Dir, Global Warehouse Automation,

Baxter International Inc.; Deerfield (IL); On-site; USD 160,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonuses

Commission

Long-term incentive

Job summary

Baxter International Inc. in Deerfield, IL seeks a Global Director, Warehouse Automation to define the future-state automation across Baxter's distribution network and to deliver reliable, cost-effective outcomes for patients worldwide.

You will lead large-scale programs, partner with global teams, and establish design principles. Investments range from $20M to $30M, driving transformation and measurable value across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field.
• Experience leading warehouse automation and distribution center design in a global setting.
• Proven track record on large capital projects involving automation and digital technologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead Baxter's global warehouse automation strategy across the distribution network.
• Establish and maintain warehouse design principles, standards, and best practices.
• Lead large-scale automation and digitization programs with $20M–$30M investments.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to prioritize, plan, and execute initiatives.
• Evaluate and select automation technologies to improve safety, efficiency, throughput, and cost.
• Drive standardization of solutions across fulfillment operations globally.
• Build business cases and investment strategies for automation and transformation.
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, service levels, and profitability.
• Influence organizational change and adoption of new technologies.

Skills

Warehouse automation leadership

Cross-functional leadership

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Change leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, or Logistics

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

WMS

Job description

This is where your work makes a difference.

At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond.

Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results.

Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride.

Your Role at Baxter

As the Global Director, Warehouse Automation, you will play a critical leadership role within Baxter's Global Fulfillment organization, shaping and executing our worldwide warehouse automation strategy. This leader will define the future state of warehouse automation across Baxter's distribution network, ensuring we deliver lifesaving and sustaining products efficiently, reliably, and cost effectively to patients and healthcare providers around the world.

Working closely with global and regional fulfillment leaders, you will establish warehouse design principles, drive automation innovation, and lead large-scale transformation initiatives that improve operational performance, service levels, and long-term business value. This is a highly visible role requiring a combination of strategic vision, operational expertise, and strong cross-functional leadership.

What You'll Be Doing

• Develop and lead Baxter's global warehouse automation strategy, aligning automation initiatives with fulfillment and business objectives.
• Establish and maintain global warehouse design principles, standards, and best practices across the distribution network.
• Lead large-scale warehouse automation and digitization programs, including capital investments ranging from approximately $20M to $30M.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to prioritize, plan, and execute automation initiatives while ensuring strong governance and stakeholder alignment.
• Evaluate and implement automation technologies, equipment, and system solutions that improve safety, efficiency, throughput, and cost performance.
• Drive standardization of automation solutions and best practices across fulfillment operations globally.
• Build compelling business cases and investment strategies to support automation and network transformation opportunities.
• Identify opportunities to improve warehouse productivity, service levels, operational excellence, and profitability.
• Influence organizational change and adoption of new technologies through effective communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement.
• Serve as a subject matter expert and thought leadership in warehouse automation, emerging technologies, and fulfillment innovation.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, Logistics, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Significant experience leading warehouse automation, distribution center design, or supply chain transformation initiatives within a global organization.
• Proven success managing large, complex capital projects involving warehouse automation, mechanization, and digital technologies.
• Deep expertise in warehouse operations, warehouse management systems (WMS), automation technologies, material handling systems, and distribution center best practices.
• Strong understanding of fulfillment and supply chain performance drivers, including service, cost, productivity, quality, and inventory optimization.
• Demonstrated ability to lead through influence across multiple functions, regions, and levels of the organization.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills, including experience engaging senior executives.
• Track record of building business cases, driving strategic initiatives, and delivering measurable operational results.
• Strong problem-solving and continuous improvement mindset with the ability to challenge the status quo and drive meaningful change.
• Experience leading enterprise-wide transformation programs through both direct and indirect teams in a global environment.

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $160,000 - $220,000 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, commission, and/or long-term incentive.

US Benefits At Baxter (except For Puerto Rico)

This is where your well-being matters. Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance. Financial and retirement benefits include the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave. Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits. Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

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Reasonable Accommodations

Baxter is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities globally. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please click on the link here and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.