Assistant Supervisor

Arvato; Puttershoek; On-site; EUR 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company laptop

Company phone

Travel allowance

Gym discounts

Bicycle plan

25 vacation days

Job summary

Arvato is seeking an hands-on Assistant Supervisor in Puttershoek to drive daily warehouse operations in a highly automated facility. You will coordinate activities, lead a 20–30 person team, and maintain an overview of processes and priorities on the floor, reporting to the Supervisor and collaborating with Workforce.

The role requires 1 year in logistics, experience with WMS/ERP (e.g., SAP), and strong English skills.

Qualifications

• MBO level or equivalent education.
• 1 year of experience in logistics.
• Experience with WMS/ERP systems (e.g. SAP) and Excel.
• Good command of English.
• Willingness to work in shifts.
• Strong coordination and helicopter view.
• Proactive and continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily warehouse activities and assign work.
• Lead, coach, and motivate a 20–30 person team.
• Create and adjust daily planning based on volumes and staffing.
• Monitor KPIs and act on deviations.
• Prepare daily reports and share insights with the Supervisor.

Skills

Leadership

Team coordination

English language

Problem solving

Education

MBO level or similar

1 year logistics experience

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Ready for the next step in your logistics career? Looking for more responsibility in a highly automated warehouse where you can truly make an impact?

As an Assistant Supervisor in Puttershoek, you play a key role in the daily operation of one of the most modern and automated logistics centers in Europe. You are the link between your team and the Supervisor, ensuring processes run smoothly and performance stays on track.

You’ll work in a dynamic, international environment where systems, data, and continuous improvement are central. This is a role where you combine leadership with hands‑on operational control.

YOUR ROLE

As an Assistant Supervisor, you are co-responsible for the daily warehouse operation. You ensure your team performs, processes run smoothly, and priorities are clear throughout the shift.

Your responsibilities:

• Coordinate daily warehouse activities and divide work during daily stand‑ups;
• Lead, coach, and motivate a team of 20–30 warehouse employees and line leads;
• Create and adjust daily planning based on volumes, staffing, and priorities;
• Monitor KPIs such as productivity, quality, and output, and act on deviations;
• Prepare daily reports (e.g. volumes, inbound/outbound flow) and share insights with the Supervisor.

You act as the operational point of contact on the floor and maintain a strong helicopter view across processes, people, and priorities. You report to the Supervisor and work closely with Workforce and other operational departments.

You work in shifts (morning and evening). In busy periods, you may also work on Saturdays. A few times per year, night shifts can be needed for a short period. You will get extra pay for shifts. You will receive a shift allowance.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

Experience matters. But at Arvato, your development doesn’t stop. In this role, you’ll work in a highly automated and innovative warehouse environment where ownership and continuous improvement are key.

Through our extensive learning center and targeted training programs, you’ll have the opportunity to develop yourself further, both professionally and personally.

In addition, we offer:

• A gross monthly salary between €2,607and €3,349 based on a 40-hour work week, depending on your experience;
• Time-for-Time arrangement;
• 25 vacation days (based on a 40-hour work week);
• Additional leave options: purchase up to one extra week of vacation and receive 3 additional "healthy days";
• Company laptop and phone, also available for personal use;
• Travel allowance;
• Employee benefits and discounts, including gym discounts and a bicycle plan;
• Active staff association with team activities.

You will start with a temporary contract with the prospect of a permanent position.

For this position, it is required that you are legally permitted to work in the Netherlands at the time of application.

YOUR PROFILE

We are looking for a hands‑on Assistant Supervisor who wants to grow within a professional, fast‑paced, and technology‑driven logistics environment.

• MBO level or similar working and thinking level;
• At least 1 year of experience in a similar role within logistics;
• Experience in a warehouse or production environment;
• Experience with WMS/ERP systems (e.g. SAP) and Excel;
• Good command of the English language;
• Willing to work in shifts;
• Strong coordination skills and the ability to maintain overview (helicopter view);
• Proactive, decisive, and focused on continuous improvement.

WHAT’S NEXT

Our recruitment process is fast and straightforward:

• Telephone screening with the recruiter;
• First interview on-site;
• Second interview;
• Quick feedback.

Arvato is an employer where equal opportunities are central. We assess candidates based on talent and motivation.