Hybrid Global Logistics Director – Global Technical Operations

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About the role

  • Global Logistics Director for Merz Aesthetics optimizing global logistics and supply chains. Leading logistics with a focus on service, cost, compliance, and team development.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the global logistics function, balancing service, cost, and tariff implications.
  • Optimize global warehouse and transportation operations and ensure trade compliance.
  • Manage logistics service providers and strategic contracts.
  • Design and implement global logistics network strategies for efficiency and scalability.
  • Provide leadership in Customs & Trade Compliance across regions.
  • Develop response plans for disruptive challenges in logistics.
  • Drive digitalization initiatives and implement advanced technologies for visibility and automation.
  • Integrate sustainability and ESG principles into logistics operations.
  • Collaborate globally on budgeting and capital planning.
  • Inspire and develop a high-performing global team.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain Management or equivalent.
  • 10+ years of experience in global supply logistics management, ideally in medical device or pharmaceutical industries.
  • Proven leadership of multicultural teams and global operations.
  • Strong business acumen, strategic thinking, and digital expertise.
  • Experience in Operational Excellence / Lean / Six Sigma.
  • Excellent communication skills in English; additional languages are a plus.
  • Preferred: Master’s degree/MBA, professional certifications (CPIM/CSCP), regulatory knowledge (ISO 13485, FDA, EU MDR).

Benefits

  • You can expect to find an open work culture with flat hierarchies and short decision-making paths at Merz Aesthetics.
  • Collaborate with colleagues from all around the globe.
  • Company day care centers at our locations.
  • Awarded the “Top Employer” and “Great Place to Work” certifications for our outstanding HR policies and work culture in the EMEA region.
  • Contemporary flexible working time models.
  • Flex-working time and mobile working.
  • Generous arrangements for annual leave.
  • Ongoing training through regular development discussions and a wide range of management and specialist training courses, soft skills courses, e-learning courses, language courses and coaching sessions.

Job title

Global Logistics Director – Global Technical Operations

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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