Ghislain Martel's career path, from order picker to logistics coordinator


Our family business Hanova is a great place to work, and who better to talk about it than our employees? Today, we’d like to introduce you to Ghislain, who tells us about his career path and shares his experience at Hanova.

‘My career path began in 1999 at the Intermarché base in Bruay-la-Buissière, where I started as an order picker. I gradually progressed to become a forklift operator, then a dispatcher/receiver. In 2013, I took on more responsibility, becoming a team leader and supervisor. These different roles have given me a great deal of experience in managing logistics operations.
In 2018, I joined Hanova as a warehouseman. In 2021, I took a break to embark on a new project in the construction sector. Then in March 2024, I returned to Hanova, still as a warehouseman, before moving on in October of the same year to the position of logistics coordinator, where I combine organisation and team management.

What Ilike best about my job as Logistics Coordinator
What I like most about my role is the autonomy I have in organising my work, while remaining in contact with my plant manager. I also like supervising the logistics team, because it allows me to support my colleagues on a day-to-day basis.

Managing through dialogue and collaboration
For me, dialogue is the key to good team management. With my two colleagues, I’ve introduced a daily coffee break to discuss upcoming tasks and improve our organisation. I also encourage mutual support and collaboration, because teamwork is the key to moving forward together.

The qualities and skills I need for my job
The most important quality for success in my job is listening. You also need to be good at passing on information and instructions. Thanks to my 25 years’ experience in logistics, I’ve been able to develop my management, organisation and problem-solving skills.

How Hanova supports me in my professional development
At Hanova, listening and sharing with colleagues is encouraged. Thanks to Lean Management, we’re all motivated to exchange ideas and invest in the good of the company. This environment enables me to continue to develop and progress in my career.

A pleasant working environment
As far as the atmosphere is concerned, it’s really great! There’s a great dynamic of collaboration, which allows us to be productive while maintaining a pleasant and respectful atmosphere.
What makes Hanova unique is its family feel. Despite the company’s growth, it has always been able to keep people at the centre. This creates a real sense of cohesion and makes Hanova a pleasant place to work, with a good mentality based on helping each other.’