Nest Lead (Distribution Center Lead)

Zipline is seeking a Nest Lead (Distribution Center Lead) to join their team in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire. This role is crucial for driving end-to-end execution and operational excellence in Distribution Center Operations, influencing cross-functional priorities and future growth. If you are a strategic operator passionate about building teams and processes for long-term success, apply now!

Zipline is revolutionizing logistics with its autonomous delivery system, aiming to serve all humans equally by providing access to essential goods. With operations on four continents and millions of deliveries completed, Zipline is redefining access to healthcare, consumer products, and food.

Company Overview

Zipline was founded to create the first logistics system that serves all humans equally. Leveraging expertise in robotics and autonomy, Zipline designs, manufactures and operates the world’s largest automated delivery system. Zipline serves tens of millions of people around the world and is making good on the promise of building an equitable and more resilient global supply chain.

Quick Details

• Salary Range: Not Specified
• Job Type: Contract
• Experience: 5 Year+
• Qualifications: Bachelors Degree

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, inspire and drive a performance culture across a diverse team.
• Translate national strategy into a roadmap for nest operations.
• Monitor operational KPIs in real time, responding swiftly to deviations and bottlenecks.
• Own and continuously improve key nest metrics, leveraging data to identify performance trends.
• Take ownership of nest-level Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) and Operating Expenses (OPEX).
• Collaborate closely with Customer Experience, Engineering, Product, Safety, and Quality teams.

Requirements

• A strategic operator with 5-10 years of experience in supply chain, fulfillment, logistics, or operations leadership.
• Proven track record of scaling operations, leading large teams, and delivering measurable improvements.
• Systems-oriented thinking and a mission-driven approach.
• Seasoned people leader with high emotional intelligence, coaching skills, and performance management experience.
• Strong analytical thinker with the ability to make data-informed decisions.
• Fluent in both French and English.

Benefits

• Opportunities for professional development and career growth within Zipline.
• Work in a dynamic and fast-paced global environment.
• Contribute to a mission that has a direct, meaningful impact on people's lives.
• Be part of a company that values diversity and inclusion.