Development: Schedule and conduct regular team meetings, training, and coaching to foster a high-performance culture.
• Process Optimization: Analyze and document operational processes, identifying and implementing solutions that enhance efficiency.
• Reporting & Analysis: Prepare and analyse performance reports to drive informed decision-making within the department.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and ISO 1401 standards and integrate new regulations into operational procedures.
• Collaboration & Relationships: Build and maintain strong relationships with contractors, transporters, and regulatory agencies to ensure seamless operations.
• Problem Solving: Proactively address complex operational challenges and advise the Country Manager on necessary improvements.
• Station Management Activities: Serve as the primary point of contact for our landlord and vendors, while ensuring the effective maintenance and management of the facility.

Skills

German language fluency

English language skills

Operations management

Analytical thinking

Independent decision making

Job description

Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures, and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver on that purpose. If you want to make a difference at the center of health, come join our innovative company and help us improve the lives of people and animals everywhere.

Job Details

At World Courier, our team members are the heartbeat of our mission to create healthier futures for people and animals alike. We invite you to be part of our innovative company, where your contributions will directly impact lives around the globe. If you’re driven by purpose and ready to make a difference in the health sector, we want you on our team!

We are seeking a Station Manager to lead our dedicated team in our facility in Sindelfingen. The Station Manager is responsible for the leadership of the office, managing operational activities and ensuring seamless coordination between all areas of the corporation. This role requires a focus on achieving operational income-goals, optimizing operational quality, maintenance of the facility and fostering a motivated and high-performing team. You will have responsibility for the local operations, and people management adhering to local and corporate guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Leadership & Team Development: Schedule and conduct regular team meetings, training, and coaching to foster a high-performance culture. Provide regular feedback to your team members and take accountability for team performance
• Process Optimization: Analyses and document operational processes, identifying and implementing solutions that enhance efficiency
• Reporting & Analysis: Prepare and analyse performance reports to drive informed decision-making within the department
• Quality Assurance: Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and ISO 1401 standards and integrate new regulations into operational procedures
• Collaboration & Relationships: Build and maintain strong relationships with contractors, transporters, and regulatory agencies to ensure seamless operations
• Problem Solving: Proactively address complex operational challenges and advise the Country Manager on necessary improvements
• Station Management Activities: Serve as the primary point of contact for our landlord and vendors, while ensuring the effective maintenance and management of the facility.

Requirements

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Commitment to compliance with quality standards and safety regulations
• Ability to work independently and make informed decisions on operational procedures

Minimum Skills Required

• Fluency in German and strong command of English, with strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proven experience in operations management, ideally in the pharmaceutical or logistics sector

Pay range

60,000 - 80,000 EUR

What Cencora offers

Benefit offerings outside the US may vary by country and will be aligned to local market practice. The eligibility and effective date may differ for some benefits and for team members covered under collective bargaining agreements.

Full time

Affiliated Companies

Affiliated Companies: World Courier (Deutschland) GmbH

Equal Employment Opportunity

Cencora is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or membership in any other class protected by federal, state or local law. The company’s continued success depends on the full and effective utilization of qualified individuals. Therefore, harassment is prohibited and all matters related to recruiting, training, compensation, benefits, promotions and transfers comply with equal opportunity principles and are non-discriminatory. Cencora is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the employment process which are consistent with legal requirements. If you wish to request an accommodation while seeking employment, please call 888.692.2272 or email [e-mail]. We will make accommodation determinations on a request-by-request basis. Messages and emails regarding anything other than accommodations requests will not be returned.