Manager Logistics CoE

Leiden Bio Science Park; Netherlands; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson in the Netherlands seeks a strategic Manager, Logistics CoE to lead a multidisciplinary team across warehousing, weigh & dispense, materials management, and distribution. You will own the CoE strategy, establish KPIs, and push Lean and digital transformation to optimize material flow.

Requires 5–8 years in logistics leadership, GMP/GDP experience, and a track record of cross-functional program delivery.

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor's degree in related field and APICS certification.
• Preferred: Master's degree in related field and Lean Six Sigma certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multidisciplinary team across Logistics Process Engineers, Material Management Specialists, Quality Specialists, Equipment Specialists, and EHS professionals.
• Drive and sustain an empowered culture focused on accountability, ownership, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Define standards, governance, KPIs, controls, and performance management for warehouse, distribution, inventory and material flow.
• Lead logistics transformation, automation, digital capabilities, and business process improvements.
• Manage risk, compliance with GMP/GDP/EHS, audit readiness, CAPAs, and change controls.
• Partner with stakeholders to develop network strategies, technology transfers, and capacity improvements.
• Champion data-driven decision making and analytics to improve performance and outcomes.
• Communicate priorities, risks and updates to senior leadership and drive strategic decisions with data.

Skills

Analytical Reasoning

Business Alignment

Collaboration

Continuous Improvement

Demand Forecasting

Developing Others

Distribution Management

Distribution Resource Planning

Financial Competence

Inclusive Leadership

Leadership

Lean Six Sigma

Operational Excellence

Order Management

Organizing

Procurement Policies

Sales and Operations Planning

Strategic Supply Chain Management

Team Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering, Life Sciences, Business, Operations Management, or related discipline

APICS certification

Master's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

SAP

Advanced Planning Systems

Analytics Platforms

Digital Supply Chain Solutions

Job description

Job Purpose

The Manager, Logistics Center of Expertise (CoE) is responsible for leading the Logistics CoE organization supporting warehousing, weigh & dispense, materials management, distribution, logistics quality, equipment ownership, and EHS excellence. The role drives operational excellence, process standardization, business performance, compliance, talent development, and continuous improvement across logistics operations. The Manager CoE Logistics serves as a strategic and operational leader, ensuring the organization delivers safe, compliant, efficient, and reliable material flow and distribution processes while developing future-ready capabilities through innovation, automation, digitalization, and data-driven decision-making. We offer an initial 12-month contract with the intention to convert to a permanent contract.This position is based across both Schiphol and Leiden, and regular presence at both sites is expected.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & People Development

• Lead, coach, and develop a multidisciplinary team consisting of Logistics Process Engineers, Material Management Specialists, Quality Specialists, Equipment Specialists, and EHS professionals.
• Create an empowered culture built on accountability, ownership, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Establish clear priorities, goals, and performance expectations aligned with business strategy.
• Develop talent pipelines, succession plans, capability-building programs, and organizational development initiatives.
• Foster employee engagement and a high-performing team culture consistent with Johnson & Johnson Credo values and Leadership Imperatives.

Operational Excellence

• Own the Logistics CoE strategy and execution roadmap.
• Establish and sustain process ownership for warehouse, distribution, inventory, material flow, weigh & dispense, and supporting logistics systems.
• Define standards, governance, KPIs, operational controls, and performance management processes.
• Drive continuous improvement programs using Lean, Six Sigma, operational excellence, and problem-solving methodologies.
• Ensure visibility and management of performance metrics through operational reviews and business dashboards.
• Lead identification and elimination of process gaps, inefficiencies, and waste.

Quality, Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with GMP, GDP, EHS, regulatory requirements, and internal quality standards.
• Partner with Quality and Operations to maintain inspection readiness and audit preparedness.
• Lead risk assessments and support effective management of deviations, CAPAs, change controls, and investigations.
• Ensure robust process documentation, standards, training, and governance are maintained.
• Escalate and manage operational, quality, safety, and compliance risks appropriately.

Strategic Projects & Innovation

• Lead implementation of logistics transformation initiatives, automation solutions, digital capabilities, and business process improvements.
• Partner with global and regional stakeholders on network strategies, technology transfers, capacity improvements, and supply chain optimization projects.
• Champion data-driven decision-making and advanced analytics to improve performance and business outcomes.
• Drive adoption of emerging technologies and future-state logistics capabilities.

Stakeholder Management

• Build effective partnerships with Operations, Supply Chain, Planning, Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing Science, Procurement, and global functions.
• Serve as the logistics subject matter leader for key decision-making forums.
• Communicate priorities, risks, opportunities, and performance updates to senior leadership.
• Influence strategic decisions through data, business insights, and operational expertise.

Core Accountabilities

The successful candidate will be accountable for:

• Safety performance.
• Logistics operational performance.
• Warehouse and distribution process reliability.
• Inventory accuracy and material availability.
• On-time execution and service performance.
• Quality and compliance metrics.
• Continuous improvement delivery.
• Team engagement and organizational capability development.
• Operational cost and efficiency improvements.
• Strategic project execution and business transformation initiatives.

Qualifications

Education

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering, Life Sciences, Business, Operations Management, or related discipline.
• APICS certification

Preferred:

• Master's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.

Experience

Required:

• Minimum 5-8 years of progressive experience in logistics, warehousing, supply chain, manufacturing, operations, or pharmaceutical environments.
• Minimum 5 years leading teams and/or complex cross-functional programs.
• Experience with GMP / GDP regulated environments.
• Experience driving operational excellence and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Proven success managing complex stakeholder environments and organizational change.

Preferred:

• Pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, or healthcare industry experience.
• Experience leading warehouse and distribution transformations.
• Experience with SAP, advanced planning systems, analytics platforms, and digital supply chain solutions.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, Black Belt, or equivalent operational excellence certification.

Leadership Behaviours

Shape the Future

• Think strategically and challenge traditional ways of working.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement.
• Anticipate future business and capability needs.

Lead with Purpose

• Inspire others through a clear vision and strong values.
• Demonstrate courage, integrity, and accountability.
• Promote inclusion, diversity, and collaboration.

Deliver Results

• Set high standards and execute with excellence.
• Make informed decisions using risk-based and data-driven approaches.
• Hold self and others accountable for commitments and outcomes.

Develop Talent

• Coach and mentor employees for growth and advancement.
• Build organizational capability and succession pipelines.
• Foster learning and continuous development.

Live the Credo

• Put patients first.
• Maintain the highest ethical and compliance standards.
• Prioritize safety, quality, and business integrity in all decisions.

Preferred Skills:

Preferred Skills: Analytical Reasoning, Business Alignment, Collaboration, Continuous Improvement, Demand Forecasting, Developing Others, Distribution Management, Distribution Resource Planning (DRP), Financial Competence, Inclusive Leadership, Leadership, Lean Supply Chain Management, Operational Excellence, Order Management, Organizing, Procurement Policies, Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP), Strategic Supply Chain Management, Team Management