Logistics Team Leader

Date: Aug 25, 2025

Location: Papendrecht, NL

Company: GKN Aerospace Careers

Job Summary

As the logistics team in Papendrecht, we work together to ensure that production has the right quality parts available at the right time and in the right quantity. From receipt to shipment, this includes: unloading, inspection, storage, distribution, internal transport, delivery, shipping documentation & customs forms, arranging transport, and physical shipment. Everyone has their specific role in the logistics process.
As a team leader, you will manage a logistics team of 8 to 12 employees and you will be continuously developing your people and the logistics process. You will be the link between purchasing and production, production and sales, and you will know how to motivate the team. We are looking for people-oriented managers with an eye for continuous improvement!

Job Responsibilities

•    Ensuring a safe working environment
•    Coaching the incoming goods team
•    Conducting performance reviews and progress meetings
•    Applying LEAN/5S methodologies and implementing process improvements where necessary
•    Setting up a streamlined departmental structure and organizing the warehouse and logistics processes
•    Initiating improvement actions, including those focused on logistics and production processes, quality deviations, and the physical working environment
•    The connection between the supply chain and the production floor, ensuring a correct material flow in line with expectations and needs 
• Maintain good relationships with internal customers, clear communication flow about the progress of the processes

Job Qualifications

•    MBO+ or HBO working and thinking level, preferably a completed HBO degree in Logistics or Supply Chain Management
•    At least 3-5 years of (functional) management experience, preferably in the technical field
•    Good command of the Dutch and English languages
•    Knowledge of LEAN/5S methodology is an advantage
•    You are clear in your communication and know how to create support

What is in it for you?

In addition to an innovative and international working environment that offers you a good work-life balance,
we offer you opportunities to learn and grow, a competitive salary (Grade K), pension plan, 27 vacation days/13 ADV days, and travel allowance (from 10 km one way).

How to apply?

Are you interested in this position and does your background meet the requirements? Then use the apply now button.
Questions? Please contact our Recruiter Koen van Stigt at Koen.vanStigt@fokker.com.