Engineering Logistics Manager (f/m/d)

About the Role:

Based in Stadtallendorf and embedded in the Infrastructure Engineering (Logistics Management) team, this leadership position is responsible for steering logistics engineering projects end to end, from design and implementation to optimization and budget governance. The role focuses on leading and developing a team of logistics engineering specialists while ensuring effective coordination across automation, IT/SAP, Supply Chain and Purchasing.

Main Responsibilities:

Overall responsibility for the design, realization and optimization of logistics projects, including warehouses, intralogistics systems, transport and picking solutions
End-to-end project management of logistics engineering projects, including budget responsibility (CAPEX/OPEX)
Coordination and alignment of automation systems (e.g. PLC, SCADA, HMI, networks and interfaces) within logistics projects
Close collaboration with IT/SAP (especially SAP EWM) to ensure reliable and future-oriented system integration
Continuous optimization of standards, tools and methodologies, e.g. Digital Twin, virtualization, BIM and naming standards
Cross-functional interface management with Engineering functions (such as Utilities, Facilities, ...), Supply Chain and Purchasing
Support and collaboration with Purchasing during tendering, supplier negotiations, contract management and change management
Ensuring knowledge transfer and capitalization of best practices across plants and projects
Leadership and development of a small team of logistics engineering specialists

About You:

Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Automation, IT or a comparable technical field
Several years of professional experience (approx. 8+ years) in logistics engineering, intralogistics or automation projects
Proven project management experience in complex industrial environments (preferably FMCG or manufacturing)
Strong technical know-how in: Automation and control systems (PLC, SCADA, HMI), IT / system interfaces and networks, SAP knowledge (ideally SAP EWM) as well as mechanical and logistics-related processes
Experience in working with cross-functional and international stakeholders
Leadership mindset with the ability to coordinate teams and external partners
Structured, solution-oriented and proactive working style
Very good English skills (German is an advantage)

Our Benefits & Perks:

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About Ferrero:

Ferrero began its journey in the small town of Alba in Piedmont, Italy, in 1946. Today, it is one of the world’s largest sweet-packaged food companies, with many iconic brands sold in countries all over the world.

Find out more about Ferrero at ferrero.com.

DE&I at Ferrero:

Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative, and highly rewarding. Find out more here.

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