Kit Operations & Logistics Manager

Stryker; Terni; In loco; EUR 6.300.000 - 8.000.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading medical device company in Italy is seeking a Kit Operations & Logistics Manager to oversee logistics functions and manage a team. Responsibilities include developing logistics strategies, ensuring compliance with standards, and optimizing transportation solutions. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience and a background in Lean Six Sigma methodologies, with fluent communication in Italian and English.

Servizi

Bonuses

Healthcare

Retirement programs

Competenze

• At least 10 years of experience in manufacturing, logistics, or supply chain within international companies.
• Minimum 5 years of managerial experience.
• Deep knowledge of Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
• Fluent in Italian and English, both spoken and written.

Mansioni

• Manage the Kit Operations & Logistics team and oversee global logistics functions in Italy.
• Develop logistics area strategy within Italy Operations.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and ISO 15001 standards.

Conoscenze

Decision making

Lean Six Sigma

Communication skills

Formazione

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or Logistics

Descrizione del lavoro

Why join Stryker?

Our total rewards package includes bonuses, healthcare, insurance benefits, retirement programs, wellness initiatives, and various social and recreational activities, all tailored to specific locations.

The Job's Mission

As a Kit Operations & Logistics Manager, your responsibility will be to manage the Kit Operations & Logistics team and oversee the performance of global logistics functions in Italy, including:

• The Regional Distribution Centre
• Outsourced logistics platforms
• Kits inspection and Kit Building area
• Demo and Education service

The goal is to deliver a Best-in-Class customer-focused end-to-end operation, ensuring high availability and service levels while maintaining inventory and costs within budget/forecast.

This role involves managing existing facilities, as well as transformation projects and volume growth initiatives.

Your key responsibilities

• Support the Customer Logistics strategy for Iberia, reviewing processes, procedures, methods, and tools to meet departmental performance objectives.
• Manage a local logistics budget ranging from 6.3 to 8 million euros.
• Develop logistics area strategy within Italy Operations.
• Build relationships with external and internal customers, aligning with the Country Manager and Customer Logistics goals.
• Collaborate with other functions to leverage opportunities across areas.
• Participate in European Operations projects to implement world-class logistics and customer care operations, enhancing customer satisfaction, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
• Manage the logistics team, sourcing and developing talent to meet business expectations.
• Set and monitor logistics KPIs such as inventory accuracy, stock levels, on-time in-full delivery, productivity, efficiency, and quality.
• Optimize transportation solutions, review contracts, and maintain relationships with third-party transporters.
• Manage logistics budget, including headcounts, freight, and instrumentation reuse, providing cost justifications for resources.
• Handle regulatory actions, product holds, recalls, etc.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and ISO 15001 standards, maintaining documented processes and data accuracy.
• Adhere to Stryker policies and compliance programs.
• Coordinate with sales, RA/QA, finance, and other functions to achieve key activities at various organizational levels.
• Oversee the entire Warehouse and Kit Operations, including goods-in, goods-out, and customer returns.
• Lead a team of approximately 16 staff members.
• Measure success through operational and financial KPIs such as service metrics, cost reductions, freight costs, budget adherence, team engagement, and process improvements.

What are we looking for?

• Bachelor's or Master's degree, preferably in Engineering or Logistics
• At least 10 years of experience in manufacturing, logistics, or supply chain within international companies, preferably in manufacturing sites
• Experience in medical devices and/or pharmaceutical companies
• Minimum 5 years of managerial experience
• Deep knowledge of Lean Six Sigma methodologies
• Excellent communication skills in Italian and English, both spoken and written

Note: Interviews will be conducted in both Italian and English.

Other Competencies

• Decision making and judgment skills