OverviewDistribution Center Site Manager (warehouse Operations + Logistics) – Banyeres del Penedès. You’ll join during the final build phase, drive the setup, and lead the recruitment and training of your team to supply over 200 stores. The site will grow to a 3-shift operation with around 300 colleagues. This is a role that builds from the ground up and evolves with the business.You’ll report to the Regional Supply Chain Manager and be part of the Regional Management Team for Spain, Portugal, Italy and Slovakia. You’ll visit other DCs to learn how we run operations and to build strong cross-site relationships.Your mission is to supervise, manage the setup, and run the DC in Banyeres. Initially you’ll onboard and align with international colleagues involved in the build phase, then hire and train your local team to deliver the best possible service to our stores (starting with 50 stores, expanding to 200+).When operational, you’ll lead the teams, oversee daily deliveries, and scale the site through the development of a three-shift operation as volumes grow. This is a team effort with you at the helm, ensuring a safe, secure, and high-performing operation aligned with company standards. Our Supply Chain operates in a matrix structure, so you’ll work closely with European teams in Process, Transport, Human Resources and Facilities to secure the right support for your site.Operational ManagementLead all DC operations and teams to ensure high-quality, safe, and cost-efficient operations.Drive process improvements and implement logistics procedures to boost performance and consistency, in collaboration with central leadership.Take ownership of key financial results.People ManagementRecruit, onboard, and develop your team in close cooperation with the HR Business Partner.Foster a culture of continuous development, ownership, and performance improvement.Collaborate with the Works Council and Unions to maintain a positive and productive work environment.Project ManagementLead all site-level projects as Project Manager.Represent the DC as a project member in European initiatives.Align with your manager and European project leads to stay connected with developments across self-managed DCs.Meet your teamWe serve over 3,000 stores across Europe and continue to grow, with multi-site operations and a major logistical challenge: moving 6,000+ products efficiently and cost-effectively.Our Supply Chain team is 13,000 strong across 7 countries, with ongoing collaboration with central teams in Process, IT, Facilities, and Transport.This is youYou know international supply chains and thrive in fast-paced retail logistics. You’re excited to build and lead a DC from the ground up. Safety, performance, and continuous improvement are in your DNA—you think ahead and act now. You spot opportunities to improve store deliveries and align with international experts to make it happen. You engage your team and build strong relationships with colleagues, the works council, and unions. You’re structured, reliable, and deadline-driven, yet pragmatic when needed to get things done. This role offers growth with the DC as it evolves and as you step into regional leadership or specialist roles.You bringA master’s degree in Logistics, Operations, or a related field7–8+ years of experience in retail logistics, ideally in a similar roleSolid understanding of transportation and how it fits in the bigger pictureExperience with ERP, WMS, and MS Office toolsStrong background in labor relations and working with unions, with a clear results focusFamiliarity with European DC networks and ways of workingFluent in Spanish and English (spoken and written)Lean certification is a plusStrong organizational skills, structured approach, and ability to follow throughA hands-on, pragmatic mindsetWhat we offerFrom your base in Banyeres del Penedès (near Tarragona/Barcelona), you’ll shape the supply chain for all of Europe. With 3,000+ stores in 11 countries—and growing—our scale provides opportunities for growth, new roles, and innovative projects.Our culture is simple and focused, built on customer focus, teamwork, simplicity, discipline, cost awareness, and respect.You can count on:A permanent full-time contractCompetitive salary with annual and long-term performance bonusesCompany car, laptop, and mobile phone15% staff discount in our storesExtensive training and development opportunitiesSeniority levelDirectorEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionManagement, Business Development, and Project ManagementIndustries: RetailNote: This description focuses on the responsibilities, qualifications, and offerings of the Distribution Center Site Manager role.
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