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Operations Director Iberia

Hybrid in Madrid·Full-time·Added 5 days ago (last checked 12 Oct)

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Randstad España

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Overview

Salary: €70,000 - €80,000 a year
About €3,950 - €4,410 a month after tax, or €4,110 - €4,750 under the Beckham regime.
Work mode: Hybrid, Madrid
Contract: Permanent contract, full-time hours
Experience: 5+ years
Education: University degree

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Requirements

What we're looking for

Required profile:

Education: University degree preferably in Engineering, Business Administration, Logistics, Transport, or similar.

Postgraduate training in operations management or business management is valued.

Experience. More than 5 years in responsibility positions in logistics operations.

Experience in managing national distribution networks for messaging, parcels, and/or last mile.

Experience in directing multidisciplinary and geographically dispersed teams.

Experience in operational transformation and profitability improvement.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Value proposition:

Permanent contract

Full-time

Flexible hours and possibility of teleworking

Salary in line with the market and the responsibility of the position

Attractive variable compensation based on objectives

Company vehicle.

The role

Do you have experience leading large logistics operations in the parcel and last-mile sector? If you are passionate about the logistics sector and are looking for an exciting new challenge to lead the business at a national level, we have an opportunity for you.

What you'll do

Operational Management

Define and deploy the operational strategy for the last-mile business network.

Guarantee compliance with service commitments agreed upon with clients.

Ensure the correct planning of capacities, resources, and territorial coverage.

Lead contingency plans and operational crisis management.

Supervise the implementation of new services and operational processes.

Network Management

Coordinate the activity of owned and partner centers.

Define operational standards and ensure their compliance.

Drive continuous improvement and process standardization.

Direct transformation, digitalization, and automation projects for the operation.

Financial Management. Guarantee the achievement of EBITDA objectives.

Analyze deviations and propose corrective plans.

Optimize transport, structure, and partner costs.

Quality and Service

Guarantee compliance with operational KPIs:

On-time delivery.

Service quality.

Productivity.

Traceability.

Incident management.

Customer satisfaction.

Leading internal and external audits.

Promote a culture of operational excellence.

Business Development

Participate in the design of new logistics solutions.

Identify opportunities for growth, specialization, and improvement of the value proposition.

Team Leadership

Direct and develop the operational management team, consisting of approximately 12 people under direct command, and more than 300 pax under indirect command.

Establish individual and collective objectives.

Drive talent, succession, and training plans.

Foster a culture based on responsibility, customer orientation, and teamwork.

Hiring process

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About Randstad España

Randstad España is the Spanish branch of Randstad N.V., a global leader in human resources and staffing solutions. The company provides a wide range of workforce solutions, including temporary and permanent placement, recruitment process outsourcing, and HR consulting. With a strong presence in Spain, Randstad España connects thousands of professionals with job opportunities across various sectors, including industrial, technical, and customer service roles.

For international professionals, Randstad España offers a gateway to the Spanish job market, with numerous openings in technical maintenance, customer service, and administrative roles. The company values diversity and inclusion, and its extensive network of offices across Spain ensures support for candidates seeking employment in different regions. Randstad's global reach and local expertise make it a reliable partner for those looking to relocate and work in Spain.

Industry: Staffing
Website: randstad.es

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