Operations Manager - Contract Logistics

Kuehne + Nagel; Veghel; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for professional development

Advanced benefits from a global market leader

Job summary

Kuehne + Nagel is looking for an Operations Manager for their warehouse in Veghel. In this role, you will lead the daily warehouse operations, manage a team of around 25 employees, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational performance.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree and demonstrated experience in the logistics sector, with strong knowledge of Lean principles. Fluency in Dutch and English is essential. Join a global leader and be part of a company that values your input.

Qualifications

• Proven first successful experience in a warehouse or logistics environment.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement and Lean principles.
• Fluency in Dutch and English.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop daily warehouse operations.
• Manage and optimize warehouse performance focusing on safety, quality, and productivity.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement.

Skills

Warehouse operations management

Lean principles

People management

Analytical mindset

Education

Bachelor’s (HBO) level or equivalent

Job description

It's more than a job

For our warehouse in Veghel, of approximately 25 employees, we are looking for an Operations Manager - Contract Logistics who enjoys being close to the shop floor and plays a key role in strengthening operational performance and continuous improvement.

As part of the Contract Logistics team at Kuehne+Nagel, you will play a key role in designing, managing, and optimizing solutions that keep goods moving efficiently. Whether you’re leading a team, engineering processes, or driving projects, your work ensures that our customers’ products are stored, handled, and delivered with precision. From everyday essentials to seasonal items, what we do in Contract Logistics impacts businesses and communities around the world.

How you create impact

In this role, you are accountable for leading the daily warehouse operation, developing your team, and continuously improving processes to ensure a safe, efficient, and high-performing operation.

• Manage and continuously optimize daily warehouse operations with a focus on safety, quality, productivity, cost, and throughput.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of approximately 25 warehouse employees.
• Drive and embed a Lean and continuous improvement culture, including daily performance stand-ups and structured problem-solving.
• Identify, initiate, and implement improvement actions to enhance operational performance.
• Monitor operational KPIs and translate results into clear actions and performance insights.
• Ensure logistics activities are executed in line with customer agreements and operational standards.
• Work closely with the Site Manager and the local management team to ensure a stable and high-performing operation.

What we would like you to bring

• Bachelor’s (HBO) level or equivalent experience.
• A proven first successful experience in a warehouse or logistics environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of continuous improvement and Lean principles, such as performance stand-ups, standard work, and basic problem-solving methods.
• Strong interest in people management and operational excellence.
• Hands-on, proactive, and eager to further develop leadership skills.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to work with performance data and KPIs.
• You are fluent in both Dutch and English.

What's in it for you

At Kuehne + Nagel you can demonstrate your personal and professional attributes. And you will have countless opportunities for further development. Benefit from the comprehensive offers provided by a global market leader and contribute your ideas on how we can continue to get a little better every day. You can be sure: Your opinion counts.