Managing Director Logistics & Distribution

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Shape the Future of Logistics at Fielmann

Join Fielmann at a defining moment in our growth journey. As Managing Director Logistics & Distribution, you will establish and lead Fielmann Group's new highly automated logistics centre in Chomutov—a unique operation within the Group. Together with an experienced leadership team, you will help shape the future of our global supply chain through operational excellence, automation and innovation.

As one of two Managing Directors at the site, you will be responsible for all logistics and distribution operations, while jointly shaping the site's strategy and overseeing selected corporate functions. You will report directly to the Vice President Global Supply Chain and serve as a member of the Global Leadership Team.

Scope of Responsibility

• End-to-end responsibility for Logistics & Distribution
• Approximately 400 employees (600 employees across the site)
• Up to 6 direct reports
• Two-shift operation
• 20,000 m² distribution centre
• Warehouse capacity of 1.5 million items
• Processing approximately 11,000 e-commerce and 3,000 B2B orders per day

Your Key Responsibilities

• Lead all logistics and distribution operations with full accountability for safety, quality, productivity and cost performance.
• Drive operational excellence through Lean Management, automation, digitalization and continuous improvement.
• Develop long-term investment, modernization and capacity expansion plans aligned with the Group strategy.
• Ensure compliance with internal standards, legal requirements and industry regulations.
• Lead, inspire and develop a high-performing logistics leadership team.
• Together with the Managing Director Manufacturing, share responsibility for Finance & Controlling, HR, IT, Quality, Engineering, Facilities and HSE.
• Represent Fielmann Chomutov within the Group and towards external partners.
• Contribute to global Manufacturing & Logistics initiatives that improve customer service, efficiency and business performance.

What We Are Looking For

• Extensive senior leadership experience in logistics, distribution or supply chain management.
• Proven success in leading large-scale, high-volume logistics operations.
• Strong financial and business acumen with experience in budgeting and performance management.
• Strategic mindset combined with hands-on operational leadership.
• Strong people leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Passion for automation, digitalization and continuous improvement.
• Master's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management or a related technical field.
• Professional proficiency in English.

Why Join Us?

This is a rare opportunity to build and lead a flagship logistics operation that will set new standards within the Fielmann Group. You will have the autonomy to shape the organization, drive innovation and make a lasting impact on our global supply chain.

If this opportunity matches your ambitions and experience, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please submit your CV in Czech and English, together with a cover letter describing your motivation and the value you would bring to this role.

If your background is primarily in manufacturing and you have senior leadership experience in the optical industry, we would also be pleased to receive your CV. We will soon begin recruiting for the position of Managing Director Manufacturing, and we would be happy to stay in touch regarding this upcoming opportunity.