Sr Logistics Manager - Remote (Candidates in MA, CT preferred)

Lensa; Billerica (MA); Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Sr Logistics Manager to lead logistics initiatives and drive cost-saving projects. This remote position requires a Bachelor's degree and significant experience in logistics, ideally within the Medical Device or Life Science industry. The role involves collaborating with various teams to improve service and reduce costs, making it essential for candidates to have strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with at least 5 years.
• Experience in multinational companies and Medical Device or Life Science industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead logistics initiatives and cost-saving projects.
• Collaborate with manufacturing sites to standardize processes.
• Drive continuous improvement and KPI reviews with 3PL providers.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish-English

Analytical mindset

Problem-solving skills

Results-oriented

Strong transportation knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

TMS

Job description

Sr Logistics Manager - Remote (Candidates in MA, CT preferred)

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Lensa is the leading career site for job seekers at every stage of their career. Our client, Medtronic, is seeking professionals. Apply via Lensa today!

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 20 May 2025.

At Medtronic, you can begin a lifelong career of exploration and innovation, helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.

A Day in the Life

As a Sr. Global Logistics Manager, you will lead logistics initiatives, ensure deployment of all Deliver transformation standards across manufacturing sites, develop and implement best practices, and drive continuous improvement. You will lead large-scale cost-saving projects, work closely with senior leadership, and address logistics needs.

Remote (Candidates in MA, CT preferred)

• Lead network changes involving opening and closing of raw material warehouses and manufacturing cross docks.
• Lead KPI reviews with 3PL providers and drive continuous improvement.
• Develop and prioritize opportunities to improve service and reduce costs across the network.
• Partner with finance to review freight spend, assess risks, and lead projects to reduce variance vs. the Annual Operating Plan.
• Collaborate with manufacturing sites and cross docks to standardize processes and deploy best practices.
• Identify cost savings opportunities to achieve 5-6% YoY cost reduction.
• Work with the Deliver COE to meet service, sustainability, and cost targets.
• Deploy transportation knowledge and training within manufacturing sites.
• Drive cross-functional initiatives and collaboration.
• Lead contingency planning and risk management activities as needed.

Qualifications – External

Must Have: Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with at least 5 years of relevant experience.

Nice to Have

• Bilingual Spanish-English.
• Experience in multinational companies with diverse cultures and matrix organizations.
• Experience in Medical Device or Life Science industry.
• Strong transportation and distribution knowledge, including TMS and cross dock operations.
• Results-oriented with a focus on deadlines and financial targets.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Analytical mindset and problem-solving skills.
• Experience leading cross-functional initiatives.

Travel may be required to Medtronic locations as needed.