Head of Logistic Operations (m/w/d)

Elanco Tiergesundheit AG; Kiel; Vor Ort; EUR 85.000 - 125.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive compensation

Autonomy & growth

Career development

Diverse environment

Zusammenfassung

Elanco Tiergesundheit AG in Kiel seeks a Head of Logistics Operations (m/w/d) to lead warehouse, shipping, and GMP-compliant workflows in a two-year fixed-term role within a global pharmaceutical group. You will oversee manufacturing and wholesale responsibilities, ensure safety and regulatory compliance, and drive cost control and capital project coordination.

What you bring: 5–7 years in logistics, 5+ years in leadership, fluent German and English, GMP expertise, and a proactive, goal-oriented

Qualifikationen

• 5–7 years of experience in logistics, ideally in the pharmaceutical industry.
• 5+ years of leadership experience.
• Very good German and English skills.
• In-depth knowledge of GMP and regulatory requirements (AMWHV/ AMG).
• Strong leadership, proactive work style and goal orientation.

Aufgaben

• Managing the warehouse and shipping departments with GMP-compliant processes.
• Overseeing operational logistics and SOP compliance.
• Budget planning, cost control, and coordination of capital projects.
• Serving as Head of Manufacturing (Section 12 AMWHV) and wholesale responsibility.
• Ensuring occupational safety and HSE compliance.

Kenntnisse

Logistics management

Leadership

GMP knowledge

German language

English language

Process improvement

Budgeting

Ausbildung

Logistics or supply chain management degree

Jobbeschreibung

At Elanco (NYSE: ELAN) – it all starts with animals! As a global leader in animal health, we are dedicated to innovation and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets.

At Elanco, we are driven by our vision of Food and Companionship Enriching Life and our purpose – all to Go Beyond for Animals, Customers, Society and Our People.

At Elanco, we pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We believe that diversity is the driving force behind innovation, creativity, and overall business success.

Here, you’ll be part of a company that values and champions new ways of thinking, work with dynamic individuals, and acquire new skills and experiences that will propel your career to new heights.

Making animals’ lives better makes life better –

Your Role: Head of Logistic Operations (m/w/d)

Elanco Animal Health is one of the world's leading animal health companies. We develop and sell innovative products and services to prevent and treat diseases in pets and farm animals.

KVP Pharma + Veterinär Produkte GmbH, as part of the Elanco Animal Health company, has been producing around 175 different pharmaceutical products for more than 50 years. With over 800 employees, the KVP is one of the largest industrial companies in the state capital of Kiel.

The company's core competencies include the production of solid and semi-solid forms, liquids & parenterals as well as packaging.

Interested in joining a cause-driven, customer focused company dedicated to positively impacting the health of animals, people and the planet?

We are currently hiring a Head of Logistics Operations (m/f/d) to start as soon as possible. This is a two-year fixed-term position.

Your Responsibilities

• Managing the warehouse and shipping departments and ensuring that the flow of goods complies with GMP
• Overseeing operational logistics
• Responsible for SOP compliance, stock controls, inventory counts, and Veeva complaints
• Serving as Head of Manufacturing (Section 12 AMWHV) and the responsible person for wholesale (Section 52a AMG)
• Ensuring occupational safety and HSE compliance, as well as serving as the aviation security officer
• Budget planning, cost control, and coordination of capital projects

What You Need to Succeed

• Min. 5 -7 years of experience in logistics, ideally in the pharmaceutical industry
• Min. 5 years of leadership experience
• Very good German and English skills
• In-depth knowledge of GMP as well as the requirements of the AMWHV and AMG
• Strong leadership skills, the ability to motivate others, and a knack for processes
• A degree with a focus on logistics or supply chain management
• An independent, proactive work style and a strong focus on achieving goals
• Willingness to serve as an aviation security officer and representative to the Federal Aviation Authority (LBA)

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation: An attractive salary package and participation in the company's success through our bonus scheme.
• Autonomy & Growth: Room for personal initiative and independent action within a modern, growing global pharmaceutical company.
• Career Development: Access to our internal global career network with exciting development and training opportunities.
• Dynamic Environment: Work in a diverse and interesting environment where your contribution directly impacts animal health worldwide.

Elanco is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

Elanco may use automated tools, including AI, to support parts of our recruitment process, such as reviewing applications against job‑related criteria and/or transferrable skills. These tools help ensure a consistent, structured evaluation, but they do not make hiring decisions. All decisions involve a human reviewer. For more information on how we handle personal data, please see our Elanco Workforce Privacy Notice.

Elanco Animal Health Incorporated (NYSE: ELAN) is a global leader in animal health dedicated to innovating and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets, creating value for farmers, pet owners, veterinarians, stakeholders, and society as a whole. With nearly 70 years of animal health heritage, we are committed to helping our customers improve the health of animals in their care, while also making a meaningful impact on our local and global communities. At Elanco, we are driven by our vision of Food and Companionship Enriching life and our Elanco Healthy Purpose CSR framework – all to advance the health of animals, people and the planet.

Learn more at www.elanco.com.