Outbound Operations Lead, Distribution Center

PEOPLE; Rovigo; In loco; EUR 65.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

PEOPLE is seeking an Outbound Department Manager for a new logistics site in Italy's Rovigo area. You will lead the Outbound Operations team, ensuring efficiency, productivity and adherence to cost targets within the Distribution Center.

Reporting to the Operation Manager, you will coordinate with Transport, Replenishment and Loading, monitor KPIs and budgets, and develop staff through training while maintaining safe, compliant operations.

Competenze

• Degree or Diploma in Logistics, Engineering, Business Administration, or related fields.
• Proven experience managing warehouse/outbound operations.
• 5–7 years leading operational teams.
• Strong knowledge of outbound processes, including picking, loading and transport coordination.
• Experience with KPI monitoring, budgeting, and cost control.
• Proficient with IT tools and WMS, and a working knowledge of English (B1/B2).

Mansioni

• Coordinate and oversee all Outbound operations, ensuring an efficient flow of goods from the Distribution Center to stores and customers.
• Ensure the correct execution of picking, wrapping, consolidation, and loading activities according to operational standards.
• Collaborate closely with Transport, Replenishment, Consolidation, Wrapping, and Loading departments to optimize operational performance.
• Monitor and improve picking flows, pallet optimization, and loading efficiency to maximize space utilization and transport productivity.
• Ensure timely transport bookings and effective coordination of outbound shipments.
• Plan and allocate resources across departments according to operational needs and productivity targets.
• Monitor operational KPIs, departmental costs, and budgets, driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure the correct storage and handling of products in compliance with company standards and procedures; promote effective two-way communication between management, Team Leaders, and operational staff.
• Lead, motivate, and develop Team Leaders and operational staff, supporting their professional growth through training and development activities.
• Ensure a safe, efficient, and positive work environment aligned with company values and operational excellence standards.
• Foster collaboration and best-practice sharing across functions, departments, and Distribution Centers.

Conoscenze

Outbound logistics

Team leadership

Performance analysis

Budget management

WMS familiarity

English communication

Formazione

Degree or Diploma in Logistics/Engineering/Business Administration

Strumenti

Warehouse Management System (WMS)

Descrizione del lavoro

PEOPLE is seeking an Outbound Department Manager for a new logistics site in Italy's Rovigo area. You will lead the Outbound Operations team, ensuring efficiency, productivity and adherence to cost targets within the Distribution Center.

Reporting to the Operation Manager, you will coordinate with Transport, Replenishment and Loading, monitor KPIs and budgets, and develop staff through training while maintaining safe, compliant operations.