Team Lead Warehouse

The Job

For our Distribution Center in Tilburg, we are looking for a Team Lead VAS Warehouse. In this role, you will lead the Value Added Services (VAS) department, where daily operations include both automated and manual activities such as labeling, repacking, and other customer-specific value-added services.

As Team Lead VAS Warehouse, you will be responsible, together with three Team Coordinators, for the daily management, coaching, and development of a team of approximately 60 permanent employees, supplemented by varying numbers of temporary workers depending on seasonal demands and operational needs. You will ensure effective planning, clear task allocation, and a safe, structured working environment where quality, productivity, and teamwork are key priorities.

You will also play an important role in identifying, addressing, and preventing absenteeism and potential absenteeism within your team. Therefore, we are looking for someone who is confident, communicative, and able to engage employees in constructive and supportive conversations. You will report to the Head of Warehouse Operations and work closely with three fellow Team Leads, HR, and supporting departments to continuously improve the daily operation.

Your Mission

• Lead the VAS department on an operational level, coaching, guiding, and developing employees.
• Plan and organize work activities for both permanent employees and temporary staff.
• Monitor and improve processes related to quality, productivity, safety, and collaboration.
• Actively contribute to absenteeism prevention by recognizing early warning signs and addressing them through constructive conversations.
• Ensure effective alignment and collaboration with HR, Planning, Operations, and other departments across the organization.
• Adapt to seasonal peaks and fluctuating volumes while maintaining control over employee engagement, productivity, and quality standards.

Your Talent

• MBO+/Bachelor's level of working and thinking.
• At least 3 years of experience as a Team Leader in a logistics environment.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to conduct clear and respectful conversations regarding employability, performance, behavior, and absenteeism.
• Fluent in both Dutch and English, spoken and written.
• Proactive, responsible, and capable of recognizing early signs of absenteeism or reduced employability.
• Affinity with VAS processes, warehouse systems, and continuous improvement of daily operational practices.

This role is based in Tilburg, the Netherlands. Working remotely from other countries is not possible.

To apply for this role, you must already have the legal right to work in the Netherlands. We will not apply for work or residence permits.

We Offer

• Our salaries are based on 38 hours per week, but fulltime work is 40 hours per week. Instead, you choose between a lot of holidays; 40 per year ór choose for a 40-hour salary per month with still 28 holidays. You can switch every six months;
• Annual bonus scheme;
• New hires (introduction) days;
• Great offer of e-learnings and a training offer for personal development;
• Enough free fruit for you daily vitamins;
• A travel allowance of €0.25 per kilometre is provided.
• 8% holiday allowance, employee insurances and a good pension scheme;
• Employee discount on the PUMA, Levi’s, Fuelforfans and BMW Lifestyle websites;
• Modern workspace and a good working atmosphere;
• International working environment with colleagues of more than 50 different nationalities;
• Community involvement (STICHD impact tool);
• Work hard, play hard. Our STICHD-events are legendary.

About Us

We like to think of ourselves as a family of experts.

Ok, we know what you’re thinking: at over 700 members, that’s a pretty big family. But what we really mean is that, whatever our skills or our story, whatever the task or the time pressure, we’re in it together. Pushing each other, backing each other and believing in each other, always.

We’re one STICHD. And that matters, because this one company does a lot.

We partner with some of the world’s most iconic brands to create products that people love. From socks and underwear to swim and fanwear. From PUMA and Levi’s to Formula 1 and Manchester City. From design and logistics to retail and events. From our HQ in the Netherlands to sales offices and logistics centres all over the world. Like we said: a lot.

Why join us?

Because at STICHD, you get the best of both worlds. The buzz and exposure of working on a global scale with the world’s biggest brands. The freedom and flexibility to find your own passion and follow your own path. But most of all, because we care. We really care. About our brands and products. About each package and every fan’s experience. About one another.

We have some amazing people at STICHD. People with different backgrounds and skillsets, perspectives and personalities. Global leaders in their field who always stay curious, grounded and never stop learning.

Does this sound like it could be you? Click ‘apply’ and show us what you’ve got!

AQCUISITION AS A RESULT OF VACANIES IS NOT APPRECIATED

STICHD provides equal opportunities for all job applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or disability. Equality for all is one of the core principles at STICHD and PUMA, and we do not tolerate any form of harassment or discrimination.

At STICHD and PUMA, every application is reviewed by real people who are committed to fairness, transparency, and equal opportunity - no matter your background, identity, or experience. To ensure our process stays true to these values, no automated systems or AI tools are used to make hiring decisions. Every decision is made by real people -with real judgment and accountability. We may use functions supported by Artificial Intelligence (AI) to carry out isolated organizational steps, such as scheduling interviews. These functions have no influence on decisions in the application process. We believe in creating spaces where everyone is welcome, celebrated, and empowered to contribute authentically.