Operations Team Lead

GXO Logistics, Inc.; Lelystad; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

GXO Logistics in Lelystad is launching a brand-new site and seeks an Operations Team Leader who can coach and develop a high-performing team. You will drive KPI delivery, safety culture, and continuous improvement using Lean, 5S and Kaizen, while coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure a smooth startup.

Fluent English is required; this full-time role offers Monday–Friday 40 hours and a dynamic start-up environment with room to grow within a global logistics leader.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Team Leader within logistics, warehousing, distribution or manufacturing.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage at all levels.
• Hands‑on and enthusiastic leadership style with ownership mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop team members through coaching and training.
• Take ownership of operational performance and KPI achievement.
• Assign tasks and monitor progress to ensure quality and productivity.
• Create a positive, safe working environment for the team.
• Champion Lean, 5S and Kaizen for continuous improvement.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Problem solving

SAP

Excel

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Team Leader – Operations - New Site Launch, Lelystad.

Full-time, Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, supporting a leading global technology brand.

Why this role matters

Are you a passionate people leader who thrives on bringing out the best in others? Do you want to play a key role in launching a brand-new operation for a leading global technology brand?

We're recruiting an Operations Team Leader for our new site in Lelystad, offering a fantastic opportunity to be part of an exciting start-up environment where no two days are the same and your impact will be visible from day one.

Whether you're an experienced Team Leader looking for your next challenge or you've been supporting a team and are ready to take the next step into leadership, we'd love to hear from you. Previous experience within logistics, warehousing, production or manufacturing is essential.

You’ll be responsible for inspiring, coaching and developing your team while driving operational excellence and continuous improvement through Lean, 5S and Kaizen methodologies.

Supporting one of our key customers within the technology sector, you’ll report directly to the Warehouse Manager and play a vital role in creating a high-performing, engaged and customer-focused operation. You’ll keep daily activities running smoothly, ensure performance targets are met and provide your team with the guidance and support they need to succeed.

For this role, you’ll need to be fluent in English and, even better, you’ll enjoy a great work-life balance with a Monday to Friday schedule, working 40 hours per week.

What's In It For You

• A full-time position within an exciting, fast-paced and growing operation
• The opportunity to be part of a brand-new site launch and help shape its future success
• A challenging role where you’ll have real influence and responsibility
• An inclusive working environment that values diversity, equity and belonging
• Access to GXO University to support your personal and professional development
• Opportunities to grow your career within a leading global logistics business
• Freedom to bring forward ideas and drive positive change

How You'll Make An Impact

• Lead, motivate and develop team members through coaching, support and training
• Take ownership of operational performance and achievement of all KPIs
• Assign tasks and monitor progress to ensure quality, productivity and accuracy targets are achieved
• Create a positive, engaged and safe working environment where team members can thrive
• Manage employee relations matters professionally and implement corrective actions when required
• Champion a strong Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) culture across the operation
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, 5S and Kaizen methodologies
• Support site start-up activities and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure a successful launch
• Make recommendations regarding recruitment, performance management, promotions and development opportunities
• Build strong relationships with internal and external customers
• Plan resourcing effectively and organise workloads to meet operational demands
• Promote compliance with agency standards and company procedures
• Ensure departmental processes are accurately documented and continuously reviewed
• Train and develop team members to maintain high standards of operational knowledge and capability

What You'll Bring To GXO

• Experience as a Team Leader, or experience supporting team leadership, within logistics, warehousing, distribution, manufacturing or a similar operational environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and influence people at all levels
• A positive, hands‑on and enthusiastic leadership style
• The ability to make decisions, solve problems and take ownership in a fast‑paced environment
• A flexible approach and a willingness to embrace change and continuous improvement
• Good working knowledge of SAP and Excel

Unlock the potential of your future

Your work environment

Working at GXO Logistics means working in a dynamic and international organization. A fascinating environment with plenty of room for personal input and development. Employees at GXO Logistics are in charge of their own success. Whatever your position at GXO Logistics, you will face new challenges every day, enabling you to continuously develop and grow. We support your development so that you can contribute to the entrepreneurship of our organisation.

Want to know more about GXO Logistics?

Watch the video below or visit our website: www.gxo.com

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3P7NC8gl3bg

Ready to help launch a brand-new site and lead a team from day one? Join us at GXO in Lelystad.

GXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work. GXO is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate, support and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We believe that diversity and inclusion in our business is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. We are an Armed Forces friendly organisation and Disability Confident Leader as part of the Disability Confident Scheme (GIS) and actively welcome applications from people with disabilities.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Review GXO's candidate privacy statement here.