Team Lead Warehouse Management System

Job Description

In this role, you will be responsible for leading and developing the WMS team while ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our warehouse management systems. You will drive team performance, encourage continuous improvement and ensure strong collaboration between Operations, IT and other stakeholders. By combining leadership with your knowledge of logistics and WMS processes, you will contribute to an efficient and well-organised distribution centre.

Leadership and Team Development

• Lead, coach, motivate and develop the WMS team.
• Allocate and prioritise tasks while monitoring progress.
• Ensure clear roles, responsibilities and expectations within the team.
• Encourage collaboration, ownership and knowledge sharing within the team.
• Create a safe, positive and results-oriented working environment.

WMS Process Management and Optimisation

• Test existing business processes when updating or replacing logistics and customer service systems.
• Troubleshoot issues within SAP WMS, ensuring minimal disruption to daily operations.
• Identify and implement improvements within the distribution centre's integrated IT solutions.

System Maintenance and Development

• Provide operational support to users of SAP and related systems.
• Train and guide users and operators in the use of WMS and ERP systems.
• Create and maintain work instructions, manuals and process documentation.
• Analyse functional and performance requirements of systems.
• Work closely with project managers, IT departments and other stakeholders on implementations and improvement projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent level of education and thinking, preferably in Logistics, Supply Chain, IT or Business Administration.
• Experience with SAP WMS and ERP systems within a logistics environment.
• Knowledge of warehouse processes and logistics operations.
• Previous experience in leading or supervising a team is required.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to liaise effectively between operations, management and IT.
• Ability to motivate and develop your team.
• Ability to create and maintain a safe and positive working environment.
• Ability to provide clear structure in tasks, responsibilities and expectations.
• Excellent written and spoken English communication skills. Knowledge of Dutch is a plus

Additional Information

JYSK offers you a challenging role within a dynamic organization, where the Distribution Centre represents a new dimension for JYSK Netherlands. This position comes with significant responsibility, variety, and autonomy.

You will work with many international colleagues from other JYSK Distribution Centres, sharing best practices and discussing the challenges involved in building a new Distribution Centre.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

• Salary up to €5,000 gross per month, based on a 37-hour working week
• 25 vacation days and 8% holiday allowance based on full-time employment
• A key leadership role within a growing international company
• The opportunity to make a real impact on our logistics operations
• Access to our fitness centre
• Smartphone and laptop
• Attractive pension scheme
• Team outings and an annual staff party
• 20% employee discount in all JYSK stores
• Collective health insurance through Zilveren Kruis

WHY DISTRIBUTION CENTER DCL?

• As of 2027 we will have the most automated DC, for now we are working in our temporary location
• Strong team spirit and clear routines
• We invest in our people 
• Part of JYSK, a global company with strong values

IS THIS YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY? Apply today!

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JYSK wants to include everyone, no matter the age, gender identity, race, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, ethnicity, and experience. Together, we secure our inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our employees. Because a great mix of minds, talents and unique personalities makes us a stronger team.

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Compensation: N/A to 5000 (EUR) (MONTHLY)