Senior Logistics Manager - Arla Foods Holstebro

Are you ready to join and set new standards for our Logistics? Assume managerial responsibility for 83 skilled employees hereof 10 direct reports including 4 team leaders? Are you passionate about leadership and empowering people. then this is the position for you.

At Holstebro Dairy, Denmark, we are proud of being Home of LURPAK & ARLA BUKO – Natural world class butter and cream cheese to food lovers across the world made by people who take pride in every drop of cream. We are producing app. 120.000 tons of cream cheese and  155.000 tons of butter.

Raise the bar for Logistics

As our new Senior Logistics Manager you will have the overall responsibility of leading and managing the logistics team by providing guidance, training, and support to ensure high performance and wellbeing, and a workplace that promotes diversity and develops all employees for future needs. You will responsible for all logistics operations at site, across all warehouses, encompassing transportation, warehousing, inventory management, and distribution.

To be successful in this role you have established yourself as a strong leader with professional pride and knowledge of Logistics operations.

As our new Senior Logistics Manager you will join a dedicated Site leadership team and will refere directly to Senior Site Director, you ensure agreed deliverables by means of an optimal organization and Logistics process.

Your key responsibilities include:  

• You will ensuring a healthy, inclusive, and safe working environment at Holstebro.
• Compliance: Ensure all logistics activities comply with Arla Foods’ standards, policies as well as applicable law and Health, Safety & Food safety procedures and mindset. High food safety and quality is  a natural part of our culture
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with other departments such as Operation, QEHS,  E2E planning, procurement etc. to ensure alignment and support business objectives.
• Strategic Planning & Process Improvement: Develop and implement logistics strategies to optimize the supply chain, reduce costs, and improve service levels. We are a "Category Stronghold" dairy that drives growth with the customer in focus
• Vendor Management: Establish and maintain relationships with logistics service providers, support to procurement when negotiating contracts, and manage performance and follow-up on SLA agreements.

What will make you successful

We imagine, that you hold a degree within topics relevant to position or work experience that compensates for the formal level of education.  The ideal candidate comes from a similar position from a productions company.

Your employees respect you for your insight and your dedication, and you are a true ambassador for our products and our good work environment. Clearly, you must have the will, urge and drive to create change and set direction for your departments. The position offers an exciting and challenging work day with excellent opportunities for personal development.

• Min. 5+ years of leadership experience where you have established yourself as a dedicated leader with a professional pride. You approach situations with an open mind-set as well as determination and clear priorities with an engaging and passionate leadership style that allows you to drive change and reach our objectives
• Adaptability: Be flexible in adapting to changing circumstances and requirements, showing resilience and resourcefulness.
• Teamplayer. You are a Team player  and foster a collaborative work environment, encouraging teamwork and cooperation among employees.
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey information in an open, transparent and effective way  with all team members, stakeholders, and management to ensure alignment and understanding.
• Organizational Skills: Excellent organizational abilities to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and maintain accurate records.
• Operational Management: Ability to oversee and manage day-to-day site activities, ensuring efficiency and compliance with Arla standards.

Would you like to join us?

If you want to seize this exciting opportunity, please apply as soon as possible. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until right candidate is found. For additional information, please call Senior Site Director, Mette Møller at +45 91316310

Shape the Future of Dairy

Arla is a global leader in the dairy industry, committed to producing high-quality products while championing sustainability and innovation. We're passionate about people and our planet, striving to unleash the full potential in each of us. Our goal is to make healthy dairy nutrition and good food habits accessible to all. Join us at Arla Foods and become part of a worldwide cooperative dedicated to making a significant impact on the planet and steering the dairy industry towards a sustainable future.

We are devoted to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. Diversity and collaboration are key to our success, propelling us to new heights in the dairy industry.

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