# Continuous Improvement & Operations Manager - Utrecht at Picnic > Netherlands · Manager · Other · open. Source: https://alderhq.app/jobs/greenhouse%3Ateampicnic%3A8377585 (read 2026-11-13). ## Facts (observed) - Company: [Picnic](https://alderhq.app/companies/picnic) - Location text: Utrecht, Netherlands; Netherlands - Where it can be done from (inferred): Netherlands (evidence: "Location: Utrecht, Netherlands; Netherlands") - Posted: 2026-11-11 (2 days ago) - First seen by alder: 2026-11-11 · last verified: 2026-11-13 - Reposted: 0 times · edited: 0 times - Apply on the employer's site: https://jobs.picnic.app/nl/vacancies?gh_jid=8377585 ## Pay and sponsorship - Posted pay: not posted - Market band for similar posted roles (Netherlands, n 222): p25 €53k, median €65k, p75 €80k ## Description (the employer's text) As an Continuous Improvement & Operations Manager at Picnic, you establish stable, high-performance processes and continuously improve them using data and clear KPIs. You own the day-to-day performance of your area, lead multiple shifts and teams, and translate analysis into concrete actions that improve safety, quality, and productivity. Through hands-on leadership and strong process discipline, you turn insights into consistent execution on the floor.​ ### Tricks of the trade - Lead daily operations: Supervise 1 shift on the floor each week, and use insight to drive process improvements and operational excellence​ - Area ownership: Own day-to-day and weekly performance of your area (inbound or outbound), delivering on safety, quality, productivity, and delivery KPIs.​ - Hands-on Leadership: Lead teams across multiple shifts, driving engagement, retention, and strong captain leadership on the floor. ​ - Incident & Planning Management: Handle major incidents, set productivity inputs, and manage planning escalations when needed.​ - Continuous Improvement: Lead improvement initiatives and support Lean activities that remove friction from daily operations. ​ - Performance Management: Drive shift-level results on delivery capacity, UPH, cost, completeness, timeliness, and perfect deliveries.​ ### What you bring - Master’s degree in relevant field​ - 3+ years Supply Chain experience​ - Comfortable managing high-volume, high-SKU workflows​ - Strong analytical skills, with a high level of competence in data analysis tools ​ - Familiarity with Lean and continuous improvement initiatives​ - Fluent in English​, Dutch is preferred - Hands-on experience in automated/semi-automated/manual fulfilment​ - Lean/continuous improvement experience​ - Proven ability to lead teams ​ - Location Flexible: We have sites throughout the Netherlands in the following locations; Utrecht, Eindhoven, Rotterdam, Heerenveen, Zwolle, Nijmegen, and Geldermalsen. During your application we will consider together which site makes most sense for you to begin your journey at Picnic. We are a fast-paced, growing company and due to this we require location flexibility from our Operations team. ### Picnic perks You'll receive a competitive compensation package, including: - 25 vacation days per year to recharge your batteries - The option to lease a car - You’ll get freshly prepared, healthy breakfast, lunches (and dinner at the FC) as well as delicious snacks and drinks available at all Picnic locations - A flexible company pension plan called “Doenpensioen” at a.s.r. - Picnic laptop and smartphone - An awesome scale-up atmosphere with the freedom to drive your own projects and the opportunity to have an impact! - The chance to work in an international environment with motivated team members & legendary company events - Many internal learning and development possibilities as well as professional soft skill & leadership trainings at a specialized external party - We have Fulfilment Centres across The Netherlands in the following locations: Utrecht, Ridderkerk, Berkel en Rodenrijs, Dordrecht, Eindhoven, Zwolle, Heerenveen, Geldermalsen. --- Data: alder (https://alderhq.app). Cite https://alderhq.app/jobs/greenhouse%3Ateampicnic%3A8377585 and the date you read it. Observed facts come from the employer's own listing; location reach, level, family and skills are inferences.