About this role
<p><span id="cke_bm_465S" style="display:none"> </span></p> <p>Req ID 87474 | Ostrov, Czech Republic, ZF Aftermarket Ostrov s.r.o.</p> <p> </p> <div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>About the Team:</b></H2> </div><div><p>ZF is establishing a new state-of-the-art distribution center in Ostrov, which will become a key logistics hub within our global supply chain. This facility integrates advanced automation, digital technologies, and data-driven logistics to enhance operational efficiency.</p> <p>As a Logistics Operations Manager, you will play a central role in ensuring the day-to-day operations of your warehouse shift run smoothly and efficiently. In addition to operational leadership, the position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to complex logistics projects — from designing network flows and distribution channels to co-shaping future expansions of the center, including the planning of additional warehouse space. This is a role for proactive leaders ready to influence both the present and future of ZF's logistics.</p> <p><br><strong>What you can look forward to as Logistics Operations Manager?</strong></p> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li>Managing daily operations of the logistics center, ensuring smooth and efficient processes in line with project and business requirements</li> <li>Leading and developing approx. 150 employees on your shift</li> <li>Ensuring operational performance, adherence to KPIs, and continuous improvement of processes</li> <li>Creating and maintaining a safe and compliant work environment, in accordance with company policies and legal regulations</li> <li>Contributing to complex logistics projects — such as network design optimization, transportation and distribution channel setup, warehouse layout planning, and expansion initiatives</li> <li>Working in shifts </li> </ul> <p><br><strong>Your profile as Logistics Operations Manager:</strong></p> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li>Proven experience in a similar logistics leadership role</li> <li>Solid understanding of end-to-end logistics processes (inbound/outbound, picking, packaging, inventory)</li> <li>Fluent English and Czech, both written and spoken</li> <li>Demonstrated leadership capabilities with a hands-on, proactive mindset</li> <li>Experience in managing logistics-related projects or operational expansions is a strong advantage</li> <li>Strong communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills</li> <li>Ability to think strategically while managing operational details</li> </ul> <p><br><strong>Why you should choose ZF in Ostrov?</strong></p> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li>Be part of a global company launching a major logistics operation in the Czech Republic, bringing long-term stability, challenges, and growth opportunities</li> <li>Join a driven and enthusiastic local team with the energy of a startup backed by the scale of a global leader</li> <li>Competitive remuneration and benefits package, including employer contributions to supplementary pension insurance and others</li> <li>Opportunities for further development, internal mobility, and training</li> <li>Performance and annual bonuses</li> <li>Company car</li> <li>5 weeks vacation</li> <li>Language courses and external training</li> </ul></div></div></div><p> </p> <p>Be part of our ZF team as Logistics Operations Manager (m/f/d) and apply now!</p> <p>Contact</p> <p>Igor Culek</p> <p>+420 727 884 604</p>