Senior Logistics Process Engineer

Johnson & Johnson Innovation; Noord-Holland; On-site; EUR 54,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Vacation days

Parental leave

Well-being reimbursement

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson is seeking a hands-on Senior Logistics Process Engineer to own and improve warehousing and weigh & dispense processes at our Schiphol‑Rijk site. You will partner with operations, engineering and management to ensure compliant, efficient processes aligned with production goals and to drive measurable improvements that protect product quality and reduce downtime.

The role requires regular presence on the shop floor, cross-functional collaboration, and fluency in English (B2

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, Industrial Sciences, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in process engineering, logistics, warehousing, manufacturing, or supply chain operations.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification is a must.
• Strong knowledge of GMP, GDP, and regulated operational environments.
• Experience leading process improvement, deviation investigations, CAPA management, and change control activities.
• Strong analytical skills with data-driven decision making.
• Proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Own and optimize critical logistics processes.
• Lead and continuously improve warehouse and weigh & dispense processes, ensuring efficient, compliant, and reliable operations.
• Drive operational excellence initiatives that enhance safety, quality, service levels, and cost performance.
• Monitor process performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Lead process implementation and technology transfers.
• Manage introduction, transfer, and implementation of new processes and capabilities.
• Translate technical requirements into robust SOPs and master batch records.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data-driven decision making

Stakeholder management

Strong communication

Education

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

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com.

As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

Job Function: Supply Chain Deliver

Job Sub Function: Deliver Excellence

Job Category: Professional

All Job Posting Locations: Schiphol, North Holland, Netherlands

Job Description

About Innovative Medicine

Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science-based advancements. Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing the medicines of tomorrow.

Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way.

Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/innovative-medicine

We are searching for the best talent for Senior Logistics Process Engineer to be based in Schiphol.

We’re hiring a hands‑on Senior Logistics Process Engineer to own and improve warehousing and weigh & dispense processes in our central Schiphol‑Rijk site. You’ll work closely with operations, engineering, and management to keep processes efficient, compliant, and aligned with production goals - driving measurable improvements that protect product quality and reduce downtime!

This role supports the Operations unit and requires regular presence on the shopfloor and clear communication with internal and external stakeholders. English at B2 level is required.

What You'll Do

Own and optimize critical logistics processes

• Lead and continuously improve warehouse and weigh & dispense processes, ensuring efficient, compliant, and reliable operations.
• Drive operational excellence initiatives that enhance safety, quality, service levels, and cost performance.
• Monitor process performance and proactively identify opportunities for improvement.

Lead process implementation and technology transfers

• Manage the introduction, transfer, and implementation of new processes and operational capabilities.
• Partner with operations teams to ensure seamless process handovers and successful floor execution.
• Translate technical requirements into robust operational procedures, including SOPs, work instructions, and master batch records.

Drive quality, compliance, and risk management

• Ensure processes consistently operate within GMP, GDP, and regulatory requirements.
• Lead investigations related to deviations, non‑conformances, CAPAs, and change controls to identify root causes and implement lasting solutions.
• Act swiftly to resolve process issues that could impact product quality, compliance, or operational performance.

Lead continuous improvement

• Utilize data analytics, trend analysis, and Lean Six Sigma methodologies to identify improvement opportunities.
• Conduct Gemba walks and collaborate with frontline teams to drive sustainable operational enhancements.
• Deliver measurable improvements in safety, reliability, throughput, scheduling, and cost efficiency.

Serve as a subject matter expert

• Lead acceptance testing and implementation activities for new processes and equipment.
• Support internal and external audits as the logistics process expert.
• Partner with cross‑functional teams to resolve complex operational and compliance challenges.

What we're looking for

• Bachelor's degree (HBO level or equivalent) in Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, Industrial Sciences, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in process engineering, logistics, warehousing, manufacturing, or supply chain operations.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification, this is a must have.
• Strong knowledge of GMP, GDP, and regulated operational environments, this is a must have.
• Experience leading process improvement, deviation investigations, CAPA management, and change control activities.
• Strong analytical skills with experience using data to drive decision‑making and operational improvements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems such as SAP.

Preferred Competencies

• Experience within pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device, or other highly regulated industries.
• Strong stakeholder management and cross‑functional leadership skills.
• Proven ability to influence without direct authority and drive organizational change.
• Structured, proactive, and results‑oriented mindset with strong attention to detail.
• Fluent English communication skills, both written and verbal.

Required Skills:

Preferred Skills: Analytical Reasoning, Business Behavior, Coaching, Data Reporting, Demand Forecasting, Detail‑Oriented, Distribution Management, Distribution Resource Planning (DRP), Lean Supply Chain Management, Operational Excellence, Order Management, Problem Solving, Process Oriented, Procurement Systems, Project Support, Quality Assurance (QA), Service Excellence, Strategic Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain

The anticipated base pay range for this position is: €53,500.00 - €85,445.00

Benefits: In addition to base pay, we offer the following benefits*: an annual bonus with set target (% of pay) depending on pay grade / location, where the actual amount is based on the employees’ and companies’ performance of the previous calendar year, or sales commissions. Moreover, we offer vacation days, parental leave for a minimum of 12 weeks, bereavement leave, caregiver leave, volunteer leave, well‑being reimbursement, programs for financial, physical and mental health. We also offer service anniversary and recognition awards, and subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees - and in some location’s eligible dependents - can participate in several insurance plans. For more information, visit Employee benefits | Supporting well‑being & career growth | Johnson & Johnson Careers.

*This is for informative purposes only. Amounts and actual benefits may vary by location and are subject to change.