Site Manager

Site Manager

About NewCold
NewCold is a global leader in advanced food logistics. Our warehouses and transport network sit at the center of the food supply chain. Connecting the world’s major food manufacturers with retailers and food service providers.

Our goal is to keep the world’s food fresh and safe with our proprietary technologies and innovative solutions.

NewCold designs, builds, and operates state-of-the-art cold storage facilities that are highly automated. We push the boundaries of logistics with end-to-end storage and transport operations that add greater resilience, efficiency, and sustainability to supply chains on four continents. And we are growing rapidly.

To support our rapid growth, we’re constantly looking for talented people to join our team. Want to be a part of a dynamic, forward-thinking environment? Join us!

Your role as a Site Manager

In your role as a Site Manager you are responsible for managing day‑to‑day site operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, performance, quality, and budget compliance, while leading teams to achieve business objectives.

You will lead end-to-end site operations — managing inbound and outbound flows, customer service, transport coordination, and workforce planning.

You will build and guide a high-performance team while ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency every day. You will work closely with cross-functional colleagues across our global network.

What will you do?

• Ensure smooth operation of site activities
• Plan and oversee production activities
• Manage budget and operating costs
• Define performance objectives and action plans to achieve them
• Ensure the quality of products or services
• Negotiate with suppliers and customers
• Ensure full compliance with health and safety standards to protect employees’ wellbeing
• Lead, coach, and motivate teams
• Anticipate future needs of site and business
• Manage risks and operational challenges

Who are we looking for?

• Automation-savvy operations leader – with experience in high-automation or AS/RS warehouse environments and strong understanding of WMS/WCS and data tools (e.g., Power BI).
• Greenfield & scale-up experience – proven ability to lead through construction, commissioning, ramp-up, and stabilization in a new-site environment.
• P&L and performance ownership – comfortable managing operational budgets, productivity levers, and financial KPIs to ensure efficient, profitable site performance.
• People builder & culture shaper – skilled at hiring, developing, and leading multidisciplinary teams, fostering accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Hands-on & analytical – able to operate strategically while staying close to operations, using data to drive decision-making and problem-solving.
• Resilient, adaptable, and growth-driven – thrives in a fast-growth, technology-driven environment with evolving priorities.
• Fluent in English and German, any other European languages is a plus.

Why join NewCold?

At NewCold, our people are our most valuable asset. We take pride in our team-oriented culture, where innovation and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do.
What we offer:

• A supportive and collaborative environment.
• The opportunity for professional growth in a fast-scaling, international company.
• The chance to have real impact and innovate alongside other bright minds.
• The challenge of transforming the future of cold storage and food logistics.
• A strong commitment to employee well-being.

Whether you’re a seasoned expert or just starting your career, NewCold provides the opportunities and challenges that allow you to grow and excel. Ready to turn your curiosity into impact?

How to apply:
If you are interested in this vacancy and would like to apply, please make sure that you leave your CV in English. Suitable candidates will be invited for a first interview with the hiring manager. A second interview will follow with a wider group of NewCold team members.

Can we welcome you on board as our new Site Manager and help continue our successful growth?