Remote Work: No

Overview: At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working to make everyday life better. United by curiosity and care, we develop dynamic solutions that anticipate our customer’s and partner’s needs and solve their challenges.
Being a part of Zebra Nation means being seen, heard, valued, and respected. Drawing from our diverse perspectives, we collaborate to deliver on our purpose. Here you are a part of a team pushing boundaries to redefine the work of tomorrow for organizations, their employees, and those they serve.
You have opportunities to learn and lead at a forward-thinking company, defining your path to a fulfilling career while channeling your skills toward causes that you care about – locally and globally. We’ve only begun reimaging the future – for our people, our customers, and the world.
Let’s create tomorrow together.

Company Description

Zebra Technologies’ distribution center for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) is located in Heerenveen. Zebra is a market leader in barcode printing systems, scanning equipment, mobile computers, and tablets. We aim to transform businesses globally by providing innovative technologies and solutions that enhance performance and drive growth. Our commitment to innovation and customer focus enables organizations to operate successfully and excel in an ever-changing world.

 

Job Description

As a Senior Manager Operations, you will oversee the Inbound Goods, Inventory Storage, Outbound Goods, and Shipping departments through managers and supervisors. With a disciplined and entrepreneurial approach, you will set goals, make plans, and distribute tasks to enhance efficiency and safety. You are enthusiastic and confident in your key role of applying automation and technologies to optimize processes and prepare logistics for the future. This role is added to strengthen the management team and contribute to its ongoing improvement and development.

Customer focus is central: you are eager to learn and continuously seek ways to enhance customer satisfaction by ensuring on-time shipment and minimizing pick and ship errors. You will collaborate closely with other departments to ensure efficient and error-free delivery, exceeding customer expectations. This position reports to the site director.

Responsibilities:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Advise senior management by conducting analyses and monitoring industry trends;Promote a positive work culture and improve processes;Establish work standards and expectations for the departments with your team;Collaborate with internal teams to define quality and performance standards for optimal customer experience;Ensure a good understanding and compliance with relevant policies and procedures;Manage unit performance through managers and supervisors;Use your judgment to select methods and techniques under limited supervision;Ensure and improve the health, ergonomics, and safety of everyone within the departments.
Qualifications:

Requirements and Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field.Advanced skills in delegation and follow-up.Strong leadership and management skills.Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills in both Dutch and English.Analytical skills.Resilience under stress.Knowledge of Dutch labor law.Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma.

 

What do we offer

Competitive salary and excellent benefits;Opportunities for professional development and growth;A stimulating work environment with a focus on innovation and efficiency

Pension plan

25 days holidays and 4 volunteer days on annual basis

Salary sacrifice schema (Fisc Free)

 

Car cash allowance 

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