Danone is seeking a highly experienced Distribution Network Optimization Manager to design, lead, and implement data-driven distribution network transformation initiatives that optimize warehouse footprint, reduce cost-to-serve, and enhance delivery performance, while ensuring operational continuity and enabling Danone’s growth, customer-centricity, and long-term supply chain resilience.
About youDegrees related to Engineering, Finance, Business, Administration (preferred) Bachelor’s (required)
Master’s (preferred)
Advanced English proficiency required
Experience:
- 8+ years in supply chain, logistics, or distribution operations, with direct experience in network design, site closures, and large-scale transformation projects
- Strong exposure to 3PL operations and contract management
- Proven track record in driving cost optimization and operational redesign Tecnichal Knowledge:
- Advanced data analysis capabilities (SQL, Power BI, Excel, or equivalent)
- Strong financial acumen: cost modeling, ROI analysis, Capex/Opex control
- Expertise in WMS, TMS, and network design tools
- Familiarity with warehouse layout design and labor productivity methods
Wanted Qualities:
- Strong leadership and project execution skills
- Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders, including commercial and finance teams
*Strategic thinker with hands-on mentality *High resilience and adaptability in change management environments *Excellent communication and presentation skills for executive-level audiences.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving approach, focused on efficiency, service, and value generation.
- Agile, proactive, and resilient; capable of navigating ambiguity and delivering under pressure. Adaptable to change
- Accountable
- Vision to develop the business
- Negotiation
- Opening
At Danone, we work to make a vision a reality: 'One Planet, One Health'
Here you will have space to create, innovate, grow, and above all, to be yourself, thanks to our culture of Inclusive Diversity, where we are clear that 'our differences are what make the difference'.
Do things your way! The way you work, the way you develop, and the way you progress depend on you. Be innovative, take the initiative, and the impact you will have will surprise you.
You will work with agile methodologies, in high-performance teams where you will learn, influence, and contribute to achieve specific goals and thus grow with the company.
