Associate Director Global Logistics

Job Description

Exciting Opportunity: Join Us as the Associate Director of Global Logistics!

Are you ready to lead the way in transforming logistics operations within a dynamic and innovative pharmaceutical environment? We are looking for a dynamic leader who not only meets our current operational demands but also possesses the vision and passion to guide his team into the future of logistics, adapting and thriving in a rapidly changing environment. You’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring efficient processes that meet both internal and external demands! If you're passionate about driving operational success and making a meaningful difference in the lives of patients worldwide, we want to hear from you! Apply now and become a part of our remarkable journey!

Welcome to Our Team!

The Netherlands is home to some of the largest manufacturing sites in the world​. In Haarlem we produce, package and distribute 2.500 different medicines and vaccines to 140 countries worldwide.  Haarlem is known as the 'flexible packaging' site in Europe and has a wide variety of technology platforms. The Global Logistics department, comprising 120 dedicated employees, oversees the management of incoming goods, the inspection and storage of bulk and finished goods (FIGOs), as well as components. Additionally, this team is responsible for distributing all our FIGOs to over 140 countries worldwide. You'll work alongside talented professionals who are dedicated to ensuring the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency in global logistics. Together, we aim to deliver an exceptional service that positively impacts patient health around the world.

Purpose of the Position

As the Associate Director of Global Logistics, you will be at the forefront of driving operational excellence within our operational teams. In this influential role, you will navigate a complex logistics landscape, ensuring compliance with industry standards while inspiring and leading a diverse operations team to achieve our shared strategic goals. To successfully fulfill the responsibilities of this role, a combination of strong leadership skills, analytical abilities, and collaborative approaches is essential.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Realization of operational targets and activities related to safety, quality, delivery and compliance.

• Leading a team of 8 operational team leads, having some 90 indirect reports.

• Continuous improvement of logistics and warehouse operations using lean management principles.

• Employee recruitment, retention, and training.

• Build a skilled and motivated workforce, fostering a positive workplace culture.

• Development of the departmental annual profit plan.

• Initiation of data-driven improvement business cases.

• Acting as deputy of the Director Global Logistics and supporting strategic priorities.

Your Profile:

• Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree: Showcase your expertise with a degree in supply chain or logistics.

• 5 Years of Experience in leading teams: Use your people management skills to guide and support your logistics professionals.

• GMP/GDP Management Experience: Navigate the regulatory environment with ease.

• Trade Compliance Knowledge: Master international logistics and customs clearance.

• Ambition and Leadership: Demonstrate your readiness for growth and team support.

• Commitment to Compliance: Ensure product integrity and worker safety.

• Lean/Six Sigma Skills: Drive efficiency and quality improvements.

• Strong Communication: Collaborate effectively in Dutch and English.

What we offer

We welcome you to a truly global, dynamic and challenging environment with great opportunities for personal development. Our benefits are very competitive, and the summary below will give you an idea of what you can expect.

• Competitive salary.

• Annual Incentive Plan (AIP).

• Competitive Pension Plan.

• 25 days of leave.

• Attractive collective health care insurance package with considerable reduction rates.

• Senior Leadership Development Program for long term Career development.

• Numerous training, coaching and e-learning modules for long term job opportunities and development.

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Stuur je vraag inclusief het vacaturenummer en de vacaturetitel naar het volgende emailadres: RecruitmentNL@MSD.com .

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Employee Status:

Regular

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Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

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Job Posting End Date:

04/5/2025

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Requisition ID: R340059