Healthcare Airfreight Director – US

Hellmann Worldwide Logistics, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Incentive compensation

Job summary

Hellmann Worldwide Logistics, Inc. is hiring for a Healthcare Airfreight Director - US to execute the global healthcare airfreight strategy and drive growth of the US portfolio.

You will collaborate with Sales and Product teams to enhance healthcare airfreight solutions, processes, and subject matter expertise. The role requires 7–10 years in airfreight, healthcare/pharma experience, and at least 5 years of supervisory leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field.
• 7–10 years airfreight experience, healthcare/pharma preferred.
• Minimum 5 years supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of GDP quality systems, deviations, CAPA and change control.

Responsibilities

• Execute Healthcare Airfreight strategy across the US.
• Lead vendor relationships with airlines and packaging/transport partners.
• Support internal stakeholders with airfreight healthcare solutions and quality aspects.
• Ensure GDP compliant policies and procedures are implemented.
• Drive RFI/RFQ processes and responses for airfreight healthcare.
• Own implementation of new/existing airfreight customers and provide value-added solutions.

Skills

Leadership

English communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

GDP knowledge

Temperature-controlled packaging know‑

Customer-focused

Adaptability

Project management

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Logistics/Supply Chain or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About UsReady to rock the future with us? At Hellmann we put our people at the heart of everything we do, because for us, relationship matters. Joining us does not just mean becoming part of a global company. It is an invitation to shape the future of the logistics industry together with us. Our Hellmann culture is based on our four values: Caring, Entrepreneurial, Forward-Thinking and Reliable. These values resonate with yours? Then become part of our FAMILY that consists of around 10.000 employees in more than 200 locations worldwide.For the better. Together..This position has a base compensation range of USD 150,000.00 to USD 175,000.00. In addition to this base compensation, you'll benefit from our competitive health and welfare programs, a 401(k) retirement savings plan, opportunities for tuition assistance, and incentive compensation for eligible positions. Salary determination considers your skills, experience, job location, internal pay equity and job architecture. Hellmann Worldwide Logistics regularly reviews our pay ranges against industry standards to ensure fairness.The Healthcare Airfreight Director - US is responsible for executing Hellmann’s Healthcare Airfreight product strategy across the United States and driving the development and growth of the US Healthcare Airfreight portfolio. This role focuses on enhancing Healthcare Airfreight solutions, processes, and subject matter expertise, while supporting the Sales and Product teams throughout the US.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:In alignment with the Global Healthcare Airfreight Director, contribute and execute the global healthcare airfreight strategy to ensure profitable growth.Establish, maintain and strengthen the relationship with vendors, i.e., airlines, packaging companies, transport companies etc., and monitor performance in cooperation with the regional and/or global healthcare quality team.Provide support to internal stakeholders through meeting existing and potential customers. The focus is on supporting the teams in reference to airfreight healthcare solutions and quality aspects, collating appropriate information, assessing feasibility and providing value added solutions.Work with the global and/or regional Quality team to ensure that GDP compliant policies and procedures are implemented and adhered to.Direct and manage processes, i.e. Standard Operating Procedures, meeting global standards, Route Risk Assessments, CAPA etc.Drive customer RFI/RFQ processes and responses either as a lead and/or in collaboration with the global airfreight healthcare team, global, regional or national sales organizations and/or the tender management team.Support and/or own the implementation process of new and/or existing airfreight customers.Provide best-in-class consultancy and value-added solutions to customers and internal stakeholders in reference to airfreight related products, services, e.g. packaging solutions, carrier solutions, and market developments.Share best practices and, in alignment with the VIS Healthcare and global airfreight product, support training on Good Distribution Practices (GDP), packaging and airfreight solutions, if and when required to ensure that the network is up to date in critical information relating to Hellmann’s Healthcare offer, airfreight product solutions and the general Healthcare airfreight industry.Communicate effectively with the network to enhance co-operation.Own and deliver specific projects as assigned by the line manager.Provide progress, status and KPI reports in agreed intervals to the line manager.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESThis position may supervise full-time employees and temporary employees from time to time based on projects.QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCEBachelor’s degree (Business, Logistics and Supply Chain, Transportation, or associate field), or equivalent combination of education and work experience will be considered in lieu of educational requirement.7-10 years minimum airfreight experience, ideally proven experience in the healthcare and pharmaceutical supply chain and/or healthcare and pharmaceutical customers.5 years minimum supervisory experience.Completion of any industry related course is an asset.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ATTRIBUTESGrowth mindsetSelf-starter and proactivenessResults-oriented – drives strategy and executionKnowledge of available active and passive temperature-controlled packaging solutionsGood knowledge of GDP related quality system process & procedures, i.e., deviations, CAPA and change controlCustomer-focusedAdaptable and flexible to high-pressure environmentStrong written and verbal communication skills in EnglishAnalytical skills and problem-solving abilityProficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Email, and InternetPHYSICAL DEMANDSFrequently required to stand, and walkRegularly required to sit for extended periodsRegularly uses arms to reach, hands and fingers for computer and phone useSpeaking clearly and listening for heavy phone contactRequires close-up and computer screen distance vision abilityMay require occasional overnight travelReasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics are similar of those of an office setting with various office equipment.Inclusion and social diversity are firmly anchored values in our corporate culture. Regardless of gender, age, any disabilities, religion, ethnic origin or sexual identity: We are looking forward to meeting you!If you are excited by this fantastic opportunity and have what it takes, then click APPLY!