Associate Director, Logistics, Planning & Warehouse Management

**Overview**At QIAGEN, we are driven by a simple but powerful vision: making improvements in life possible.We’re dedicated to revolutionizing science and healthcare for the better. From our entrepreneurial roots to our current global presence, we've grown into a force for positive change. With thousands of employees across six continents, collaboration is our greatest strength. We’re always striving to identify talented individuals to join our exceptional teams.At QIAGEN, every day is an opportunity to make a real-life impact.Join us, grow with us, and together, let's shape the future of biological discovery.## About the opportunityThe Associate Director, Logistics, Planning & Warehouse Management is responsible for leading site-level production planning, materials management, warehouse operations, and logistics activities. You own execution of the site supply chain strategy, balancing service, cost, inventory, quality, and risk, while ensuring alignment with regional and global priorities. You partner closely across Operations, Manufacturing, Finance, Sales, and Product/Marketing stakeholders to drive an effective S&OP rhythm, strengthen OTIF performance, and accelerate digital, data-driven decision-making. If you thrive in regulated, fast-paced manufacturing environments and love building capable teams, this role offers visible impact and strategic influence.## ## Your tasks include* Lead and continuously improve site production planning, materials management, procurement support, warehouse operations, and logistics execution.* Own the site supply chain strategy and translate business objectives into demand, supply, capacity, and inventory plans (including S&OP participation).* Drive forecasting and planning governance with cross-functional partners to align material plans with demand and service commitments.* Direct warehouse and logistics performance: capacity and layout planning, labor strategy, freight management, and 3PL oversight.* Improve OTIF and optimize logistics and warehousing costs through KPI management, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions.* Oversee manufacturing scheduling, shop order generation, and production master data accuracy (BOMs, routings, and related data).* Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, strengthen business continuity plans, and support NPI and product transfer activities.## ## Your profile* Minimum of 10 years of people leadership in a technical, operations, or manufacturing environment.* Minimum of 10 years of supply chain experience, ideally spanning production planning, logistics/transportation, warehousing, and materials management.* Preferred: APICS (CPIM/CSCP), Lean Six Sigma, PMP, and/or experience with cleanroom/controlled environments and standards such as FDA, ISO 13485, GDP/GLP/GMP.* Demonstrate success delivering results in complex, regulated, and fast-paced settings with strong stakeholder influence at senior levels.* Have hands-on experience with ERP/MRP systems and strong knowledge of inventory management and planning processes.* Apply strong analytical skills to turn data into decisions (forecast accuracy, inventory turns, service levels, cost, master data accuracy, obsolescence).* Communicate professionally and clearly in English (written and verbal) and work confidently with cross-functional/global partners.*The estimated base salary range for this position is $120,000 - $165,000. Compensation will be based on the candidate’s experience, skills, geographic location, and other job-related factors. In addition to base salary, we offer a total compensation package that includes a bonus plan and generous benefits.***What we offer*** Bonus/Commission* Local benefits* Referral Program* Volunteer Day* Internal Academy (QIALearn)* Employee Assistance Program* Hybrid work (conditional to your role)Our people are the heartbeat of everything we do. Passion drives us as we push boundaries to innovate and evolve. We inspire with our leadership and make an impact with our actions. We cultivate a collaborative, supportive environment where each individual and team can flourish. We champion accountability and encourage entrepreneurial thinking.QIAGEN is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, or disability.We have played a pivotal role in shaping modern science and healthcare, and we're just getting started. If you're someone who thrives on new challenges, values diversity and wants to make a tangible difference in people's lives, then QIAGEN is the place for you. #J-18808-Ljbffr Qiagen N.V