Senior Manager, External Warehousing (Biopharmaceutical, Remote)

Job summary

The Senior Manager of External Warehousing & Logistics is responsible for developing and implementing a global strategy for external warehousing across Europe and the Rest of World. This role involves overseeing external partners to ensure compliant and efficient operations that support a growing product portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the global external warehousing strategy, focusing on scalability, compliance, and cost efficiency.
• Serve as the main contact for external warehousing partners and logistics suppliers, managing relationships and ensuring alignment.
• Oversee inbound and outbound logistics flows across global warehouse providers for efficiency.
• Lead the implementation and validation processes at external partners, including contract negotiations and service level agreements.
• Manage supplier performance, including monitoring KPIs and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Control the warehousing budget, ensuring cost management and alignment with financial goals.
• Ensure accurate inventory management, including reconciliation and compliance with financial standards.
• Maintain adherence to SOX and GxP requirements in inventory and warehousing processes.
• Collaborate with external partners on process improvements and digitalization efforts to enhance service quality.
• Work with Quality Assurance to ensure GxP compliance across the warehousing network.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align operations and mitigate supply chain risks.
• Manage logistics-related systems, ensuring optimal performance and necessary enhancements.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Over 8 years of experience in the biopharmaceutical sector, particularly in external warehousing and logistics.
• Proven track record in developing and executing supply chain strategies at a regional or global level.
• Expertise in inventory management, financial processes, and compliance standards.
• Experience in supplier and contract management, including negotiation skills.
• Strong budget management and cost optimization experience.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, capable of influencing across various functions.
• Experience in a global, matrix organization.
• Proficient in English, both written and spoken.
• Leadership experience with a focus on driving change and continuous improvement.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in diverse teams.
• Innovative mindset with a focus on efficiency and quality.

Education

• Master’s degree in a relevant field.

Tools

• Familiarity with logistics management systems, such as SAP ERP.