Sr. Manager of Last Mile & Delivery Operations – France

Head of Last Mile & Delivery Operations – France Role Summary Role Summary As part of JD Logistics’ European expansion, the Head of Last Mile & Delivery Operations – France will lead the design, launch, and management of JD’s last-mile delivery network in France. This role combines strategic leadership and operational excellence, ensuring a cost-efficient, compliant, and customer-centric delivery experience aligned with JD’s global standards.

Key Responsibilities
1. Strategic Leadership & Network Development Design and implement a nationwide last-mile strategy, covering urban, suburban, and rural areas.

Build partnerships with third-party providers or develop in-house operations for B2C parcel delivery.

Oversee systems integration, routing optimization, and the use of technology tools to enhance efficiency.
2. Operational Management Lead end-to-end delivery station operations: inbound, sortation, outbound, and last-mile dispatch.

Ensure consistent achievement of performance targets for quality, productivity, and on-time delivery.

Manage resource planning (labour, equipment, space) to adapt to volume fluctuations.
3. People Leadership & Talent Development Build, lead, and develop a high-performance leadership team.

Partner with HR to recruit, train, and retain top talent.

Foster a culture of safety, accountability, inclusion, and operational excellence.
4. Safety, Compliance & Quality Ensure strict compliance with French labour laws, safety standards, and transport regulations.

Conduct regular safety audits and risk assessments; implement corrective actions as required.

Maintain high-quality standards and address root causes of delays or operational issues.
5. Continuous Improvement & Cost Management Analyse operational data to identify opportunities for efficiency and cost optimization.

Lead Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen initiatives to drive continuous improvement.

Manage operational budgets, balancing cost efficiency and service quality.
6. Stakeholder & Partner Management
• Collaborate with regional operations, transportation, and planning teams.
• Represent French operations in cross-functional projects and business reviews.
• Build strong relationships with external partners, authorities, and community stakeholders.

Qualifications & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s preferred).7+ years of experience in high-volume logistics, last-mile, or transportation operations, including at least 3 years in a senior management role.

Proven experience in managing large teams (200+ employees) and scaling delivery networks.

Deep understanding of French labour law, safety regulations, and transport compliance frameworks.

Fluency in French and English;
Mandarin is a plus.

Key Competencies Strategic thinking and execution.

Strong people leadership and talent development.

Operational excellence and financial acumen.

Safety and compliance focus.

Resilience and ability to lead through change.【About 】 (NASDAQ: JD and HKEX: 9618), also known as JINGDONG, is a leading supply chain-based technology and service provider. The company’s cutting-edge retail infrastructure seeks to enable consumers to buy whatever they want, whenever and wherever they want it. The company has opened its technology and infrastructure to partners, brands and other sectors, as part of its "Retail as a Service" offering to help drive productivity and innovation across a range of industries.

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