Michael Page
Zürich
Head of Logistics (a)
- 23 September 2026
- 100%
- Temporary
- German (Fluent)
- Zürich
About the job
For our client, an internationally successful industrial company headquartered in the Zurich area, we are seeking an experienced Interim Head of Logistics (m/f/d). In this key role, you will assume overall responsibility for the logistics organisation of a modern production site and ensure a smooth, efficient, and safe material flow.Head of Logistics (a)
For our client, an internationally successful industrial company headquartered in the Zurich area, we are seeking an experienced Interim Head of Logistics (m/f/d). In this key role, you will assume overall responsibility for the logistics organisation of a modern production site and ensure a smooth, efficient, and safe material flow.
Job Description
As Interim Head of Logistics (a), you will lead the entire logistics organisation at the site and be responsible for operational performance in the areas of goods receipt, warehousing, order picking, and shipping. You will drive continuous improvements and ensure the highest standards regarding quality, service, and costs.
Your Responsibilities:
- Professional and disciplinary leadership as well as development of team leaders and employees
- Ensuring efficient personnel, resource, and shift planning
- Responsibility for quality, delivery reliability, and costs of the logistics organisation
- Management of the areas of goods receipt, warehousing, order picking, disposal, and shipping
- Ensuring high inventory accuracy and conducting stocktaking
- Responsibility for the safe and reliable operation of automated warehouse and intralogistics systems
- Further development of logistics processes in terms of Lean Management and Operational Excellence
- Support in quality and improvement projects
- Planning and control of investments as well as budget responsibility for the logistics area
- Ensuring compliance with HSSE, quality, and compliance requirements
- Close cooperation with internal stakeholders as well as external service providers and suppliers
Profile
- Completed training in logistics, supply chain, or engineering; further training at the level of professional certificate, HF or FH is an advantage
- Several years of leadership experience in a manufacturing industry or logistics organisation
- Proven experience in leading larger operational teams and multi-level management structures
- Sound knowledge of warehousing and logistics processes
- Experience in Lean Management, Continuous Improvement, or Operational Excellence
- Very good SAP knowledge, ideally in the modules EWM, MM, SD, or PP
- Experience with automated warehouse and conveyor systems is an advantage
- Good knowledge in occupational safety, quality management, and compliance
- Very good German and English skills, both written and spoken
The Offer
- Attractive interim mandate at an established Swiss industrial company
- Modern production and logistics environment with automated warehouse solutions
- Opportunity to actively drive sustainable improvements and change initiatives
- International working environment with short decision-making paths
