Head of Warehouse and Logistics

Head of Warehouse and Logistics Since 2013, Smith & Smith has been swirling through the wine scene. Smith Lives Wine – we want to make wine experiential. We implement this credo daily: playful, thirsty for knowledge, curious, and open. For us, the proximity to people, to wine, and to winemakers is at the center. Our assortment is as diverse as it is contemporary and embodies our passion: personal contact instead of algorithms, wine experiences for everyone. In addition to well-known "brands", classics, and private labels, a Fine-Wine department, and specialties such as Sake & Co., we have become one of the most experienced providers of natural wines. Because this is particularly important to us: healthy viticulture and near-natural vinification! For our 2,000 m² large warehouse with its own fleet, we are looking for, effective immediately or by arrangement, a: Head of Warehouse and Logistics In your role as Head of the Warehouse and Logistics Department, you will take over the strategic planning and control of all logistics and warehouse processes. Your goal is to maximize customer satisfaction through continuous process optimization and to increase the efficiency of our logistics operations. Since we also have our own event department with an extensive stock of event material, you are responsible for the handling and ensuring the maintenance of this material. Your tasks: Responsibility for process-oriented logistics management Quality assurance of logistics processes Ongoing analysis, development, and optimization of logistics processes Ensuring and monitoring compliance with existing processes Functional and operational leadership of the team, consisting of 7 employees, including the promotion and further development of the employees as well as ensuring a positive and productive working atmosphere Responsibility for the fleet, the machinery, and the facilities in the warehouse area Responsibility for the handling and maintenance of the event material Ensuring the achievement of goals in the areas of cost (budget responsibility), productivity, accuracy, and punctuality Compliance with legal requirements and safety regulations Your profile: Completed basic and further education in the field of logistics and supply chain management At least 3 years of professional and leadership experience Entrepreneurial thinking as well as a service-oriented way of working Proactive, structured way of working and a high degree of quality awareness Strong communication skills and resilience, paired with leadership qualities and a role model function Confident handling of logistics software and modern warehouse management systems Technical understanding for the maintenance and servicing of machines and warehouse equipment A valid forklift license and driving license category B are mandatory What we offer you: A responsible leadership position in a dynamic and growing company in the beverage sector Flat hierarchies and participatory management A competent, collegial team to support your work Smith & Smith Benefits: Attractive salary and contemporary social benefits Training and further education (e.g., WSET) One-time employee conditions on the entire assortment Team events and activities jpid48b18a1jm jit0834jm jiy26jm