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Senior Logistics Manager

PolyPeptide Belgium · Braine-l'Alleud, Belgium

Operations ManagementSenior LevelQuick applyfull-time26 days ago

About The Role

Senior Logistics Manager

(Pharmaceutical / GMP Environment)

  • Passionate about Supply Chain and Logistics in a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical environment ?
  • Ready to bring your senior leadership expertise and play a key role in structuring and transforming complex logistics operations?
  • Join us and contribute to the development of a high-performance logistics organization in a fast-growing industrial environment.

We are currently looking for a

Senior Logistics Manager

to act as a strategic and operational partner to the Head of Supply Chain, with full accountability over end-to-end logistics performance.

Role & Responsibilities

  • As Senior Logistics Manager, you ensure full control, reliability, and continuous improvement of all logistics flows , from inbound to final delivery to customers.
  • You bring a strong operational leadership and a deep understanding of pharmaceutical logistics constraints (GMP, quality, traceability) .

Leadership & Team Management

  • Lead, structure and develop logistics teams (warehouse, inbound, outbound)
  • Manage experienced teams and ensure performance, engagement and accountability
  • Drive a strong leadership culture on the field (close to operations)
  • Build and deploy training and capability development plans
  • Act as a senior reference point for operational decision-making

End-to-End Logistics Ownership

  • Ensure efficient and compliant (GMP) management of inbound, warehousing and outbound flows
  • Guarantee material availability from reception to delivery
  • Define and implement logistics strategies (short, medium, long term)
  • Drive warehouse operations performance (capacity, flows, stock accuracy, lead-times)

Process Optimization & Projects

  • Lead major logistics transformation projects
  • Redesign and optimize logistics processes
  • Define CAPEX needs and support investment decisions

Continuous Improvement & Compliance

  • Drive Lean and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Ensure strict compliance with:
  • GMP requirements
  • EHS standards
  • Quality and traceability requirements
  • Improve performance through data, KPIs and technological solutions

Cross-functional Collaboration

  • Act as a key interface with Production, Quality, Supply Chain and external partners
  • Promote logistics best practices within the organization
  • Support overall supply chain performance and customer satisfaction

Profile & Qualifications

Required Experience (Mandatory Criteria)

  • Minimum 10 years of experience in logistics operations management
  • Proven experience in the pharmaceutical or GMP-regulated environment (mandatory)
  • Strong experience in warehouse operations (inbound, storage, outbound)
  • Demonstrated experience managing large teams in an industrial environment
  • Proven track record in leading complex logistics projects (such as : Warehouse setup / expansion, SAP or ERP implementation, Flow optimization / transformation)

Technical Skills

  • Deep understanding of end-to-end logistics flows in pharma
  • Strong knowledge of warehouse operations and material flows
  • Experience with ERP systems
  • Solid understanding of EHS and quality standards
  • Lean Management (Kaizen, 5S, continuous improvement)

Leadership & Personal Skills

  • Strong and established leadership presence
  • Ability to take decisions and drive execution on the field
  • Excellent stakeholder management skills
  • Strategic mindset combined with operational pragmatism
  • Strong problem-solving and prioritization skills

What We Offer

  • A competitive compensation package aligned with your experience and responsibilities.
  • A company car with fuel/energy card.
  • Bonus
  • Meal vouchers and eco‑vouchers.
  • Group insurance & hospitalization insurance.
  • Additional holidays and flexible working arrangements.
  • Opportunities for development within a growing international organization.
  • A dynamic work environment that values collaboration, empowerment, and continuous improvement.

Interested? Apply now and join us on this exciting journey.

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