Introduction

We are looking for a highly driven, hands-on Dutch-speaking Team Lead to lead day-to-day operations in Shenzhen. You will manage the local team, drive supplier and factory performance, and act as a key operational link between China and management in the Netherlands

What are you going to do

  • Lead and manage the China-based operational team, ensuring effective day-to-day execution, clear ownership and accountability.
  • Translate business priorities into clear actions, responsibilities and deadlines, ensuring priorities from management in the Netherlands are effectively implemented by the China operation.
  • Drive daily execution, delegate responsibilities and follow up on commitments to ensure agreed actions are delivered.
  • Manage supplier and factory performance and drive continuous improvement across operations.
  • Identify operational challenges proactively and implement practical solutions, involving the appropriate stakeholders where necessary.
  • Conduct supplier visits, audits and operational meetings and follow up on agreed actions and commitments.
  • Maintain effective communication between the China team and management in the Netherlands, acting as a key operational link between both sides of the business.
  • Lead through clear delegation, direct feedback and accountability, ensuring both team members and suppliers remain focused on delivering results.
  • Work primarily from the Shenzhen office and remain closely involved with the local operation.
  • Travel within China as required and occasionally to the Netherlands.
  • Support urgent operational matters outside regular working hours when required.

Essential skills and knowledge 

  • Professional fluency in Dutch and English is required. Mandarin Chinese is a plus.
  • You are based in Shenzhen or willing to relocate and are comfortable with daily office presence.
  • You have a strong understanding of Dutch and Chinese business cultures and can operate effectively between management in the Netherlands and a China-based operation.
  • You have proven people leadership experience and can delegate responsibilities, provide direct feedback, maintain accountability and drive results.
  • You are entrepreneurial, proactive and hands-on, with a strong sense of ownership and the ability to work independently.
  • You are comfortable in a fast-paced environment where priorities can change quickly and operational challenges require practical solutions.
  • You are willing to travel within China and occasionally to the Netherlands, and can support urgent operational matters outside regular working hours when required.
  • Experience in e-commerce and fulfillment is an advantage.
  • Experience working with Chinese suppliers, factories or sourcing operations is an advantage.
  • Previous management experience in a fast-growing international environment is an advantage.

What we offer

Closing: December 09, 2026

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Vacancy reference: PR-307937

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