Warehouse Operations Team Lead (a)

• Lead warehouse operations and drive continuous improvement
• Shape team performance within a regulated environment

About Our Client Our client is an international organisation operating in a highly regulated industry with a strong focus on quality, operational excellence and continuous improvement near Bern. Due to ongoing business needs, they are looking for a motivated professional who can join the team quickly and support both day-to-day operations and strategic logistics initiatives.

Job Description

• Lead daily warehouse and outbound logistics activities to ensure on-time customer shipments.
• Plan, allocate and optimise resources based on workload, forecasts and business priorities.
• Manage and develop a warehouse team (approx. 25 people) through coaching, training and performance management.
• Coordinate inventory control activities, cycle counts and stock accuracy processes.
• Monitor and report operational KPIs including service levels, productivity and forecast adherence.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality and operational procedures.
• Drive Lean initiatives and continuous improvement projects across warehouse operations.
• Support audits, documentation updates and quality management requirements.
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to resolve operational challenges and improve processes.
• Participate in logistics-related projects and support ERP system enhancements and implementation activities.
• Act as deputy for logistics leadership functions when required.

The Successful Applicant

• Professional qualification in Logistics, Supply Chain or a related discipline.
• Leadership training and/or Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification is advantageous.
• 3-5 years of experience in logistics or warehouse operations.
• Proven experience leading and developing operational teams.
• Experience within a regulated manufacturing environment (medical devices, pharmaceuticals, healthcare or similar) is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of quality standards, compliance requirements and process-driven operations; experience with GMP/GDP is a strong asset.
• Good ERP knowledge and strong MS Office skills.
• Fluent English is required; any other language can be an advantage
• Proactive, organised and service-oriented personality.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Continuous improvement mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities.

What's On Offer

• Leadership role with direct operational impact
• Opportunity to drive Lean and continuous improvement initiatives
• Exposure to ERP implementation and transformation projects
• Attractive opportunity within a quality-driven organisation
• Broad scope combining people leadership and operational excellence

Quote job ref: JN-102026-7117895