Operations Manager (cold store warehouse)

Are you a born organizer with a passion for logistics, technology, and continuous improvement? Do you thrive on bringing structure and optimizing processes in a dynamic environment? Then this is your opportunity.

Reach your full potential as Operations Manager

As Operations Manager, you will be responsible for the efficient, safe, and structured flow of goods from inbound to outbound within our brand-new cold store. This state-of-the-art facility is equipped with the latest technologies, including Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs), shuttle storage, and high-tech picking stations. The official opening is scheduled for September.

You will lead a team of 15 employees, which will grow to 25 over time. In this day-shift role, you’ll coordinate all logistics processes and translate business needs into concrete operational solutions. You’ll act as the primary point of contact for government agencies such as Customs and the Dutch Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA), and you’ll liaise smoothly with various internal and external stakeholders.

You’ll maintain oversight, safeguard inventory accuracy, and ensure quality and safety. In addition, you'll collaborate closely with colleagues from sales, procurement, and the other warehouse. You look ahead and translate trends, bottlenecks, and data into realistic improvement initiatives.

Your day-to-day activities

• Manage daily operations (day shift) in a technically advanced cold store.
• Lead and develop a growing team (from 15 to 25 employees).
• Maintain relationships with external partners and translate customer needs into logistical solutions.
• Optimize processes based on data, trends, and your own insights.
• Act as the point of contact for regulatory bodies such as the NVWA and coordinate across operations, commerce, and technology.

This is you
You love innovation and improvement, and you thrive on streamlining processes in a fast-paced, evolving environment. You communicate clearly, are solution-oriented, and can operate at various organizational levels with ease.

You

• Have at least 3 years of experience in a managerial logistics role.
• Possess a higher professional education (HBO) level of thinking and working.
• Have experience in customer-focused logistics services.
• Maintain an active network in transport and distribution.
• Are experienced with carriers and logistics partners.
• Have an affinity for technology and innovation.
• Possess strong communication skills and a diplomatic approach.
• Are proficient in English (Dutch is a plus).
• Are passionate about process optimization and logistics technology.

What we offer:

• The opportunity to contribute to a rapidly growing and promising division.
• An entrepreneurial and energetic company culture where your ideas are valued.
• Plenty of opportunities for personal development and to grow with the business.
• A good salary in line with your experience, plus a yearly fixed Christmas bonus and a performance-dependent bonus.
• 25 vacation days, with the option to purchase additional days.
• A pension scheme where 2/3 of the pension costs are covered by us.
• The opportunity to take courses relevant to your growth ambitions and role.
• A coaching program focused on your mental health (non-binding).
• Participation in group insurance plans, such as disability and survivor’s insurance.
• Free access to our company gym.
• A bicycle plan with a substantial discount.

This is King of Reach by B&S

The division for this role acts a one-stop distribution partner for the world’s leading confectionery and beverage brands and suppliers. We connect these top brands with retailers through sustainable, mutually beneficial partnerships, expanding product reach across the diverse channels.

The focus is on non-food retail, independent retailers and traditional retail in European markets and beyond. As part of the B&S Group and powered by our KingofReach.com platform, we are on a journey of fast growth and innovation in the FMCG sector.

Join our ambitious and diverse team at our location in Dordrecht and contribute in shaping the future of food and beverage retail distribution while advancing your career in a dynamic, rapidly growing company full of fun and excitement!

Our recruitment process

• Step 1

  Apply

  Apply, send your resume and motivation, and maybe we will say hi.

• Step 2

  Say hi!

  First introduction with one of our Corporate Recruiters.

• Step 3

  Follow up

  A follow-up meeting with the manager of your department.

• Step 4

  Challenge

  An assignment to challenge your skills can be part of the process.

• Step 5

  Proposal

  We make you a proposal & final conversation to discuss your proposal.

• Step 6

  Let’s go!

  We’re looking forward to seeing you on your first day!

More info?

I'm only one phone call away!

Ruben Wuarbanaran

• +316 18905676
• [email protected]