Logistics Process Specialist

Panda International; Leiden; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine is seeking a Logistics Process Owner to optimize material supply processes in Leiden. You will analyze logistics workflows, develop SOPs, and collaborate with warehouse, planning and operations teams to drive improvements in distribution and inventory management.

The role requires strong analytical skills, regulatory awareness, and experience with logistics software. English and Dutch language proficiency are preferred for cross-border coordination and site

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications or advanced degrees are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process Analysis: Conduct thorough analysis of existing logistics processes and workflows to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and risks.
• SOPs: Develop and maintain standard operating procedures for distribution processes, ensuring regulatory compliance and periodic reviews.
• Partner Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify process improvement opportunities, resolve issues, and drive alignment.
• Technology Utilization: Identify and evaluate TMS/WMS or other automation tools to enhance logistics processes.
• KPIs: Define, track, and monitor logistics metrics to assess performance and provide regular reports to management.
• Continuous Improvement: Continually evaluate logistics processes and performance metrics to drive improvements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Regulatory knowledge

English proficiency

Dutch language knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field

Lean certification (preferred)

Tools

TMS

WMS

Microsoft Excel

Data analysis tools

Job description

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine is recruiting a Logistics Process Owner for the material supply processes, located in Leiden. The Logistics Process Specialist is responsible for analyzing and streamlining logistics processes to enhance efficiency and optimize the overall operations in the Janssen Biologics warehouse and distribution center. This role requires a deep understanding of logistics operations, attention to detail, and strong problem-solving abilities. The Logistics Process Specialist collaborates with cross-functional teams to identify areas for improvement, implement process enhancements, and monitor performance to drive continuous improvement in logistics operations. The selected candidate will act as the Owner of the material supply processes at the Biotherapeutics site in Leiden.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process Analysis: Conduct thorough analysis of existing logistics processes and workflows to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and risks.
• Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs): Develop and maintain standard operating procedures for the distribution processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standard processes. Perform periodic document reviews in time.
• Partner Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as the distribution center team, warehouse management, operations teams in Leiden, global planning, to identify process improvement opportunities, resolve issues, and drive alignment.
• Technology Utilization: Identify and evaluate technology solutions, such as transportation management systems (TMS), warehouse management systems (WMS), or other automation tools, to enhance logistics processes.
• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): Define, track, and monitor logistics metrics to assess process performance, identify areas for improvement, and provide regular reports to management.
• Continuous Improvement: Continually evaluate logistics processes and performance metrics, using data-driven insights, industry benchmarks, and emerging trends to drive continuous improvement efforts.

Qualifications Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications or advanced degrees are a plus.

Experience and Skills:

• Required: Experience: Minimum 3 years of proven experience in process improvement, supply chain optimization, or a similar role within the logistics or pharmaceutical industry.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to assess complex logistics processes and find opportunities for improvement.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail to identify process gaps, analyze data, and ensure accuracy in process documentation.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, convey complex ideas, and facilitate process change.
• Technical Knowledge: Proficient in logistics software, data analysis tools, and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Adaptability: Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Knowledge of Regulations: Familiarity with compliance requirements, and industry standards.
• Preferred: Lean certification is preferred
• Other: Proficient reading, writing and speaking in English.
• Good understanding of the Dutch language is preferred