Deputy Site Manager
Instabee · Vianen, Netherlands
Want to help build the future of last-mile e-commerce logistics across Europe? At Instabee (Budbee), we deliver millions of parcels every month for leading merchants like bol, H&M, and Vinted. For our hub in Vianen, we are looking for a hands-on Deputy Site Manager. In this role, you drive daily operations, coach the team, and step in as the direct stand-in for the Site Manager.What You'll Do- Lead & empower: Act as a visible leader on the floor—coaching team members, building morale, and ensuring a safe, positive work environment.
- Deputy responsibility: Act as the Site Manager's right hand and take full operational ownership of the site whenever needed.
- Drive KPIs & performance: Monitor daily throughput, cost efficiency, and service levels, proactively resolving deviations in operational processes.
- Continuous improvement: Lead operational changes, optimize workflows, and coordinate with third-party staffing agencies on workforce planning.
- People management: Conduct interviews, drive onboarding, resolve personnel matters, and develop talent across shifts.
General Management Responsibilities- Uphold Instabee’s policies, safety standards, and labor compliance across the site.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement by actively implementing ideas from the floor.
- Maintain positive collaboration with local workforce representatives and trade unions (where applicable).
What We Are Looking For- Proven leadership experience in logistics, warehousing, or fast-paced last-mile operations.
- Availability and flexibility to work evening and night shifts (essential to our parcel sorting and dispatch cycles).
- A decisive, present leader who thrives on the warehouse floor rather than behind a desk.
- Strong problem-solving skills with a solid grip on operational KPIs.
- Fluent communication skills in English (conversational proficiency in Dutch is a strong advantage on the floor).
- Based within commuting distance of Vianen.
What We Offer- 🎂 26 vacation days per year + your birthday off (based on full-time)
- 🏦 8% employer-paid pension (no personal contribution needed)
- 🚆 Travel reimbursement if you live >10 KM from our hub in Vianen.
- 🧘 Well-being allowance (€25 per month)
- 💻📱 High-end equipment provided
Sound like a match?Most of the job is learned on site, so don't hold back if you're missing a point or two. If you know how to lead a team and keep an operation moving, we want to hear from you. Send us your CV and tell us why you want to join.