Operational Excellence & Automation Lead

Bleckmann; Netherlands; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Bleckmann is seeking a Process & Operational Excellence Lead to drive continuous improvement and onsite automation ramp-up within a dynamic logistics environment. The role combines process optimization with hands-on implementation support across operations, IT, and customer service.

Ideal candidates will have Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification (or willingness to obtain), a background in warehouse automation, and experience with WMS like Manhattan. English and Dutch fluency is required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field.
• 3–7 years of experience in automation, process improvement, or operational roles within logistics, warehousing, or e-commerce.
• Hands-on experience in warehouse operations, order fulfillment, and last-mile logistics.
• Fluent in English and Dutch, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives with automation and cross-functional teams.
• Support onsite automation testing, commissioning, and ramp-up.
• Develop best practices for automation technologies and operational processes.
• Deliver training to operators for ramp-up readiness and efficiency.
• Create and maintain documentation and training materials for future implementations.
• Handover to local operations after ramp-up targets are met.

Skills

Lean

Six Sigma

Kaizen

Hands-on leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Degree in Supply Chain/Logistics or related field

Tools

Manhattan WMS

ASRS systems

Excel

Power BI

SQL

Job description

Bleckmann is seeking a Process & Operational Excellence Lead to drive continuous improvement and onsite automation ramp-up within a dynamic logistics environment. The role combines process optimization with hands-on implementation support across operations, IT, and customer service.

Ideal candidates will have Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification (or willingness to obtain), a background in warehouse automation, and experience with WMS like Manhattan. English and Dutch fluency is required.