Global 3PL Operations Lead - Data Center Logistics

Jobgether; Netherlands; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Career development

Hybrid working model

International exposure

Travel to sites

Job summary

Partner Company, based in the Netherlands, is seeking an experienced 3PL Operations Manager to oversee external warehouses and a network of logistics providers. You will own performance, standards, inventory accuracy, and logistics costs while coordinating cross‑functional activities across data centers and security teams.

Ideal candidates have leadership experience in international logistics, a hands‑on approach, and a track record of driving continuous improvement in fast‑moving environments.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in third‑party logistics and international warehouse operations.
• Ability to manage SLAs, budgets, and partner performance with minimal direct authority.
• Strong knowledge of end‑to‑end warehouse processes and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee an international 3PL network across EMEA, US, and APAC.
• Lead contract management, SLAs, and quarterly business reviews with partners.
• Establish SOPs for receiving, put‑away, storage, picking, packing, and dispatch.
• Monitor KPIs, investigate incidents, and drive corrective actions.
• Coordinate inventory accuracy, cycle counts, and audits (SOX‑related where relevant).
• Align inbound/outbound planning with logistics, transport, and data center teams.
• Ensure accurate data exchange between external providers and ERP/WMS.
• Own 3PL budget, validate invoices, and identify cost savings opportunities.
• Develop and optimise the external warehouse network and onboarding.

Skills

3PL/logistics

Warehouse operations

Inventory control

WMS/ERP

Budgeting & cost control

Cross-functional collaboration

Leadership

Problem solving

International logistics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics

Tools

WMS

ERP

Data analytics

Job description

Partner Company, based in the Netherlands, is seeking an experienced 3PL Operations Manager to oversee external warehouses and a network of logistics providers. You will own performance, standards, inventory accuracy, and logistics costs while coordinating cross‑functional activities across data centers and security teams.

Ideal candidates have leadership experience in international logistics, a hands‑on approach, and a track record of driving continuous improvement in fast‑moving environments.