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National Logistics Operations Manager

On-site in Madrid·Added yesterday (last checked 2 Nov)

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On-site, Madrid
Education
Vocational training (FP Grado Medio)

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

What requirements must you meet?

  • Academic Degree: Degree, Bachelor's, Diploma, FPII or FPI (equivalents).
  • Minimum of 1 year of experience in a similar role.

The role

Comprehensively manage national finished product logistics, guaranteeing availability, compliance with service levels committed to customers, and resource optimization. Efficiently coordinate the relationship between production centers, warehouses, logistics operators, transport, and customers, driving continuous process improvement and supply chain efficiency.

What you'll do

  • Optimization of the distribution plan:
    Define and adjust the standard distribution design for finished products, guaranteeing the highest level of customer service with efficiency in operating costs, considering the different business scenarios (Cerveza MSM, Agua, Founders, Nómada, e-commerce, coffee, etc.).
  • Shortage management:
    Communicate unresolvable shortage situations and participate in product prioritization according to established policies.
    Anticipate medium-term shortage risks, coordinating actions with Planning and FOL to mitigate their impact.
    Regulate and redistribute product surpluses to avoid obsolescence, minimize shrinkage, and prevent line stoppages or service breaks.
  • Transport coordination:
    Request and coordinate transport services according to the distribution plan, ensuring correct execution with the various dispatch centers.
  • Service monitoring (tracking):
    Perform proactive monitoring of the customer service level, identifying deviations, communicating, and coordinating the resolution of incidents that may affect the committed service level.
  • Analysis and monitoring of indicators:
    Monitor KPIs for service, stock, transport, and logistics costs, identifying deviations and proposing action plans.
  • Management of operational contingencies:
    Design and coordinate alternative solutions in the face of capacity, transport, product availability, or operational restriction incidents, minimizing the impact on customer service.

  • Reverse logistics:
    Organize and optimize reverse logistics to maximize product reuse and facilitate financial management with customers.
  • Cost optimization:
    Drive continuous improvement in operational efficiency, generating synergies between areas, businesses, and operations, and adapting the service level to market needs.
  • Synergies with the international area:
    Promote the growth of the international area through the integration and exploitation of synergies with the national distribution network.

About Mahou San Miguel

Mahou San Miguel is Spain's leading brewer and one of the largest in Europe, with a portfolio that includes iconic beer brands such as Mahou Cinco Estrellas, San Miguel, Alhambra, and Solán de Cabras water. The company operates multiple production plants and distribution centers across Spain, employing thousands of people in brewing, logistics, and commercial roles. As a family-owned business with a strong domestic market presence, it also exports to over 70 countries, making it a significant player in the global beverage industry.

With its headquarters in Madrid, Mahou San Miguel has a deep-rooted presence throughout Spain, with offices and facilities in cities like Barcelona, Valencia, Seville, and many others. The company is known for its strong corporate culture, commitment to sustainability, and innovation in areas like AI and data science, as evidenced by recent roles in machine learning and generative AI. For international professionals, Mahou San Miguel offers a unique opportunity to work in a traditional yet forward-looking Spanish company, with roles ranging from logistics and operations to tech and data, though most positions require Spanish language proficiency.

Industry
Beverages
Founded
1890
Employees
3,000–5,000
Headquarters
Madrid, Spain
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona, Burgos and 14 more

Good to know if you are moving

  • Mahou San Miguel is headquartered in Madrid, offering a central location for professionals interested in living in Spain's capital.
  • The company has a strong presence across Spain, with production plants and distribution centers in cities like Burgos, Lleida, and Málaga, providing opportunities in various regions.
  • While most roles are in Spanish, the company is investing in data science and AI, creating opportunities for international tech professionals.
  • As a leading Spanish brand, working at Mahou San Miguel offers deep insight into Spanish consumer culture and the beverage industry.
  • The company emphasizes sustainability and innovation, with initiatives in water management and renewable energy.

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Additional information

Our commitment to diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities has been present since our founding in 1890. Our vision, in this sense, is to "build the future through the sum of unique individuals, actively promoting diversity as a source of wealth in society".

That is why this offer is directed to any person who meets the requirements for the position, regardless of their characteristics.

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