Warehouse Area Manager, 3PL
TLDR
Serve as a hands-on Area Manager overseeing the integration with 3PL partners, focusing on accountability for SLAs and continuous operations improvement within EU fulfillment operations.
Hold the 3PL partner accountable to contracted SLAs and KPIs by monitoring performance, conducting structured reviews, and tracking corrective actions for any identified gaps.
Serve as the primary liaison between the 3PL partner and Spreetail’s central functions (Technology, Transportation, Account Management), translating strategic requirements into clear operational instructions.
Monitor real-time inventory levels, order statuses, and shipment planning via our WMS (Linnworks) to ensure on-time delivery and proactively flag discrepancies across B2B and B2C flows.
Ensure strict 3PL adherence to Spreetail’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), acting as the lead point of contact for rolling out system updates, new SOPs, or new client onboardings.
Produce regular operational reports for internal stakeholders and analyze WMS data to track metrics like on-time shipment (OTS), order accuracy, and inbound receive performance.
Identify continuous process improvement opportunities within 3PL operations and build collaborative, solutions-focused relationships to implement effective changes.
Fluency in both German and English is required (additional European languages are a strong advantage).
Demonstrated hands-on experience coordinating core warehouse workflows (inbound, outbound, returns) with exposure to both B2B and B2C fulfilment environments.
Proficiency in Linnworks or equivalent WMS/ERP systems, combined with a strong analytical mindset to leverage operational data, build reports, and identify trends.
Clear, confident communication skills with a proven track record of holding external partners accountable while maintaining productive, collaborative working relationships.
Excellent organizational skills and self-motivation, capable of prioritizing effectively and managing multiple workstreams autonomously across multi-site operations.
Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, or equivalent practical experience (certifications such as APICS, Six Sigma, or IOSH are a plus).
Spreetail partners with brands to boost their ecommerce presence by purchasing premium products and strategically listing them on leading marketplaces like Amazon and Walmart. With innovative software and a network of fulfillment centers ensuring next-day shipping for most of the U.S., Spreetail expertly drives sales growth while optimizing operational efficiency for its partners.
- Founded
- Founded 2006
- Employees
- 500+ employees
- Industry
- Internet Software & Services
- Total raised
- $210M raised