Warehousing and Distribution Leader (m/f/d)

KLA; Dresden; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days vacation per year

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Company pension scheme

Permanent employment contract

Flexible working hours

Job summary

KLA is seeking a Warehousing and Distribution Leader based in Germany to manage regional warehousing operations across Europe. You will lead day‑to‑day activities, drive optimization, and partner with 3PLs, internal teams, and automation providers to meet service and cost targets.

The role requires 10–15 years in warehousing/logistics, fluent German and English, and willingness to travel within the EU. A Bachelor’s in SCM/Logistics or related field is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in SCM/Logistics/Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 10–15 years in warehousing, distribution, and logistics operations.
• Proficient in German and English at professional/native level.
• Experience managing 3PLs with KPI governance and service levels.
• Participation in warehouse design, startups, automation, and readiness projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee ongoing warehouse operations for Service Distribution Centers in Europe.
• Lead performance improvements for service, safety, quality, inventory accuracy and costs.
• Represent warehousing needs in new facility projects and automation initiatives.
• Collaborate with facilities, engineering, 3PLs, and internal logistics teams on layout and operations.
• Drive warehouse automation and Mega‑Hub optimization opportunities.
• Develop reporting and KPIs; review 3PL performance and drive corrective actions.
• Travel within the EU to supervise sites, audits and governance.

Skills

3PL management

KPI governance

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

German fluency

English fluency

Travel willingness

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor's in SCM/Logistics/Industrial Eng

Related discipline experience

Tools

SAP ERP

WMS

TMS

Warehouse automation platforms

Analytics tools

Job description

Company Overview KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop, smartphone, wearable device, voice‑controlled gadget, flexible screen, VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration, research and development. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem‑solvers work together with the world’s leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow’s electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

We are seeking a Warehousing and Distribution Leader (m/f/d) based in Germany to support and manage regional warehousing operations for KLA Service Distribution Center(s) across Europe. This role combines hands‑on operational leadership with project participation in the design, readiness, implementation, and continuous improvement of warehouse capabilities, including automation solutions and Mega‑Hub opportunities. The successful candidate will manage day‑to‑day warehouse performance, partner closely with 3PLs and internal stakeholders, represent warehousing requirements in new facility projects, and ensure operations meet KLA standards for service, quality, compliance, safety, and cost efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage ongoing warehouse operational activities for Service Distribution Center(s), including inbound, outbound, inventory management, order fulfillment, reverse logistics, and distribution execution.
• Provide hands‑on operational leadership to ensure warehouse performance meets service, quality, safety, inventory accuracy, cost, and compliance expectations.
• Represent warehousing requirements in new warehouse construction, expansion, relocation, and automation projects, ensuring facility design supports practical operational needs.
• Partner with facilities, engineering, project teams, automation providers, 3PLs, and internal logistics stakeholders on warehouse layout, material flow, storage strategy, equipment requirements, commissioning, startup, and operational readiness.
• Support implementation and ongoing optimization of warehouse automation solutions to improve productivity, storage density, process discipline, and service performance.
• Drive continuous improvement across warehouse processes, including standard work, capacity planning, space utilization, cycle counting, dock‑to‑stock performance, pick/pack/ship accuracy, and issue resolution.
• Manage and review 3PL and warehouse service provider performance through KPIs, operational reviews, escalation management, corrective actions, and continuous improvement plans.
• Contribute to Europe Mega‑Hub optimization opportunities, including consolidation, co‑location, storage strategy, operational leverage, and improved utilization of KLA logistics assets.
• Coordinate with transportation and trade operations teams to ensure seamless regional distribution execution and alignment with Germany and EU logistics, customs, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with Parts Planning and Service teams to optimize inventory stocking strategies, warehouse replenishment, and distribution flows, ensuring high service levels, inventory availability, and customer fulfillment performance.
• Prepare operational reporting and communicate performance, risks, actions, and improvement opportunities to regional and global logistics leadership.
• Travel within the European Union as required to oversee warehouse operations, conduct site audits, and ensure compliance with KLA operational standards.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related discipline; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
• 10–15 years of experience in warehousing, distribution, transportation, and logistics operations.
• Proven proficiency in warehousing, logistics, transportation, and trade operations in Germany and the European Union.
• Hands‑on experience managing warehouse operations, including inbound, outbound, inventory accuracy, order fulfillment, and operational performance management.
• Experience managing 3PLs, warehouse operators, or outsourced logistics service providers through structured KPIs and service governance.
• Experience participating in warehouse design, startup, relocation, expansion, automation, or operational readiness projects.
• Strong understanding of warehouse layout, material flow, storage methods, process standardization, cycle counting, and capacity planning.
• Working knowledge of EU logistics regulations, cross‑border distribution, customs brokerage interfaces, and trade‑related operational requirements.
• German proficiency at professional/native level (mandatory).
• English proficiency at professional/native level (mandatory).
• Willingness and ability to travel within the European Union to support site reviews, audits, project activities, and operational governance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the semiconductor, capital equipment, electronics, high‑tech manufacturing, or field service logistics environment.
• Experience supporting Service Distribution Centers or spare parts logistics operations serving customer support organizations.
• Knowledge of SAP ERP, WMS, TMS, warehouse automation platforms, and logistics analytics tools.
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, 6S, value stream mapping, Gemba walks, or other operational excellence methodologies.
• Exposure to Mega‑Hub, co‑location, consolidation, or regional warehouse network optimization initiatives.

Why you should work for KLA

Joining KLA means becoming part of a global technology leader in the semiconductor industry, in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. We offer a supportive environment where your growth, well‑being, and contributions truly matter.

• Dynamic and future‑oriented industry at the forefront of technological innovation.
• Collaborative and supportive team.
• Access to extensive onboarding and continuous development opportunities to support your career growth.
• Permanent employment contract and long‑term career stability.
• Competitive compensation package, including additional variable compensation, participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan and company pension scheme.
• 30 days of vacation per year and flexible working hours.
• Company events, such as summer family events and Christmas celebrations.

KLA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer