Job Description
As Process Engineer you’ll be responsible for executing process optimizations related to our (automated) logistics solutions in use. Together with the customer and colleagues, you’ll measure and report the performance of the customers process. By using system-generated data, you will analyze this performance, identify improvements and propose solutions. This could be both technical solutions (such as equipment modifications or software changes) and operational solutions (such as handling procedures and planning changes).
You will be coordinating root-cause finding for complex system errors as well as performance improvement studies and continuous improvement services. This also includes day to day operational steering on KPI’s. As a part of your work on continuous improvement, you actively identify improvements and modifications from the field and translate these into customer business cases.
Where requested you also support with the testing and implementation of the improvements. While doing, you will build a strong network within the service team as well as with the client. You’ll also develop tools as dashboards and methods to measure and monitor system and process performance.
Your profile
As Process Engineer you’re able to act on operational, tactical and strategic level. On the one hand you are able to communicate with service technicians and software experts about technical details and understand the activities of the operators on the site. On the other hand you know how to present the benefits of a specific solution in a convincing and constructive way on management level. You have strong analytical capabilities, together with an entrepreneurial approach in which you are responsible to take the initiative and make decisions. You have excellent communication skills and you are able to build good relationships with our customers, both in the office environment as on the shopfloor.
- You have finished a master degree in for example: Logistics, Supply Chain or Industrial Engineering;
- You have affinity with working in a technical and logistical environment;
- Minimum of 3+ years of experience in a similar role;
- Experience with stakeholder management;
- Strong analytical skills and an interest in databases and data analytics tooling;
- Good proficiency in Excel and data analysis tools.
- Knowledge of databases, SQL, Power BI, Python, or other information analysis tools.
- A strong focus on continuous improvement and root cause analysis.
- Ability to coordinate with different technical and operational teams.
- B2 level of English.
- Willing to travel to other sites in Europe.
Your department
Within this complex network of processes, Vanderlande Service maintenance and optimization of a significant part the material handling system for parcels and Amazon. You will work together with other departments in the company such as the Global Service Desk, Process Engineers at other locations and operations. And you will work together with customers.
Contact
If this opportunity aligns with your expertise and ambitions, we invite you to apply by submitting your CV and cover letter.
Diversity & Inclusion
Vanderlande embraces diversity in all its forms. We welcome qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, or disability status.
Skills Required
- Master's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
- At least 3 years of experience in a similar role
- Experience with stakeholder management
- Strong analytical skills and interest in databases and data analytics tools
- Proficiency in Excel and data analysis tools
- Knowledge of databases, SQL, Power BI, Python, or other information analysis tools
- Strong focus on continuous improvement and root cause analysis
- Ability to coordinate with technical and operational teams
- B2 level of English
- Willingness to travel to other sites in Europe
Vanderlande Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Vanderlande and has not been reviewed or approved by Vanderlande.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive, with day‑one eligibility in many U.S. roles and employer‑paid protections that reduce out‑of‑pocket exposure. Feedback suggests medical, dental, and vision are a clear strength.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting in the U.S. Feedback suggests this forms a solid pillar of the total rewards package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays are characterized as generous relative to peers. Compressed workweek options in some roles further support time away and recovery.
Vanderlande Insights
What We Do
Vanderlande is the global market leader for future-proof logistic process automation at airports. The company is also a leading supplier of process automation solutions for warehouses and in the parcel market. Vanderlande’s baggage handling systems are capable of moving over 4 billion pieces of baggage around the world per year. Its systems are active in more than 600 airports including 12 of the world’s top 20. More than 52 million parcels are sorted by its systems every day, which have been installed for the world’s leading parcel companies. In addition, many of the largest global e-commerce players and retailers have confidence in Vanderlande’s efficient and reliable solutions. The company focuses on the optimisation of its customers’ business processes and competitive positions. Through close cooperation, it strives for the improvement of their operational activities and the expansion of their logistical achievements. Vanderlande’s extensive portfolio of integrated solutions – innovative systems, intelligent software and life-cycle services – results in the realisation of fast, reliable and efficient automation technology. Established in 1949, Vanderlande has more than 7,500 employees, all committed to moving its customers’ businesses forward at diverse locations on every continent. With a consistently increasing turnover of 1.8 billion euros, it has established a global reputation over the past seven decades as a highly reliable partner for future-proof logistic process automation. Vanderlande was acquired in 2017 by Toyota Industries Corporation, which will help it to continue its sustainable profitable growth. The two companies have a strong strategic match, and the synergies include cross-selling, product innovations, and research and development.
