Project Logistics Manager

Nestlé Health Science; Almere; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

MCO Health BV in Almere, part of the Nestlé group, is creating a highly automated nutraceutical manufacturing facility. As Project Logistics Manager, you will design, implement, and optimize end-to-end logistics, ensuring seamless material flow from inbound to production and outbound distribution.

You will lead the deployment of AGVs, ASRS, automated dosing, and IBC management, build a high-performing team, align with QA and IT, and drive GMP/GDP and food-safety compliance to support growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters in Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering or related field.
• 5–10+ years in logistics, warehousing or project management.
• Experience in regulated manufacturing (food, nutraceutical, pharma).
• Proven work with warehouse automation (AGVs/ASRS).
• Experience implementing SAP and digital logistics solutions.
• Strong leadership, change management and stakeholder skills.
• Fluent in English; Dutch is a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of the logistics operating model for the new facility.
• Ensure uninterrupted material flow from inbound to outbound distribution.
• Drive automation solutions (AGVs, ASRS, dosing, IBC management).
• Establish processes, KPIs and performance dashboards.
• Maintain inventory accuracy, traceability and audit readiness.
• Ensure GMP, GDP, Food Safety, HACCP and internal quality standards.
• Drive TPM, Lean, productivity, waste reduction and cost optimization.
• Build and develop a high-performing logistics team.
• Represent logistics during commissioning, start-up and readiness activities.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.

Skills

English fluency

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Inventory management

Logistics planning

Lean / TPM

Automation leadership

Education

Bachelor/Master degree

Tools

SAP

AGVs/ASRS

Digital logistics solutions

Job description

MCO Health BV (part of the Nestlé group) is a leading player in the field of nutritional supplements and is active in the Netherlands with advisory brands such as Orthica, Solgar, Pure and AOV. MCO is part of the Swiss-based Nestlé Nutrition & Health. MCO has set itself the goal of safeguarding optimal human health. Our dedication to good health means more than simply offering some of the most effective nutritional products. We want to help people become as healthy as possible. We do this together with our team of 120 employees, based in Almere, all of whom share an affinity with good nutrition and/or a healthy lifestyle.

We are looking for a:

Project Logistics Manager

(Full-time, 40 hours per week)

As a Project Logistics Manager, you will play a critical role in the development and successful start-up of our highly automated nutraceutical manufacturing facility in Almere. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing the end-to-end logistics operation, ensuring uninterrupted material flow from inbound receiving through production supply, warehousing, and outbound distribution.

You will lead the implementation of advanced logistics and warehouse automation technologies, including Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs), Automated Storage & Retrieval Systems (ASRS), automated dosing solutions, and Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) management processes. In addition, you will build and develop a highly efficient logistics organization that supports operational excellence, compliance, and sustainable business growth.

Working closely with Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, Quality, IT, Procurement, and external technology partners, you will ensure that logistics processes are fully integrated into the new manufacturing environment and ready to support future growth.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the creation of a future-ready factory where automation, digitalization, and continuous improvement are at the heart of daily operations. You will play a key role in establishing operational excellence, driving innovation, and enabling the successful growth of Nestlé Health Science's manufacturing capabilities in Almere.

As Project Logistics Manager, your responsibilities include:

• Leading the design and implementation of the logistics operating model for the new manufacturing facility.
• Ensuring uninterrupted material flow from inbound logistics to production supply and outbound distribution.
• Driving the implementation and optimization of AGV, ASRS, automated dosing, and Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) management solutions.
• Establishing logistics processes, standards, KPIs, and performance dashboards.
• Maintaining high levels of inventory accuracy, traceability, and audit readiness.
• Ensuring compliance with GMP, GDP, Food Safety, HACCP, and internal quality standards.
• Driving TPM, KSR, productivity, waste reduction, and cost optimization initiatives.
• Building and developing a high-performing logistics team.
• Acting as the logistics representative during factory commissioning, start-up, and operational readiness activities.
• Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure successful project execution and sustainable operations

What we expect from a Project Logistics Manager:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related discipline.
• 5-10+ years of experience in logistics, warehousing, supply chain, manufacturing, or project management roles.
• Experience within food, nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, FMCG, or other regulated manufacturing industries.
• Proven experience with warehouse automation technologies such as AGVs and ASRS.
• Experience implementing SAP, digital logistics solutions, and automated operations.
• Experience leading organizational change and transformation projects.
• Knowledge of TPM, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and CAPEX project management.
• Strong understanding of inventory management, logistics planning, and warehouse operations.
• Strong analytical capabilities and experience using operational dashboards and performance data.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills within complex matrix organizations.
• Ability to lead automation-driven transformation initiatives.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team development skills.
• High levels of ownership, resilience, and accountability.
• Fluent in English. Dutch is considered a strong advantage

You will work from Almere (Netherlands)

What you can expect from us:

• A key role in a strategic greenfield manufacturing project in Almere.
• An informal and inclusive working culture with enthusiastic colleagues.
• A role with significant impact on the future growth of Nestlé Health Science
• A competitive, market-conform salary and attractive employment conditions.
• Plenty of room for personal initiative, professional growth, and development.

Respect is central to Nestlé’s culture, and an important part of this is embracing differences - among our customers and our workplace. We believe it’s important that everyone feels welcome and at home at Nestlé, regardless of gender, faith, cultural background, age, disability, or who you love. We are convinced that diversity leads to more creativity and innovation and helps our organization move forward. That’s why we actively work on a culture and leadership that offers equal opportunities for everyone!

Note:

• Interim CVs will not be processed.