Logistic Automation Engineer

CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products, and providers all around the world. Present in 170+ countries and with more than 110,000 employees spread over 1,500 sites, we are proud to be a Top 5 global 3PL.

We believe that our employees are the key to our success. We want to engage and empower our diverse, global team to co-create value with our customers through our solutions in contract logistics and air, ocean, ground, and finished vehicle transport. That is why CEVA Logistics offers a dynamic and exceptional work environment that fosters personal growth, innovation, and continuous improvement.

DARE TO GROW! Join CEVA Logistics, and you will be part of a team that values imagination and continued learning and is committed to excellence in everything we do. Join us in our mission to shape the future of global logistics. As we continue growing at a fast pace, will you “Dare to Grow” with us?

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO AS LOGISTICS AUTOMATION ENGINEER?

As an Automation Engineer, you will be responsible for supporting, managing, and improving a highly automated logistics environment. You operate at the intersection of technology, processes, and operations, ensuring system stability, continuous improvement, and effective stakeholder collaboration.

This role focuses on process discipline, ITIL-based problem management, structured decision-making, and clear communication. You will take ownership of technical disruptions, analyze structural issues, and contribute to sustainable improvements within operations.

As Logistics Automation Engineer you are going to do the following tasks:

• Process Ownership (MFD): Manage and monitor the end-to-end MFD workflow, Ensure consistent and correct execution of process steps, Identify and document process deviations and bottlenecks, Ensure timely follow-up to maintain operational stability;
• Problem Management (ITIL): Differentiate between incidents and structural problems, Manage problem tickets throughout the full lifecycle, Perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) using methods such as 5 Whys and Fishbone, Define and track corrective and preventive actions;
• Stakeholder Management: Communicate proactively with internal and external stakeholders, Actively gather required input from Operations, Maintenance (KNAPP), and IT, Maintain clear and structured communication (written and verbal), Ensure alignment between all involved parties;
• Continuous Improvement: Identify improvement opportunities based on analysis outcomes, Assess business impact and associated risks, Develop and present Continuous Improvement (CI) proposals, Support implementation and follow-up of improvements;

WHERE ARE YOU GOING TO WORK?

Your workplace is at our location in Bleiswijk, where we do warehousing for our big customer Zalando! There you will be part of the Operations Excellence Team, consisting of 5 colleagues. Together you ensure that our automated logistics environment is organized in the most efficient way. You will do this in a driven and professional atmosphere, where there is plenty of room for fun and connection! You report to Manager Engineering & Projects and your working hours vary between 08:00 and 18:00.

WHY IS THIS ROLE SOMETHING FOR YOU?

Do you recognize yourself in the following qualities?

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Engineering, Mechatronics, IT, Industrial Engineering, or a related field;
• Strong analytical mindset;
• Excellent communication skills;
• Proactive attitude with a strong sense of ownership;
• Resilient under pressure and well-structured;
• Able to work cross-functionally;
• Curious and eager to understand complex systems;

WHAT DO WE OFFER YOU?

At CEVA Logistics, there are plenty of opportunities to get the best out of yourself and your career. In addition to a dynamic environment in which we achieve our goals together at a high pace and in a results-oriented manner, we offer a position with room for fun and connection. This role can be the first step of a broad career path within our organization. The possibilities to follow your own path are endless!

In addition, we offer you the following:

• A gross monthly salary between € 3.206 and € 4.676 plus 8% holiday pay (classification depending on, among other things, your work experience and level of education);
• A one-year contract with the prospect of permanent employment;
• 25 vacation days and the option to buy or sell additional leave. Additionally, the number of vacation days may increase in the absence of illness;
• Travel allowance from 10.0 km home-work distance;
• Good pension scheme;
• Possibilities to participate at our CEVAfit program; and
• Possibilities to develop yourself with all kind of tools from our CEVA Academy;

HOW DO YOU BECOME OUR NEW COLLEAGUE?

Simple! Send your application with resume (letter is optional) to Remco Hendrikx, Corporate Recruiter, by e-mail to remco.hendrikx@cevalogistics.com, also reachable by phone on +31 (0)6 83 22 25 39 (also reachable via WhatsApp).

Within CEVA we have a driven and enthusiastic recruitment team. If you know someone who would like to be considered, please let us know!

Acquisition via third parties is not appreciated.

We would like to welcome you to CEVA Logistics for a challenging career!

As a global organization, and as part of the CMA CGM Group, diversity is critical to our business success; only when we can reflect the cultures, languages, behaviors and local knowledge of our customers, we can succeed. By employing people with different experiences and abilities, we expand our knowledge and increase our creativity and innovation.