Manager Operations Planning (f/m/d)

As our Manager Operations Planning, you're the person who makes sure the right people are in the right place at the right time. You build and run the labour planning system for our logistics site in Neuenburg, turning data into weekly plans that keep running smoothly. Your work sits at the crossroads of analytics, operational coordination, and project delivery. Design and operate the site's labour planning system, built on productivity historic data, attendance patterns, and volume forecasts Deliver a detailed weekly staffing plan and maintain a rolling 21-day capacity outlook, adjustment for volume shifts, planned downtime, and staff availability When gaps appear, you identify and activate short-term capacity levers — fixes that work now without creating headaches later Analysis seasonal volume trends and connect them with hiring lead times to build ramp-up plans for peak periods Prepare analyses, calculations, and decision material for the Site Lead: translating data into recommendations that are clear enough to act on Own small and medium-sized logistics projects from start to finish and contribute to larger crossfunctional initiatives Keep stakeholders in the loop with regular, structured updates on KPIs, productivity, and capacity utilisation. No one likes surprises when it comes to numbers

A degree from a university or university of applied sciences (University of Applied Sciences) in a relevant field, or equivalent further education combined with experience in workforce planning, demand forecasting, or supply chain management Strong analytical skills, ideally backed by relevant training or certifications. You're comfortable building planning models and translating data into actionable insights Hands-on experience in project management, ideally in logistics or infrastructure projects. Fluent written and spoken German and English Confident use of Excel and planning or BI tools. Experience with warehouse management systems You're solution-oriented, pragmatic, and a natural organizer. Your communication style is confident, open, and adapted to your audience Identifying opportunities for improvement and implementation changes to enhance productivity and effectiveness Maintaining resilience and agility while regulating as needed

Values, not empty words: Cooperative, innovative, piratesque, responsible, ambitious – these five values are what we practice and preach. Courageous thinking: We encourage everyone to think on their feet, and love it when You come up with bold or edgy ideas. Uncomplicated approach: Simplicity is at our core. We avoid the exclusion and focus on what really matters – from overcoming challenges to acquire our shared successes. Flexibility and freedom: We offer working-from-home options, up to 8 weeks of workation, and every position is possible with an 80% workload. Rapid growth: With us, growth is a continuous journey. So we support you with EDU Points (1600 € or 2000 minutes) per year for your professional development so there's no risk of you getting stuck in a rut. 28 days of holiday, exclusive employee conditions in our online shop, a shuttle service and other benefits. Diversity is our culture. To build the best team, we want to draw from the full spectrum of talent out there. This means people from all walks of life have the same opportunities with us, preventing their ethnicity, religion, disability status, gender identity, sexual orientation or age. We believe true inclusion means everyone is welcome and each contribution is valuable. Workload: 80% - 100%