Senior Team Leader

Are you ready for a new challenge in the logistics and sports world? We are looking for a sporty department manager (team leader) in our ultra-modern warehouse! We are looking for a department manager who was born for sports in the world of logistics. You have a passion for sports and knowledge of various expertise within logistics. Leading a team and growing it at the same time is second nature. You will be the engine behind a smoothly running logistics operation and have the opportunity to show your leadership talent in an environment that is constantly moving forward. You encourage your teammates (a team of 10-25 employees) to promote Decathlon's values. You are responsible for your team management in the areas of recruitment, onboarding, planning, contracts of team mates and offboarding You motivate your team members to get the best out of themselves and take both their sports career and personal development to the next level. You are in the lead for daily operational tasks. You will coordinate all logistics activities in our state-of-the-art warehouse during one of your 'duty manager' shifts. You always think one step ahead and with your enthusiasm you easily attract new colleagues to your team. Together with the management team, you ensure sharp forecasting (daily, weekly, monthly and yearly) to achieve these goals. Including safety management: You make sure that you and every team member knows the safety procedures. You always continue to develop yourself through the training courses we offer. We work with morning and afternoon shifts (and night shifts during peak seasons). During these shifts we will be needing someone who is responsible for the warehouse (all of the processes and all the employees). And we divide these shifts among our team leaders. This means you will be duty manager for an average of 10 shifts per months. During these shifts you will make sure that everything is going well in the warehouse, and for example you will be responsible for: 90 -140 team mates per shift Communication with internal/external stakeholders during the shift For the role of Department Manager Logistics you have management knowledge and/or experience. We are looking for someone with at least a completed MBO 4 education and demonstrable knowledge of logistics processes, or other relevant work experience. You are flexible in working hours and available 38 hours per week (including a regular weekend day) A flexible team player, we believe that teamwork and flexibility is the key to success. You have an excellent command of the English language You have a background in logistics management, supply chain management or other 'management roles'. Leadership is in your nature and you are enthusiastic about helping others grow. You need a valid visa/work permit to work for us and you need to be at least 18 years old During your workweek you are available to cover a morning or afternoon shift to be duty manager for our warehouse In high season you are available to cover a duty shift during night shifts Decathlon gives you access to Open Up: a platform that helps you train for a marathon or find your body balance. Do you choose public transport? Continue to develop yourself with our range of training courses. Achieve your goals and grow into a senior role or managerial position. Are you a sports fanatic who likes to help customers find the perfect sports equipment? I work together and help where necessary. It is taking charge of your own life and playing a leading role in it. APPLICATION PROCEDURE During this telephone or video conversation, together we will discover how your sports passion and ambitions fit in with Decathlon. Contract Welcome to Decathlon! Together we are committed to our mission, and we look forward to adding your energy and enthusiasm to our sporting environment.