Lead, Site Ops - Automated Cold Storage (Spain)

NewCold; Madrid; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive work environment

Professional growth opportunities

Commitment to employee well-being

Job summary

A global logistics leader is seeking a Site Operations Manager for its new automated cold store in Noblejas, Spain. This role involves leading daily operations, managing budgets, and creating a high-performance team. Candidates should have experience in automated warehouse settings and be fluent in both Spanish and English. This position offers the opportunity for professional growth in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in high-automation or AS/RS warehouse environments.
• Proven ability to lead through construction and ramp-up in a new-site environment.
• Comfortable managing operational budgets and financial KPIs.
• Skilled at hiring and developing multidisciplinary teams.
• Able to operate strategically while using data for decision-making.
• Thrives in a fast-growth, technology-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily site operations ensuring alignment with customer requirements.
• Manage the site's operational budget and analyze variances.
• Achieve KPIs, SLAs and cost targets while implementing improvement actions.
• Ensure a best-in-class safety culture and maintain strong food safety standards.
• Build and develop a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Automation-savvy operations leader

People builder & Culture shaper

Hands-on & Analytical

Fluent in Spanish and English

Tools

WMS

Power BI

Job description

A global logistics leader is seeking a Site Operations Manager for its new automated cold store in Noblejas, Spain. This role involves leading daily operations, managing budgets, and creating a high-performance team. Candidates should have experience in automated warehouse settings and be fluent in both Spanish and English. This position offers the opportunity for professional growth in a dynamic environment.