Logistics Operations Manager

AB InBev; Valkenswaard; On-site; EUR 133,000 - 187,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Benefits programme for work-life

Total 44 days leave

Parental leave benefits

Learning & development opportunities

Job summary

AB InBev is seeking a Logistics Operations Manager - Transport & Warehousing to drive performance across domestic and international flows. You will work with 3PL partners and internal teams to ensure efficient daily operations, strong service levels, and cost control.

The role combines hands-on operations with data-driven improvements, stakeholder collaboration, and budget responsibility of several million USD. Fluency in English is required; Dutch is a plus.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent practical experience in a relevant field.
• Around 3 years of experience in logistics or international supply chain.
• Strong understanding of transport, warehousing, repacking and international logistics flows.
• Excellent analytical skills with data-driven improvement mindset.
• Experience with external logistics partners and internal stakeholders across locations.
• Hands-on problem-solving with ability to manage multiple priorities and escalations.
• Experience with SAP, TMS, WMS and strong Excel skills.
• Fluency in English; Dutch is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own logistics performance across transport and warehousing for efficient operations.
• Lead monthly performance reviews with 3PL partners on safety, quality, KPIs and costs.
• Monitor transport/warehouse performance and drive improvement actions.
• Be SPOC for Prague team, breweries, domestic teams and DCs.
• Manage escalations in shuttle ops, deliveries and container flows.
• Oversee capacity planning, stock projections and reverse logistics.
• Support onboarding and optimization of 3PL partners and setups.
• Validate 3PL, transport, warehousing and D&D invoices.

Skills

Analytical skills

English fluency

Stakeholder collaboration

Dutch language (nice to have)

Education

Master's degree or equivalent practical experience

Tools

SAP

TMS

WMS

Excel

Job description

Seniority Level: Associate

#Dream Big

Logistics Operations Manager - Transport & Warehousing

Do you enjoy keeping logistics operations running smoothly, solving challenges, and finding smarter ways of working? Are you comfortable working with external partners, analysing performance, and turning data into real improvements?

At AB InBev, we're looking for a Logistics Operations Manager - Transport & Warehousing to drive the performance of our transport and warehouse operations across domestic and international flows.

In this role, you'll work closely with our third-party logistics (3PL) partners and internal teams to ensure efficient daily operations, strong service levels, cost control, and continuous improvement. From resolving operational issues to managing a multimillion-dollar budget and leading improvement projects, you'll have the opportunity to make a tangible impact on our supply chain.

If you enjoy combining hands-on operational management with analytical thinking and stakeholder collaboration, this could be the next step for you.

What will you do

You'll take ownership of logistics performance across transport and warehousing, working with our partners and internal teams to keep goods moving efficiently and continuously improve the way we operate.

Drive operational performance and manage partnerships

• Lead monthly performance reviews with our main third-party logistics (3PL) partners, covering safety, quality, KPIs, and financial performance.
• Monitor transport and warehouse performance, identify improvement opportunities, and follow up on operational issues.
• Act as the main operational point of contact for our Prague team, breweries, domestic teams, and distribution centres.
• Manage escalations related to shuttle operations, deliveries, and container flows, ensuring issues are resolved quickly and effectively.
• Support the onboarding and optimisation of 3PL partners and logistics setups.

Keep transport and warehouse operations running smoothly

• Oversee warehouse capacity and utilisation, stock projections, and the reverse logistics of empty containers.
• Manage asset and inventory processes, including stock counts, stock accuracy, and materials such as pallets, thermal blankets, and dunnage.
• Develop operational and tactical capacity plans based on volume forecasts.
• Ensure efficient coordination between transport, warehouses, breweries, and distribution centres.

Manage costs and drive continuous improvement

• Validate invoices related to 3PL services, transport, warehousing, and demurrage & detention (D&D).
• Manage a logistics budget of approximately USD 10-15 million, ensuring cost control and financial accuracy.
• Identify and lead improvement projects, including warehouse layout optimisation, repacking setups, WPS initiatives, and CO2 reduction.
• Act as the single point of contact (SPOC) for 3PLEX, DPO, and LCP audits.

Who are you

You're a proactive, hands-on logistics professional who enjoys taking ownership and bringing people together to solve problems. You can move comfortably between day-to-day operational challenges and the bigger picture, using data and collaboration to improve performance.

Ideally, you bring:

• A master's degree or equivalent practical experience, with around 3 years of experience in logistics or international supply chain.
• A good understanding of transport, warehousing, repacking, and international logistics flows.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to use KPIs and data to identify issues and drive improvements.
• Experience working with external logistics partners and internal stakeholders across different teams or locations.
• A practical, solution-oriented mindset, with the confidence to manage multiple priorities and handle operational escalations.
• Experience with SAP, transport management systems (TMS), warehouse management systems (WMS), and strong Excel skills.
• Fluency in English; Dutch is a plus.

You don't need to have experience in every aspect of the role. What matters most is your understanding of logistics operations, your ability to take initiative, and your motivation to make processes work better.

In addition to a competitive base salary, we put our people first by offering best-in-class benefits.

• Competitive annual bonus
• A personalised benefits programme designed to support work-life balance, including options for a bike, commuting costs, fitness, and more.
• Additional compensation and extra days off (a total of 44 days)
• Unique parental leave benefits
• Learning and development opportunities (LinkedIn Learning, Workday Learning, and mentoring)

Build your career with us

We recruit for mindset, ambition, and cultural fit.

Unique culture

We are proud to be part of something bigger than ourselves and are passionate about building upon our company's long legacy.We believe in collaboration and candor, which results in a dynamic culture with open communication.

Brands everyone loves

We are part of the collective, global history of beer. We are the proud makers of more than 500 iconic brands, from beloved international classics to local favorites.

Growth opportunities

Our people grow at the pace of their talent. We empower our people to learn, expand their perspectives, and unlock career growth. In an environment where commitment to excellence pays off, our people are able to deepen their impact and create a long-lasting legacy.

Ready to make an impact?

If you're passionate about logistics, enjoy working with partners, and like turning operational challenges into improvements, we'd love to hear from you.

Join AB InBev and help us make our transport and warehouse operations smarter, more efficient, and ready for what's next.

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