Team Leader Warehouse

Wärtsilä is a world leader in marine technology and leading the industry's transformation towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. With the world’s widest portfolio and service network, we – Wärtsilians - deliver efficient, safe and sustainable integrated products and solutions to enhance the business of our customers. The opportunities presented through digitalisation and new technologies are offering a new era of shipping. Did you know that shipping is the world’s most efficient mode of transportation and that approximately 80% of world trade is carried by sea?

We want to change the course towards an interconnected and cleaner maritime future and are constantly on the lookout for future-oriented talent to join our team and to work towards enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services - together. Are you ready to jump onboard?

We are looking for a Team Leader Warehouse whose main responsibility is leading a team of warehouse handlers and optimizing work processes. The location for this position is in Hattem, Netherlands, it is required to be onsite. 

What you will do: 

• Support employees and identify, prevent or solve problems in a timely manner 

• Hold performance meetings and reviews 

• Stimulate and maximize staff flexibility & agility as well as personal development  

• Stimulate employees to follow required courses and trainings 

• Initiate/Managing on the hiring and dismissal of employees 

• Ensure the Team personnel are qualified to perform their tasks excellently 

• Propose improvement plans for the warehouse department  

• Lead the day-to-day activities of the team and monitor the team’s performance in accordance to the agreed KPI’s  

• Collects and analyses information for product and process improvement. 

• Orients to possibilities for improving the work processes (technological changes/approach) 

• Translates this to his own organization and advises the manager about it. 

• Guides pilots and keeps track of lessons learned 

• Organises staffing capacity and order flows 

• Safeguards the quality and quantity of tasks performed by Warehousing.  

• Ensure timely handling of order flow. Priority setting 

• Reports progress and status of activities to involved parties 

• Communicates tactical plans into operational instructions and monitors progress 

• Suggests lay-out and process improvements. 

• Ensures correct performing of warehouse tasks at all warehouse departments 

• Identifies technical deviations in orders and ensures proper solution and follow up 

• Monitors changes in SAP 

• Ensures compliance with the SAP process. Corrects and reports deviations as necessary.  

• Complies with the safety regulations, as included in the QESH manual (particularly OHSAS18001) 

• Ensures proper use of personal protective equipment. 

To be successful in this role, you will have: 

• A BSc in Logistics or related field (preferred).  

• Experience in Supply Chain and Logistics. 

• Experience managing a capacity plan, and knowing the limitations 

• Awareness of customer needs and the competition and market position. 

• Experience with operation, handling and safety regulations associated with forklift, reach truck and lifting and packaging machines 

• Experience in dispatch procedures 

• Experience in managing and leading people 

As an ideal candidate you might also have:

• Knowledge of engine parts and their application  

• Team building skills  

• Results driven 

• Problem solving and decision-making skills 

• Cost Awareness 

• In depth SAP knowledge 

• Great communication skills 

• Fluency in English and Dutch 

Why you and us?   

You are valuated – as your true self. At Wärtsilä we value diversity and are committed to supporting an inclusive work community.   

Your growth is supported. We believe in continuous learning & teamwork. Wärtsilian community has your back when it comes to development opportunities – so you can develop beyond your potential.  

You get to make a difference. Innovation and sustainability are important to us. Every day, we put our hearts and minds into enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality.   

Contact & next steps  

Submit your application before the deadline through our Careers portal. Applications through email will not be considered. After submitting your application you’ll receive a confirmation email. We try our best to get back to everyone within 2-3 weeks after the application deadline.   

Last application date: 20/01/2025 

At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities. 

This is Wärtsilä 

Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 17,800 professionals, in more than 280 locations in 79 countries, shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on www.wartsila.com. 

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