Warehouse Team Leader

Novartis; Torre Annunziata; On-site; EUR 39,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working options

Insurance plans

Parental leave

Job summary

Novartis is seeking a Warehouse Operations Leader in Italy to oversee efficient materials flow supporting manufacturing and supply activities. You will manage warehouse staff, ensure GMP/GDP compliance, and drive continuous improvement across processes, safety, and quality.

Responsibilities include leading daily warehouse operations, securing timely supply of materials, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to sustain business continuity while leveraging SAP and digital tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (Supply Chain, Engineering, Life Sciences)
• Solid experience in warehouse/logistics operations, preferably in regulated industries
• Fluent in Italian with good English and strong communication with international stakeholders

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate day-to-day warehouse operations for receipt, storage, and shipment of materials and finished products
• Ensure continuous and timely supply of raw materials, packaging components, and finished goods
• Manage resources, workload prioritization, and performance to meet service, quality, and productivity targets
• Lead, coach, and develop warehouse teams fostering high performance and accountability
• Ensure GMP/GDP/HSE compliance and maintain an inspection-ready environment
• Oversee inventory management, traceability, and inventory control processes
• Drive continuous improvement, Lean initiatives, and operational excellence programs
• Support automation, digitalization, and SAP-enabled warehouse transformation projects
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Engineering, Procurement, and external providers

Skills

Inventory Management

Master Data

Operational Excellence

Order Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain/Engineering/Life Sciences

Tools

SAP

Job description

Salary Range: €39,100.00 - €72,500.00

Job Description Summary

Leads warehouse operations to ensure the efficient, compliant, and uninterrupted flow of materials supporting manufacturing and supply activities. Responsible for managing warehouse personnel, inventory accuracy, material movements, safety, quality compliance, and operational performance. Ensures adherence to GMP, GDP, HSE, and Novartis standards while driving continuous improvement, people development, and business excellence.

Job Description

Major Accountabilities

• Lead and coordinate day-to-day warehouse operations, ensuring efficient receipt, storage, dispensing, transfer, and shipment of materials and finished products.
• Ensure continuous and timely supply of raw materials, packaging components, and finished goods to support manufacturing and business requirements.
• Manage warehouse resources, workload prioritization, and operational performance to achieve service, quality, and productivity targets.
• Lead, coach, and develop warehouse teams, fostering a high-performance, collaborative, and accountable culture.
• Ensure full compliance with GMP, GDP, HSE, and company quality standards, maintaining an inspection‑ready environment.
• Oversee inventory management activities, ensuring inventory accuracy, material traceability, and effective inventory control processes.
• Manage warehouse quality activities, including deviations, CAPAs, inventory discrepancies, audit observations, and corrective actions.
• Drive continuous improvement, Lean initiatives, and operational excellence programs to enhance safety, efficiency, and service levels.
• Lead and support automation, digitalization, and warehouse transformation projects, including the effective use of SAP and other digital tools.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Engineering, Procurement, and external logistics providers to ensure seamless end-to‑to‑end material flow and business continuity.

Essential Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Life Sciences or any other related field.
• Proven solid experience in warehouse, logistics or supply chain operations, preferably within the pharmaceutical, healthcare or other highly regulated industries.
• Strong people leadership and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to lead, coach and develop teams while coordinating external logistics providers.
• Solid understanding of GMP/GDP requirements, inventory management, material traceability and quality compliance processes.
• Experience managing complex material flows, warehouse operations, and cross‑functional collaboration to support manufacturing and business continuity.
• Fluent in Italian. Good command of English and strong communication skills to effectively interact with international stakeholders, planners, suppliers, and support functions.

Benefits & Rewards

At Novartis, we’re committed to reimagining medicine together - and rewarding the people who make it happen.

The base salary offered is determined based on gender-neutral objectives, such as relevant skills, competencies and experience in accordance with the Novartis pay setting policy and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically.

Expected Annual Base Salary Range for role: 39,100.00 - 72,500.00 EUR

In addition to your base salary, you may be eligible for a performance‑based bonus depending on certain performance parameters.

• We also offer a variety of competitive benefits in kind to help you thrive personally and professionally, such as insurance plans, retirement plans, wellbeing resources and global recognition programs.
• In addition, we provide flexible and hybrid working options, where possible, and minimum 14 weeks paid parental leave.

Pay equity is a fundamental principle of our employment policy and reflects our commitment to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment that treats all employees with dignity and respect, as outlined in our Code of Ethics.

Read our brochure to learn more about our global total rewards offering:

https://www.novartis.com/sites/novartis_com/files/novartis-life-handbook.pdf

Note: Benefits and compensation may vary by country and are subject to local legal requirements, including provisions of collective bargaining agreements where applicable. A full overview of your compensation package, including any relevant collective bargaining agreement details applicable to your role based on your employment location and Novartis employer entity, will be communicated separately to you during the application process.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.

Skills Desired

• Inventory Management
• Master Data
• Operational Excellence
• Order Management