Project Leader Field Quality

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Veghel
Senior level
Logistics • Other • Software
The Role
The Project Leader Field Quality will lead the Global Problem-Solving Unit, focusing on coordinating actions across various departments to solve problems, improving quality processes, managing stakeholders, and driving continuous improvement initiatives while utilizing strong analytical skills and problem-solving methods.
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Job TitleProject Leader Field Quality

Job Description

The Global Problem-Solving Unit (GPSU), reports into the Global Operations department of our Warehousing Business Unit. It also provides problem-solving capability to the Airports and Parcel Business Unit. The GPSU takes lead in coordinate actions across the responsible BU's and departments to deliver effective solutions. This invariably requires undertaking root cause analysis with the relevant subject matter experts from Technology and/or Supply, and subsequently collaborating with them to ensure we deliver an effective solution. The GPSU coordinates with relevant Customer Centres to ensure the delivery of these solutions for our customers.

Given the above, the Major Problem Manager for GPSU must have an analytical approach to problem solving, as well as the ability to communicate effectively, and to influence internal and external stakeholders.

The Global Problem-Solving Unit (GPSU), reports into the Global Operations department of our Warehousing Business Unit. It also provides problem-solving capability to the Airports and Parcel Business Unit. The GPSU takes lead in coordinate actions across the responsible BU's and departments to deliver effective solutions. This invariably requires undertaking root cause analysis with the relevant subject matter experts from Technology and/or Supply, and subsequently collaborating with them to ensure we deliver an effective solution. The GPSU coordinates with relevant Customer Centres to ensure the delivery of these solutions for our customers.

Given the above, the Major Problem Manager for GPSU must have an analytical approach to problem solving, as well as the ability to communicate effectively, and to influence internal and external stakeholders.

What will you be doing?

In your role you will have a responsibility for following:

  • Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical abilities with experience in structured problem-solving methods (e.g., Fishbone, IS/IS-NOT). Skilled in coordinating cross-functional efforts for efficient resolution.
  • Stakeholder Management and Communication: Excellent communication to influence diverse stakeholders, presenting findings clearly for decision-making, and providing regular updates to leadership.
  • Leadership and Team Coordination: Proven experience leading multidisciplinary teams on quality and safety issues, managing expectations, and advocating for customer interests.
  • Quality and Process Improvement: Knowledge of quality systems, audits, and assessments to ensure lasting corrective actions. Skilled in fostering a preventative quality culture and driving continuous improvement.
  • Adaptability and Responsiveness: Flexible to travel if needed, with a proactive approach to escalations and support across disciplines.

What do we ask from you?

For this role, we ask that you bring:

  • Bachelor/Master’s Degree in Technical discipline or Quality Management with at least 8 years of work experience.
  • Stake holder management;
  • Ability to think in terms of business risks and opportunities, and accordingly manage work priorities;
  • Experience with working on, and leading cross functional teams as a facilitator;
  • “CAN DO” mentality • Ideally, you would bring experience in or knowledge of o Experience in applying problem solving methods (8D, PSDM, RATIO, A3) o Lean, Six sigma, FMEA;
  • Understanding of the principles of Risk Management;
  • Experience in Quality Management, Quality Assurance, or Continuous Improvement;

What We Offer?A salary varying between € 6.000 to € 7.000 gross per month (excluding 8% holiday allowance).

  • 40 vacation days (20 statutory days plus a flexible budget worth 20 days that can also be used to complement your salary).
  • Flexible work hours with a hybrid workplace and a commuting allowance, including full reimbursement for travel by public transport.
  • A Health & Wellbeing budget worth €300 per calendar year for activities like bike repairs, sports subscriptions, wellness treatments, massages, and more.
  • A collective pension scheme and discounts on additional health insurance.
  • Access to an on-site gym, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, two company restaurants, and a coffee bar with a barista.
  • Opportunities to enhance your skills through the Vanderlande Academy and training facilities


Diversity & Inclusion
Vanderlande is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability.
Interested? Contact the recruiter for this position: [email protected]m

The Company
Marietta, GA
7,500 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 1949

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.

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