Logistics Project Manager

We have a current opportunity for a Project Manager Operations at Danone with a first contract until the end of May. The position will be based in Rijswijk.

Important:

• You need to live in the Netherlands
• If you have a notice period and only can start per November, please do not apply
• This role is not open for freelancers

Description:

• Process Harmonization: Maintains a helicopter view of transport, warehousing, and delivery. Harmonizes processes across locations and departments.
• Stakeholder Management: Acts as point of contact for 3PL/LSP on projects, holds regular meetings to discuss KPIs and improvement actions, and manages day-to-day business/service level targets.
• Operational Management: Oversees Logistic coordinators relation with 3PL to check the performance for outbound deliveries and coordinates daily activities between logistics service providers and transport companies.
• Stock & Invoice Management: Handles stock control and reconciliation between SAP & WMS (Warehouse Management System), validates 3PL invoices, and performs necessary SAP transactions.
• Internal & External Relations: Connects with internal departments (Customer Solution, Demand/Supply Planning, Quality and Food Safety department, Sales,…) and external suppliers.
• Project Leadership & continuous improvement: Responsible for driving logistics projects related to 3rd Party Logistics Providers (3PLs/LSPs), focusing on warehousing, carriers, and operational execution of warehouse and transport activities to improve logistical performance in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders (customer service, sales, clients/customers). Uses KPIs (reducing customer complaints, returns, and improving system/interface quality) as performance measures.

Profile Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree,
• logistics and supply chain experience,
• strong communication, stakeholder management, project management skills (continuous improvement, process harmonization, stakeholder management, invoice management).
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP), advanced MS Office skills,
• proficiency in English (Dutch and/or French is a plus).