Smith+Nephew

Third Party Warehousing Manager

Smith+Nephew

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Netherlands

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PMP

About the role

  • Lead the planning and execution of a comprehensive Network Optimization Plan
  • Act as Project Manager coordinating internal and external resources
  • Support the development of processes and procedures at the new warehouse location
  • Monitor project milestones, conduct progress reviews, and communicate updates to stakeholders
  • Oversee day-to-day operations of third-party warehouses to ensure efficiency, compliance, and service excellence
  • Ensure adherence to Good Distribution Practice (GDP) guidelines, SOX controls, and internal quality standards
  • Support audits and manage corrective actions and continuous improvement plans
  • Develop and implement SOPs to optimize warehousing and logistics performance
  • Establish and monitor KPIs to evaluate warehouse productivity and service levels
  • Analyze performance metrics, identify gaps, and implement corrective actions
  • Work closely with service providers to drive operational improvements and exceed service targets
  • Negotiate, manage, and monitor contracts and service level agreements with 3PL providers
  • Serve as the primary contact for third-party warehousing partners

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
  • Advanced degree or relevant certifications (e.g., APICS, PMP) are a plus
  • Proven track record managing third-party logistics providers, with a focus on warehousing and distribution
  • Strong project management experience in network optimization or supply chain transformation initiatives
  • Deep understanding of warehousing operations, including inventory control, order fulfillment, and regulatory compliance
  • Experience working in a global environment with internal and external stakeholders, suppliers, and freight forwarders
Benefits
  • Generous annual bonus
  • Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off
  • Paid holidays
  • Flex Holidays
  • Hybrid Working Model (For most professional roles)
  • Hands-On, Team-Customised, Mentorship
  • Pension BeFrank and Insurances
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
network optimizationproject managementprocess developmentSOP developmentKPI establishmentperformance analysiscontract negotiationinventory controlorder fulfillmentregulatory compliance
Soft Skills
communicationleadershiporganizational skillsstakeholder managementproblem-solving
Certifications
APICSPMP