Interim Manager / Head of Operations Warehouse Logistics

Project overview

For the operational bridging and further development of our logistics site, we are looking for an experienced Interim Manager or Freelancer as Head of Operations Warehouse Logistics.

Skills

What we offer

Attractive remuneration model: Market-oriented, transparent all-in hourly or daily rate with reliable payment terms and punctual invoicing. High degree of creative freedom: Direct influence on the further development of operational logistics processes, KPI structures, and shopfloor standards with fast decision-making processes. Leadership with impact: Responsibility for a central operational area with 100 to 200 employees and several managers in a multi-shift operation.

Planning security in the project: Secured mandate starting 01.11.2026 and fixed duration until 31.12.2026 – including the option for extension depending on project progress. Professional interface environment: Close, cooperative collaboration at eye level with the management of Supply Chain, Transport, HR, and Finance. Efficient onboarding: Structured handover and administrative support from our PMO, so you are fully operational from day one.

• Start: 01.11.2026
• Duration: until 31.12.2026 (with option for extension)
• Location: 100% Munich (On-site presence required)
• Workload: Full-time (40 hrs./week)
• Contract Type: Freelancer
• Operational Area Management: Professional and disciplinary management of a sub-area of warehouse logistics (100–200 employees) across several shift supervisors and managers (Inbound, Put-away, Picking, Outbound).
• Shopfloor Management & KPI Control: Active coordination of daily shift operations, continuous performance monitoring, and leveraging productivity potentials based on defined key figures.
• Process & SLA Assurance: Ensuring stable throughput times, compliance with all Service Level Agreements (SLAs), quality standards, as well as legal requirements (work safety, compliance) and sustainability criteria.
• Continuous Improvement: Leading or supporting process improvement and quality projects (CIP, Lean, 5S) directly on the shopfloor.
• Interface Management: Close coordination with adjacent departments such as Supply Chain, Transport, HR, Finance, and central staff units.
• Reporting & Business Cases: Creation of well-founded analyses, derivation of decision proposals for operational further development, and support for operational budget and resource planning.
• Qualification: Completed degree with a focus on Logistics/Supply Chain Management, further training as a Logistics Master Craftsman, or a comparable qualification.
• Leadership Experience: At least 5 years of demonstrable leadership experience in a management position within operational contract or warehouse logistics (managing direct and indirect reports in shift operations).
• Methodological Competence: Practical experience in Lean Management, 5S, CIP, and KPI-based shopfloor management.
• System Affinity: Routine handling of common Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Material Flow Systems, as well as MS Office and ideally Power BI.
• Hands-on Mentality: Pragmatic, assertive personality with strong leadership presence in the warehouse and a keen sense for team leadership in an operational environment.
• Language Skills: Business fluent German (min. C1) and good English skills (min. B2).

Project details

• Start: 30.10.2026
• Duration: unbefristet
• Location: 80807 München, DE
• Languages: German