Logistics Team Lead

Avery Dennison; Almere; On-site; EUR 48,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Fund

Holiday Allowance

End-of-Year Bonus

Birth and parental leave

Commuting reimbursement

Free parking

Individual development program

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Avery Dennison in Almere, Netherlands seeks a proactive Logistics / Warehouse Operations Leader to oversee daily on-site operations, ensure SLA compliance and safety.

You will mentor the logistics team, drive lean improvements, partner with customer service and external carriers, and safeguard inventory integrity through regular cycle counts and controls. The role also offers development opportunities, competitive compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in logistics, warehouse operations, or supply chain management.
• Solid working knowledge of ERP systems and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• Strong analytical ability to interpret operational metrics and drive optimization.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to direct teams and stakeholders.
• Proactive, lean mindset with continuous improvement focus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day warehouse and logistics operations on-site, ensure SLA compliance and safety.
• Lead, mentor, and grow the logistics team, promoting collaboration.
• Monitor KPIs, drive process improvements, and eliminate bottlenecks using lean principles.
• Partner with customer service, supply chain, and transport partners to optimize freight and inventory flow.
• Manage inventory integrity through cycle counts and control procedures.

Skills

Leadership experience

ERP/WMS knowledge

Analytical ability

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Tools

ERP systems

WMS

Job description

• Compensation: EUR 48020 - EUR 76832 - yearly

Job Description

• Oversee day-to-day warehouse and logistics operations in an on-site capacity to ensure compliance with service level agreements and safety standards.
• Lead, mentor, and foster the professional growth of the logistics team while promoting a collaborative team culture.
• Monitor key performance metrics, implement process improvements, and eliminate operational bottlenecks using lean principles.
• Partner with customer service, supply chain, and external transportation partners to optimize freight efficiency and inventory flow.
• Manage warehouse inventory integrity through rigorous cycle counting and inventory control procedures.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in logistics, warehouse operations, or supply chain management.
• Solid working knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• Strong analytical ability to interpret operational performance metrics and drive process optimization.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to direct teams and engage effectively with internal/external stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving aptitude with a proactive mindset in driving lean and continuous improvement initiatives.

Additional Information

Here's a glimpse of the great benefits you can expect:

• Pension Fund: Secure your financial future with our comprehensive PGB pension plan.
• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a Holiday Allowance and an End-of-Year Bonus on top of your salary.
• Family-Friendly Leave: We offer birth and parental leave in line with Dutch labor law.
• Commuting: Choose between car (limited to 80km per day) or public transport reimbursement. In case you are travelling to work by car, we offer free parking.
• Invest in Your Growth: Benefit from individual development scheme and customized training programs designed for your success.
• Community Engagement: Opportunities to participate in volunteer activities to support Non-Profit Organizations.

Why join Avery Dennison

We are a global materials science and digital identification solutions company with locations in over 50 countries, and approximately 35,000 employees worldwide. As a science and innovation company, we believe that diverse teams are stronger teams. We are committed to fostering a culture of curiosity and courage, where you can grow your career with a company that has innovation in its DNA. Founded on creating real-world impact to enable a better future, we strive to provide an open, collaborative culture where diversity of thought is encouraged and respected. Hear from our employees about what it's like working at Avery Dennison. Learn more at www.averydennison.com . Our Lille site, founded in 2008, is a collaborative and dynamic environment that supports our Apparel, AD Smartrac and Identification Solutions and employs approximately 44 talented individuals. Here, we offer RFID solutions (inlays and tags), embellishment solutions, data management and identification solutions as well as productivity software applications to the apparel, food and grocery, logistics, beauty, pharmaceuticals and general retail industries for world-class brands. Key functions at this site include sales, product development, MDM, business development, customer service, project management and field technical service. We offer diverse career paths and amazing growth opportunities!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Avery Dennison is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to a disability, please contact us to request an accommodation at [emailprotected] . In the EMEA region, we foster an inclusive culture through active Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) like Elevate, Unite, and our Mental Health group. Please visit our DE&I page to learn more about our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion approach.

Pay Transparency Statement

Salary Range: 48,020 - 76,832 EUR

The hiring base salary range above represents what Avery Dennison reasonably expects to pay for this position as of the date of this posting. Actual salaries will vary within the range, and in some circumstances may be above or below the range, based on various factors including but not limited to a candidate’s relevant skills, experience, education and training, and location, as well as the job scope and complexity, responsibilities, and regular and/or necessary travel required for the position, which may change depending on the candidate pool. Avery Dennison reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.