Job Description

Function: Supply Chain / Logistics

Job Purpose

The Team Leader Operations – Distribution Centre is responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective warehousing operations at the Factory Distribution Centre (DC). The role focuses on managing day-to-day warehouse activities, overseeing 3PL performance, maintaining inventory accuracy, and driving continuous improvement in line with Nestlé operational and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

Warehouse Operations & Performance

Manage daily warehouse activities including receiving, storage, picking, and dispatch operations.
Monitor DC and 3PL performance against defined KPIs related to service levels, cost efficiency, and productivity.
Ensure high standards of inventory accuracy, correct issuance, and minimal warehouse damages.

Safety, Quality & Compliance

Ensure full compliance with Nestlé safety, quality, and operational standards.
Maintain proper storage conditions in line with Finished Goods (FG), Raw & Packaging (RP), and QA specifications.
Promote a strong safety culture to achieve LTIFR targets and successful internal and external audits.

People & 3PL Management

Lead, coach, and motivate warehouse teams and contract labor to achieve operational excellence.
Manage third-party logistics (3PL) providers, including contracts, tariffs, service levels, and invoicing.
Conduct regular performance reviews with 3PL partners and implement corrective and improvement actions.

Continuous Improvement & Cost Optimization

Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, DMAIC, and best-practice methodologies.
Support value stream design and optimization of warehouse processes.
Control overtime, absenteeism, manpower productivity, and overall resource utilization.

Assets & Infrastructure Management

Ensure availability and proper maintenance of warehouse infrastructure, material handling equipment (MHE), and security systems.
Manage warehouse layout and capacity planning in line with changing business requirements.

What Will Make You Successful

Experience & Qualifications

Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in warehouse management, transportation, or physical logistics operations.
Proven experience in managing warehouse operations and working with 3PL service providers.
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.