Supply Chain Specialist

Real; Leiden; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine in Leiden is seeking a Logistics Process Owner to optimize material supply processes at the Biotherapeutics site. You will analyze workflows, develop SOPs, collaborate with cross-functional teams across the Janssen network, and monitor KPIs to drive continuous improvement in the warehouse and distribution center.

This role requires 3+ years in process improvement within logistics or pharma, strong analytical skills, and proficiency with logistics software

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of proven experience in process improvement or supply chain optimization in logistics or pharmaceutical industries.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to assess complex logistics processes and identify improvement opportunities.
• Meticulous attention to detail to identify process gaps and ensure accurate documentation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and drive process change.
• Proficient in logistics software, data analysis tools, and MS Office; knowledge of WMS/TMS is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process Analysis: analyze existing logistics processes to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and risks.
• Develop and maintain SOPs for distribution processes, ensuring regulatory compliance and industry standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (DC, warehouse, planning) to identify improvements and drive alignment.
• Evaluate technology solutions (TMS, WMS, automation) to enhance logistics processes.
• Define, track, and monitor KPIs; report performance to management.
• Continuously evaluate processes using data-driven insights and industry benchmarks.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Technical Knowledge

Adaptability

Knowledge of Regulations

Education

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

Tools

Logistics software

Data analysis tools

Microsoft Office

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

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