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JAJames Hardie Europe GmbH

Head of Logistics(m/w/x)

Düsseldorf
Full-timeWith Home OfficeSenior

End-to-end transportation strategy for fiber cement solutions, leading structured tenders and carrier negotiations. Over 10 years of logistics experience and 7 years in leadership required. Hybrid workplace with flexible hours and remote option.

Requirements

  • Over 10 years of experience in logistics, transportation, warehousing
  • Over 7 years in leadership roles
  • Proven track record in logistics transformation
  • Proven track record in operational structuring
  • Proven track record in process optimization
  • Strong expertise in carrier management
  • Strong expertise in logistics procurement
  • Strong expertise in contract negotiations
  • Hands-on experience with WMS
  • Driving warehouse efficiency improvements
  • Highly analytical
  • Confident in demand forecasting
  • Confident in capacity planning
  • Strategic thinking
  • Hands-on execution
  • Proactive, data-driven approach
  • Customer-oriented
  • Comfortable navigating complexity
  • Motivated to continuously improve structures
  • Motivated to continuously improve processes
  • Motivated to continuously improve performance
  • Flexibility
  • Clear, confident, respectful communication
  • Trust building through collaboration
  • Strong leadership presence
  • Structured mindset
  • Pragmatic approach
  • Aligning people and partners
  • Focus on shared goals and outcomes
  • Willingness to develop into the role

Tasks

  • Ensure loading and handling capacities align with volume requirements
  • Define and execute end-to-end transportation strategy
  • Position Logistics as a strong business partner
  • Lead structured tenders and negotiations
  • Build long-term relationships with top regional carriers
  • Implement transparent SLAs and performance scorecards
  • Secure transport capacity based on forecasts
  • Develop intermodal solutions to reduce cost exposure
  • Increase supply chain resilience
  • Translate demand forecasts into cost-efficient operational plans
  • Account for European warehouse operations
  • Build scalable, structured warehouse processes
  • Ensure clear space utilization
  • Plan forward-looking capacity
  • Maintain strong inventory governance
  • Conduct cycle counting and system-to-physical accuracy checks
  • Optimize WMS for operational transparency
  • Apply Lean Warehouse principles
  • Establish standardized, meaningful KPIs
  • Challenge assumptions constructively
  • Establish peak-readiness
  • Shift organization from reactive firefighting to structured execution
  • Lead and develop a team of around 20 colleagues
  • Foster accountability and role clarity
  • Promote effective communication across Warehousing and Transportation
  • Cultivate a performance-driven, customer-centric culture
  • Promote an inclusive environment

Work Experience

  • 10 years

Education

  • Bachelor's degreeOR
  • Master's degree

Languages

  • GermanFluent
  • EnglishFluent

Tools & Technologies

  • WMS

Benefits

Flexible Working

  • Hybrid workplace model
  • Flexible working hours
  • Remote work option

Family Support

  • Family support services

Learning & Development

  • Targeted training programs

Healthcare & Fitness

  • Company supplementary health insurance
  • Fitness programs

Retirement Plans

  • Company pension plan

Company Bike

  • Job Bike

Public Transport Subsidies

  • Job Ticket

More Vacation Days

  • 30 vacation days
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