Randstad is a global leader in the HR services industry, specializing in recruitment, staffing, and outsourcing solutions across 39 countries. As one of the world's largest HR providers, the company operates at a massive scale, connecting millions of candidates with opportunities in sectors ranging from technology and engineering to healthcare and logistics.

In Spain, Randstad maintains one of the most extensive professional networks in the country, with a presence in nearly every major city. For international professionals, Randstad serves as a primary entry point into the Spanish labor market, offering specialized recruitment services through divisions like Randstad Technologies and Randstad Professionals, which frequently handle roles for multinational clients requiring English or other foreign languages.

Founded in 1960 by Frits Goldschmeding in the Netherlands, Randstad has grown from a small local operation into the world's largest HR service provider. The company expanded into Spain in the 1990s and has since solidified its position through major acquisitions like Vedior.

For international professionals

Operates a vast network of over 200 offices across Spain, providing local support in almost every province.
Features specialized divisions for IT, Engineering, and Life Sciences that are highly relevant for skilled international workers.
Acts as a primary recruiter for many Fortune 500 companies established in Spain.
Provides a wide variety of contract types, including permanent placements and long-term outsourcing projects.

Logistics Branch Manager

Randstad España

This job was originally posted in Spanish and automatically translated to English. You'll most likely need Spanish to apply.

Job Description

Are you looking for a challenge where you aren't limited to simply controlling a warehouse, but can lead, organize, set the pace, and generate real commitment? We are looking for a person with operational leadership and a clear vision for continuous improvement who wants to take on the challenge of consolidating and growing the Barcelona branch. If your goal is not just to "put out fires," but to build a stable, professional, and scalable logistics operation, we want to meet you!

You will lead the comprehensive operation of the Barcelona branch to ensure a stable, efficient, and high-quality service.
You will manage the day-to-day plant operations: reception, slotting, order picking, dispatch, and delivery.
You will lead and motivate the operational team, planning shifts, workloads, and daily priorities.
You will ensure compliance with key KPIs: service level, productivity, OTIF, incidents, shrinkage, costs, and route punctuality. You will optimize routes, loads, and departure schedules by coordinating with the internal fleet or external carriers.
You will constantly coordinate with central services (Purchasing, Administration, HR, Quality, Operations Management, etc.).
You will implement and maintain strict work procedures, order, cleanliness, and occupational risk prevention.
You will participate in continuous improvement and the implementation of tools such as ERP and WMS/SGA systems.
You will resolve daily operational incidents with agility, judgment, and a preventive approach.

You must provide demonstrable previous experience as a Branch Manager, Operations Manager, Warehouse Manager, Logistics Manager, or in a similar position.
Experience managing operational teams in warehousing, picking, dispatch, and/or delivery is essential.
You will need a proven real capacity for leadership on the floor, being accustomed to being close to the team and the field to organize, train, and follow up.
We require a good level of organization, planning, Excel proficiency, and a clear orientation toward indicator tracking.
A valid Driver's License (Category B) is essential.
In terms of competencies, you must demonstrate a positive and resolute attitude, clear communication, high customer orientation, and the ability to make decisions while maintaining control under pressure.
Possessing a forklift license will be highly valued.
Experience in the food sector, working with refrigerated or frozen products, expiration dates, FEFO management, wave picking, or capillary distribution will also be positively valued.

You will join a stable project within a company in full growth with a strong track record in Barcelona.
You will have the opportunity to actively participate in the consolidation of a branch that is highly strategic for the group.
You will enjoy the autonomy to organize, professionalize, and improve the logistics operation under your charge.
You will work alongside a professional team, immersed in a demanding culture strongly oriented toward results.
You will receive a competitive salary, adjusted according to your experience. You will have a variable remuneration package conditioned on the achievement of objectives.

View original advert (Spanish)

¿Buscas un reto donde no te limites únicamente a controlar un almacén, sino que puedas liderar, organizar, marcar el ritmo y generar compromiso real? Buscamos una persona con liderazgo operativo y una clara visión de mejora continua que quiera asumir el reto de consolidar y hacer crecer la delegación de Barcelona. Si tu objetivo no es limitarte a "apagar fuegos", sino construir una operación logística estable, profesional y escalable , ¡queremos conocerte!

Liderarás la operación integral de la delegación de Barcelona para asegurar un servicio estable, eficiente y de excelente calidad.
Dirigirás el día a día de la planta: recepción, ubicación, preparación de pedidos, expedición y reparto.
Liderarás y motivarás al equipo operativo, planificando turnos, cargas de trabajo y prioridades diarias.
Asegurarás el cumplimiento de los principales KPIs: nivel de servicio, productividad, OTIF, incidencias, mermas, costes y puntualidad de las rutas. Optimizarás las rutas, las cargas y los horarios de salida coordinándote con la flota propia o con transportistas externos.
Te coordinarás constantemente con los servicios centrales (Compras, Administración, RRHH, Calidad, Dirección de Operaciones, etc.).
Implantarás y mantendrás estrictos procedimientos de trabajo, orden, limpieza y prevención de riesgos laborales.
Participarás en la mejora continua y en la implantación de herramientas como sistemas ERP y WMS/SGA.
Resolverás las incidencias operativas del día a día con agilidad, criterio y bajo un enfoque preventivo.