Logistics team leader

Do you want to lead in a logistics environment where you truly make a difference?
As a Logistics team leader at DPD in Oirschot, near Eindhoven, you’ll manage a team daily and ensure smooth operations. You coach employees, monitor progress, and contribute to process improvements.

What will you do?

In this role, you’ll work closely with the Operations Manager and other team leaders in a three-shift system. The working hours are 14:00–22:30, 22:30–07:00, and 22:30–07:00. Of course, you’ll receive a shift allowance on top of your salary.

You’ll lead a team of 35 colleagues, including 10 permanent staff and 25 temporary workers. At the start of your shift, you walk through the depot, create a planning, and share it with the senior operations employees. Throughout the day, you adjust where needed, solve problems, and ensure a safe working environment. You end your shift with a proper handover to your colleague.

• Coordinate daily logistics processes

• Create and manage operational planning

• Monitor KPIs and resolve bottlenecks

• Ensure a safe and compliant work environment

• Collaborate with colleagues and report to the Operations Manager

What do you bring?

• A vocational (MBO) diploma, preferably in logistics.

• 1–2 years of work experience in a logistics environment.

• Willingness to work in a three-shift system, starting Sunday evening through Friday night:

  • 14:00 – 22:30

  • 22:30 – 07:00

  • 22:30 – 07:00

• Good command of Dutch and English.

• Experience with LEAN is a plus.

• A team player who is stress-resistant and solution-oriented.

What do we offer you?

• A gross monthly salary between €2,859.76 and €4,085.37, depending on your experience and qualifications.

• A full-time position (38.75 hours per week).

• Attractive shift allowances (ORT):

  • 30% between 20:00 and 24:00

  • 45% between 00:00 and 06:00

  • 50% on Saturdays and Sundays

  • 100% on public holidays

• Training opportunities, development programs, and unlimited access to our Studyhub.

• 28 vacation days (with the option to purchase extra days) and travel expense reimbursement.

• Additional benefits: collective health insurance and an attractive pension scheme (3.55% personal contribution).

About DPD Netherlands

With 12 depots across the Netherlands and as part of Geopost, we are connected to an international network that processes 1.2 billion parcels annually. Behind these impressive numbers are thousands of colleagues who dedicate themselves every day — soon, together with you.

Our culture is entrepreneurial, reliable, and people-oriented. What started as a down-to-earth SME still lives on: practical, social, and proud. We believe in personal contact, collaboration, and taking initiative. We don’t shy away from challenges — it’s in our DNA.

We’re growing fast, have big ambitions, and you’ll truly be part of it. Together, we make the difference.

Apply now

Apply directly at DPD by clicking the red ‘Apply’ button. We’ll get in touch with you as soon as possible.
Do you have questions beforehand? Feel free to contact our corporate recruiter, Jordi Ernest, at +31 6 29 10 50 26.

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