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Its flagship missile, Anthem, combines heavy payload and long range at a fraction of the cost of comparable legacy systems, with production volumes designed to meet the demands of prolonged conflict. Designed as an end-to-end weapon system that is simple to store, transport, and field, Anthem is produced in the United States, Germany, and Israel. For more information, visit covenantindustries.com\nTHE ROLE\nWe are seeking a hands-on Warehouse / Logistics Manager to lead and optimize material handling, storage, and distribution operations at our Leipzig manufacturing facility. This is a critical role responsible for building robust inventory control systems, managing daily logistics workflows, and supporting high-rate production of advanced defense hardware.\nThe ideal candidate blends strong operational leadership with a willingness to roll up their sleeves when needed. You will establish clean material flows, ensure end-to-end inventory traceability, build out ERP processes, and lead a high-performing logistics team while maintaining strict compliance with defense and quality standards.\nWHAT YOU'LL DO\nEstablish and optimize warehouse layouts, material flow, and storage processes to support production demands.\nTake full operational responsibility for material handling, packaging, loading, unloading, and shipment preparation, including hands-on execution whenever required.\nSafely operate forklifts, reach trucks, electric pallet jacks, and related material handling equipment.\nImplement, maintain, and refine ERP-based inventory and material tracking systems.\nEnsure strict, end-to-end material traceability, including serial and batch number management.\nCoordinate all incoming and outgoing freight shipments with suppliers, carriers, and customs/logistics partners.\nLead, train, onboard, and develop logistics operators, ensuring proper qualification, safe working practices, and adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs).\nEnsure continuous compliance with safety regulations, 5S standards, ISO 9001, and AQAP defense quality requirements.\nMonitor key logistics metrics (KPIs) and drive continuous process improvements across the warehouse footprint.\nRequirements\n3-5 years of experience in warehouse management, logistics supervision, or supply chain operations within a manufacturing environment.\nValid licenses/certifications for forklifts, reach trucks, electric pallet jacks, or similar material handling equipment, with a proven safety record.\nStrong practical experience working with ERP/WMS systems for inventory control and material management.\nDemonstrated experience in serial and batch tracking for full material traceability.\nWorking knowledge of quality and defense standards such as ISO 9001, AQAP, or equivalent regulatory frameworks.\nStrong leadership skills with experience training, onboarding, and directing operational teams.\nExcellent organizational skills and attention to detail in high-compliance environments.\nProfessional proficiency in German; 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