Project Manager, Global Logistics

Leica Biosystems; Deer Park (IL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Leica Biosystems in Deer Park, Illinois, is looking for a Project Manager, Global Logistics to lead initiatives improving distribution effectiveness and customer experience. This role will drive execution across global stakeholders and requires a Bachelor’s degree along with 5+ years of logistics experience.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $130,000 to $150,000 and is eligible for bonus pay. Join us in advancing cancer diagnostics!

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in logistics.
• Experience supporting supply chain or operations environments.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating work across global teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead global logistics process improvement initiatives.
• Drive execution rigor across multiple stakeholders.
• Prepare project updates for senior operations leadership.

Skills

Logistics process improvement

Project management

Cross-functional team coordination

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in operations, engineering, business, or related discipline

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

Overview

Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology? At Leica Biosystems, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where your unique viewpoint matters. By harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life. We’re not just shaping the future of cancer diagnostics — we’re transforming lives. Our mission is “Advancing Cancer Diagnostics, Improving Lives.” We empower clinicians with innovative, reliable solutions so they can give patients timely, accurate answers. Surrounded by a diverse and collaborative global community, you’ll be inspired to stretch, grow, and make an impact.

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Position

Project Manager, Global Logistics is responsible for leading and coordinating cross-functional global logistics initiatives to improve distribution effectiveness, service levels, and customer experience. The role drives execution rigor across global stakeholders, both internally and externally, to deliver measurable improvements to logistics processes for business leaders and customers. This position reports to the Senior Director, Global Distribution Logistics and is part of the Global Distribution Logistics team, located in the Chicago area, Illinois, and will be an onsite role.

Responsibilities

• Lead global logistics process improvement initiatives from planning through implementation, partnering with regional and functional stakeholders.
• Drive execution rigor across global teams and external logistics vendors through clear milestones, disciplined follow-up, and timely escalation to ensure commitments are met.
• Coordinate internal working teams and external logistics partners to standardize logistics and distribution processes across regions and sites.
• Partner with logistics and business leaders to identify improvement opportunities, define success measures, and track progress against outcomes.
• Prepare concise project updates, dashboards, and recommendations for senior operations and supply chain leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in operations, engineering, business, or a related discipline with 5+ years of experience in logistics.
• Multiple years of project management experience supporting logistics, supply chain, or operations environments.
• Experience leading structured process improvement initiatives within logistics, distribution, or supply chain functions.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating work across global, cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Proficiency with project management and reporting tools and Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred/Additional Experience

• Experience within medical devices, diagnostics, or other regulated manufacturing environments.
• Exposure to lean, Kaizen, or continuous improvement systems such as DBS or equivalent frameworks.

Travel

• Ability to travel – 25% including international

Compensation & Benefits

Leica Biosystems, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs. The annual salary range for this role is $130,000 to $150,000. The job is eligible for bonus/incentive pay. We offer comprehensive benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).

This posting includes a standard disclaimer about compensation and benefits that may be modified at the Company’s discretion and in compliance with the law.

Additional Information

Join our winning team today. For more information, visit www.danaher.com. Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity. The U.S. EEO posters are available here. For candidates outside New York City, information about conditions of any job offer is available here. We comply with disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. For accommodations, contact: 1-202-419-7762 or [e-mail].