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On-site in Nieuwegein·Added 5 days ago (last checked 31 Oct)
Our summary
- Salary
- €4,500 - €6,400 a month
- Work mode
- On-site, Nieuwegein
- Languages
- Dutch
- Experience
- 3+ years




Skills
Nice to have
Jumbo is hiring for this role in several places. This vacancy is in Utrecht.
This job advert was originally written in Dutch.
Requirements
What we're looking for
a completed Bachelor's or Master's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or (Technical) Business Administration is a plus;
You have at least 3 years of relevant leadership work experience within a Supply Chain or production environment;
Experience in a mechanized warehouse/production environment is a plus;
You are a true people manager and are strong in developing a team;
Pay & benefits
What you'll get
- A salary between €4,500 and €6,400 gross per month, excluding allowances for the 4-shift roster (we pay every four weeks), tailored to the education, knowledge, and experience you bring;
- An annual bonus of up to 5% of your annual salary;
- A personal development budget and training opportunities via Jumbo Academy;
- A bicycle plan;
- Growth opportunities;
- The possibility to participate in our collective health insurance.
- 30 vacation days and 8% holiday allowance.
- 10% discount on your groceries, which we pay out via your salary.
The role
As a Production Manager (in shift work), your goal is to lead cooperation and management effectively and to optimize our production process at a tactical and strategic level. You will be given a great deal of responsibility and autonomy, enabling you like no other to activate and connect the various links within the CDC Vers. Everything to ensure that the customer is served to the maximum every single day.
What you'll do
- Working within a shift according to the goals set by operations, together with your team.
- Leading and coaching your team, being visible on the production floor, and acting as a point of contact for your team or other colleagues.
- You work closely with colleagues in the control room to make and take substantive decisions that deviate from a 'happy flow'.
- The execution of the total production process from receipt of goods to outgoing goods, in line with the production policy and in collaboration with various colleagues.
- Participating in or leading improvement projects within your portfolio and being responsible for an optimal setup of the departments.
- Ensuring effective communication and direction for your team.
- Responsible for identifying and analyzing deviations in production work processes and implementing improvement proposals in accordance with the JPS/LEAN methodology.
How you'll work
In Nieuwegein stands our state-of-the-art central distribution center (CDC Vers) in which our Fresh products are stored. Our mechanized CDC Vers is equipped with the newest and most advanced technologies on the market with the ultimate goal of getting all our products to the customer. In April 2024, our CDC Vers in Nieuwegein opened and is running at full capacity. Around 2.5 million shipments are realized per week by the team.
This is what we are looking for in our Production Manager:
Naturally, you are someone who has 100% focus on the customer. You are someone who likes to go the extra mile. You want to get the best out of yourself, and therefore you want to learn new things. You put a lot of energy into your work because you want to derive a lot of satisfaction from it. That is how you are built. Your efforts deserve great results. That is what you are worth. You think in terms of opportunities to improve results.
And furthermore...
Being the most customer-friendly company in the world. That means responding to the wishes of the customer as well as our colleagues. As Production Manager, you may therefore also expect something from us. Because we ensure that you feel good in your skin, have job satisfaction, and grow in your profession. You will also receive:
Do we look forward to your application?
Become the entrepreneur of your own career and apply as a Production Manager. If you have any questions about the vacancy or the position, do not hesitate to contact us. We are happy to help you with your questions.
About Jumbo
Jumbo is a grocery retailer operating supermarkets under the Jumbo Supermarkten brand, offering a wide assortment of food and daily essentials with a focus on everyday low prices. Customers can shop in stores or order groceries online for home delivery or collection at pick-up points, supported by the Jumbo app and a loyalty program with personal offers, points and savings promotions.
The company's work spans store operations, logistics and grocery delivery as well as office functions, and its careers site presents openings ranging from part-time jobs to long-term careers, with the message that everyone brings something different and that this is what helps the company move forward together.
- Industry
- Retail
In their own words
About the company & team
As a Production Manager, you are an important link for our Management Team in Nieuwegein. You will be working at our hyper-modern distribution center in Nieuwegein. You will be part of the team led by the Manager Operations Klaas van Dee.