Project Manager Operational Excellence (m/f/d)

About the Role:

We are looking for a dynamic and results-driven Project Manager in Operational Excellence to join our team at the Regional Head Office. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing and improving operational perfor-mance, ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards, and implementing digital solutions to enhance effi-ciency. You will collect and analyze operational data, monitor key performance indicators, and drive process im-provements using methodologies such as Lean Management, Six Sigma, and Performance Management to achieve best-in-class operations. Additionally, you will collaborate with internal teams on audits, certifications, and compliance with industry standards.

Your tasks:

• Monitor the European network and support with analysis of predefined product lead times and standard processes
• Provide KPI data and create reports on a weekly and monthly basis
• Support obtaining and maintaining quality certifications on a European level
• Drive continuous improvement management processes
• Act as a contact partner and support function for the European cluster and country organizations
• Collect and analyze operational data to identify trends and improvement opportunities
• Prepare and analyze reports, briefing documents, and presentations
• Organize, prepare, and facilitate European workshops
• Ensure adherence to safety and security standards for transport and terminal handling
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders on audits, certifications, and operational excellence initia-tives
• Support the implementation of digital solutions to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction

Your Profile:

• Completed a good apprenticeship or a bachelor’s degree (preferably with a focus on logistics) and profound professional experience, ideally in the freight forwarding industry
• Proven experience in operational excellence, process improvement, or a similar role within logis-tics or transportation
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven mindset
• Knowledge of quality management standards (e.g., ISO 9001) and operational best practices.
• Experience with Lean Management, Six Sigma (Green Belt certification is a plus), and Perfor-mance Management methodologies
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work independently, thoroughly, and in a structured manner, while also supporting the team
• Fluent in written and spoken English; another European language is a plus
• Good knowledge of MS Office, especially MS Excel
• No fear of getting acquainted with new IT tools and systems
• Any international working experience will be an advantage

At DB Schenker, you are part of a global logistics network that connects the world. A network that allows you to shape your career by encouraging you to contribute and truly make a difference. With more than 70,000 colleagues worldwide, we welcome diversity and thrive on individual backgrounds, perspectives and skills. Together as one team, we are Here to move.

Do you have any further questions?
Do not hesitate to contact us.
We look forward to receiving your call/email!

Schenker Europe GmbH
Edmund-Rumpler-Strasse 3
60549 Frankfurt am Main
Germany

job@dbschenker.com

* Equal Opportunity Employer: at DB Schenker we are proud of our diverse workforce and we are committed in enhancing it further. Therefore, we welcome all applicants, regardless of gender, age, disability, nationality, religion or sexual orientation.