Senior Logistics Engineering & Projects Manager

DeFacto; Fatih; On-site; TRY 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career & Personal Growth

DeFacto Business Academy

KatKat business development project

DFLife Plus rewards program

Multisport partnership

Welcome Little DeFactonian

Job summary

DeFacto is seeking a senior Warehouse Engineering Lead to drive concept-to-implementation of distribution center projects. You’ll design layouts, scale automation, and push continuous improvements across operations with cross-functional collaboration.

The role requires deep experience in warehouse engineering, strong leadership, and English fluency. On-site position with travel across regions and a focus on efficiency and cost optimization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related engineering disciplines.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in warehouse engineering, logistics operations, distribution center projects or supply chain engineering, preferably in the apparel retail industry.
• Minimum 5 years of team management experience.
• Proven experience in warehouse design, layout optimization and material flow analysis.
• Experience in warehouse automation implementation projects (conveyors, sorters, ASRS, AMRs, shuttle systems, etc.).
• Experience in warehouse capacity expansion, retrofit and modernization projects.
• Strong knowledge of operational excellence, Lean methodologies and continuous improvement.
• Experience in productivity improvement and cost optimization projects.
• Ability to analyze warehouse processes and develop practical engineering solutions.
• Strong leadership, project management and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Valid driving license (Class B) and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead warehouse engineering and infrastructure projects from concept to implementation.
• Design and optimize warehouse layouts to maximize capacity, productivity and operational efficiency.
• Manage warehouse automation implementation, expansion and modernization projects.
• Lead capacity increase and warehouse development initiatives.
• Analyze warehouse operations and identify opportunities for productivity, quality and cost improvements.
• Coordinate engineering activities with operations, IT, maintenance, procurement and external solution providers.
• Manage retrofit, refurbishment and relocation projects for existing distribution centers.
• Evaluate new warehouse technologies and recommend suitable engineering solutions.
• Define project scope, budget, timelines and resource plans, ensuring successful project delivery.
• Monitor project performance through KPIs and ensure sustainable operational improvements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using AI and industrial engineering methodologies.

Skills

Warehouse design

Layout optimization

Automation implementation

Project management

Lean methodologies

Cost optimization

Stakeholder management

Leadership

English proficiency

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Conveyors

Sorters

AS/RS

AMRs

Shuttle systems

Job description

Founded in 2005 with the vision of becoming a global fashion brand, our company now serves millions of customers worldwide through 500+ stores and online operations.

At DeFacto, we see ourselves as more than just a company. Our goal is to strengthen the engagement, motivation, and social responsibility of every DeFacto team member who we call as DeFactonian. We encourage participation in internal events, sports, and social clubs while fostering a strong company culture through our vision, mission, strategies, and principles.

What Do We Expect from You?

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related engineering disciplines.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in warehouse engineering, logistics operations, distribution center projects or supply chain engineering, preferably in the apparel retail industry.
• Minimum 5 years of team management experience.
• Proven experience in warehouse design, layout optimization and material flow analysis.
• Experience in warehouse automation implementation projects (conveyors, sorters, ASRS, AMRs, shuttle systems, etc.).
• Experience in warehouse capacity expansion, retrofit and modernization projects.
• Strong knowledge of operational excellence, Lean methodologies and continuous improvement.
• Experience in productivity improvement and cost optimization projects.
• Ability to analyze warehouse processes and develop practical engineering solutions.
• Strong leadership, project management and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Valid driving license (Class B) and willingness to travel.

Basic Functions:

• Lead warehouse engineering and infrastructure projects from concept to implementation.
• Design and optimize warehouse layouts to maximize capacity, productivity and operational efficiency.
• Manage warehouse automation implementation, expansion and modernization projects.
• Lead capacity increase and warehouse development initiatives.
• Analyze warehouse operations and identify opportunities for productivity, quality and cost improvements.
• Coordinate engineering activities with operations, IT, maintenance, procurement and external solution providers.
• Manage retrofit, refurbishment and relocation projects for existing distribution centers.
• Evaluate new warehouse technologies and recommend suitable engineering solutions.
• Define project scope, budget, timelines and resource plans, ensuring successful project delivery.
• Monitor project performance through KPIs and ensure sustainable operational improvements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using AI and industrial engineering methodologies.

What Do We Offer You?

With a presence in 90+ countries, you’ll have the opportunity to work on international projects and collaborate with diverse cultures.

Career & Personal Growth:

Through DeFacto Business Academy, you can continuously develop your skills and participate in training programs that support your career.

With our KatKat business development project, you can gain experience in different departments, expand your skill set, and explore new career opportunities.

Your achievements matter! Through our recognition platform, DFLife Plus, you can earn reward points for your successes and redeem them for gifts from our catalog.

Thanks to our Multisport partnership, you can access gyms and wellness services at special rates, supporting both your physical and mental well-being.

For new parents at DeFacto, we provide additional financial support, special leave rights, and a "Welcome Little DeFactonian" gift to celebrate this exciting new chapter in your life.

Social Responsibility & Volunteering:

Join our "Happiness Ambassadors" and bring your social responsibility projects to life, or take part in existing initiatives as a volunteer.

Stay connected with all DeFactonians through DFLife Plus, where you can join exclusive events, competitions, and social groups while keeping up with company updates.

Ready to be part of the DeFacto?

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