Crisis Operations Lead & Logistics Coordinator

People For People; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

MacBook for professional use

Hot lunches and barista coffee

Office-based role in Amsterdam

Job summary

People for People is seeking an Operations Lead to manage warehouse operations, supply chain, and project logistics in the Netherlands and internationally. You will build lean processes, manage volunteers, and work closely with leadership to shape strategic roadmaps while delivering rapid, decisive crisis relief.

The role blends hands-on execution with strategic oversight within a fast-moving NGO, offering meaningful impact and opportunities to scale operations across multiple campaigns and

Qualifications

• Fluent in English with professional working proficiency in Dutch.
• Strong operations, warehouse and supply chain management background.
• Experience leading teams and coordinating volunteers in fast-paced environments.
• Proven ability to implement processes and SOPs.
• Data-driven mindset with capacity planning and cost awareness.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day warehouse operations in Amsterdam.
• Lead floor management and guide volunteers to ensure safe, motivated workflows.
• Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments and liaise with partners.
• Develop and refine SOPs; manage inventory and data tracking.
• Lead from the front in crisis relief and ensure timely communications.

Skills

English

Dutch (professional proficiency)

Operational leadership

Project management

People leadership

Tools

Trello

Excel

Job description

People for People is seeking an Operations Lead to manage warehouse operations, supply chain, and project logistics in the Netherlands and internationally. You will build lean processes, manage volunteers, and work closely with leadership to shape strategic roadmaps while delivering rapid, decisive crisis relief.

The role blends hands-on execution with strategic oversight within a fast-moving NGO, offering meaningful impact and opportunities to scale operations across multiple campaigns and