Distribution Center Transport Unit Manager

Watsons Turkey; Fatih; On-site; TRY 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Watsons Turkey is seeking an experienced logistics professional to lead route optimization and transportation network projects. The role focuses on improving shipping efficiency, coordinating internal and external shipments, and aligning operations with KPIs and financial targets.

You will plan daily, weekly, and monthly shipments, review transportation invoices, and supervise the shipment team to ensure smooth daily operations across 450 stores and 66 cities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Engineering.
• At least 6 years of experience in logistics, warehouse, and transportation processes.
• Experience in budget management and reporting.
• Proficient in MS Office programs.
• Developed skills in team management, communication, analytical thinking, and problem-solving.
• Experienced in project management.
• Established or managed route optimization and transportation network projects.

Responsibilities

• Leading route optimization and transportation network projects.
• Leading transportation projects.
• Managing transportation operations in line with the company’s defined KPIs and financial targets.
• Coordinating requests related to the internal and external shipment process.
• Planning daily, weekly, and monthly shipments
• Checking invoices related to the transportation process.
• Supervising the shipment team and coordinating daily operations.

Skills

Logistics experience

Budget management

MS Office

Team management

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Project management

Route optimization

Transportation network

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Watsons Turkey is a part of AS Watson Group, the world's largest international health and beauty retailer, operating over 17,000 stores under 12 retail brands across 31 markets with more than 130,000 employees. As of the 2024 fiscal year, AS Watson Group recorded a revenue of 24 billion USD and serves over 6 billion customers annually through its O+O (Offline plus Online) platforms, offering a technology-enabled retail experience.

As the leading O+O health and beauty retailer in Asia, Watsons operates 8,000 stores and over 1,500 pharmacies across 16 markets in Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.

Watsons Turkey is one of the leading beauty and personal care retailers in Turkey, with more than 450 stores in 66 cities and over 3,500 employees. It aims to make a positive difference in customers’ lives through its products and services.

Watsons is Asia’s No.1 Personal Care and Beauty Retailer.* *Based on the results of the "Top 50 Customer Experience Brands" survey conducted by Campaign Asia with 9,000 participants across six Asian countries.

* The data you share is protected and processed within the scope of the Personal Data Protection Law No. 6698 ("KVKK"). For detailed information, you can visit https://www.watsons.com.tr/calisan-adayi-aydinlatma-metni.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Engineering,
• At least 6 years of experience in logistics, warehouse, and transportation processes,
• Experience in budget management and reporting,
• Proficient in MS Office programs,
• Developed skills in team management, communication, analytical thinking, and problem-solving,
• Experienced in project management,
• Established or managed route optimization and transportation network projects.

Description:

• Leading route optimization and transportation network projects,
• Leading transportation projects,
• Managing transportation operations in line with the company’s defined KPIs and financial targets,
• Coordinating requests related to the internal and external shipment process,
• Planning daily, weekly, and monthly shipments
• Checking invoices related to the transportation process,
• Supervising the shipment team and coordinating daily operations.