POSITION SUMMARY
As a Senior Logistics Specialist, you will play a key operational role in managing warehouse operations, optimizing logistics workflows, and supporting transportation network performance. This role requires an autonomous and proactive individual who applies in depth logistics‑ knowledge and best practices to solve complex operational challenges within established frameworks.
You will independently oversee a range of logistics activities while working closely with third party logistics‑ providers (3PLs), forwarders, and internal teams to ensure reliable execution, KPI adherence, and regulatory compliance. Acting as a subject matter resource, you will contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and support seamless ‑day-to-day logistics‑ operations across the network.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Warehouse Operations & 3PL Execution
- Independently manage day-to-day warehouse operations (inbound, inventory, scrap, labeling/kitting, outbound, return‑ administration), ensuring operational efficiency, cost control, and regulatory compliance.
- Monitor daily inbound and outbound shipment activities with 3PL partners and act as a primary point of contact for operational execution.
- Resolve systemic or complex 3PL operational issues in collaboration with cross functional stakeholders, escalating only when required‑.
Transportation & Network Optimization
- Execute transportation evaluations and network optimization activities in line with defined KPIs and business requirements.
- Handle complex transportation claims and escalations toward service, cost, and performance targets.
- Recommend improvements to existing logistics processes using established solutions and best practices.
Logistics Provider & Supplier Management
- Manage day-to-day operational relationships with regional and complex logistics‑ suppliers, forwarders, and 3PLs.
- Ensure supplier KPI accountability and performance tracking; actively drive Monthly Business Reviews (MBRs) and support Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs).
- Act as a knowledgeable resource for colleagues and stakeholders on supplier performance and operational topics.
Inventory, Compliance & SOX Activities
- Own inventory management activities, ensuring accuracy of inventory data and timely resolution of discrepancies.
- Lead execution and closure of audit findings, non‑conformances, and procedure updates related to inventory, PI, and logistics operations.
- Independently execute SOX control activities and support internal and external audits within defined policies and controls.
- Oversee scrap management activities, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal procedures while driving waste reduction within the operational scope.
- Identify and lead continuous improvement opportunities across the logistics network, apply Lean/FBS principles to improve process efficiency, reduce cost, and minimize waste.
- Autonomously drive sustainable improvements using existing solutions and best practices, sharing knowledge and supporting less experienced‑ colleagues.
Business Support & Period End‑ Activities
- Collaborate with logistics and supply chain teams to improve service levels, maintain supply chain‑ efficiency, and support cost optimization initiatives.
- Support month end and ‑quarter end logistics‑ and inventory activities, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.
YEARS OF RELATED EXPERIENCE
Minimum of 5–7 years of progressive experience in logistics, supply chain, transportation, or warehouse operations.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS
- Business English preferred to support regional and cross functional‑ collaboration. Dutch is a plus.
- Strong proficiency in ERP System (SAP) / EDI Setup knowledge and Analytic Tools is a plus
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
- Proven ability to work independently with minimal guidance, while effectively collaborating as a member of cross functional‑ teams and committees.
- Demonstrated versatility and adaptability in fast-changing operational environments, with a proactive and ‑solution-oriented‑ mindset.
- Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
- High attention to detail, particularly in inventory, compliance, and operational execution.
- Strong commitment to operational excellence, quality, and adherence to standards and controls.
- Self-starter with the ability to identify‑ issues, apply best practices, and drive resolution within defined guidelines.
Fortive Corporation Overview
Fortive's essential technology makes the world safer and more productive. We accelerate transformation in high-impact fields like workplace safety, build environments, and healthcare.
We are a global industrial technology innovator with a startup spirit. Our forward-looking companies lead the way in healthcare sterilization, industrial safety, predictive maintenance, and other mission-critical solutions. We're a force for progress, working alongside our customers and partners to solve challenges on a global scale, from workplace safety in the most demanding conditions to advanced technologies that help providers focus on exceptional patient care.
We are a diverse team 10,000 strong, united by a dynamic, inclusive culture and energized by limitless learning and growth. We use the proven Fortive Business System (FBS) to accelerate our positive impact.
At Fortive, we believe in you. We believe in your potential—your ability to learn, grow, and make a difference.
At Fortive, we believe in us. We believe in the power of people working together to solve problems no one could solve alone.
At Fortive, we believe in growth. We're honest about what's working and what isn't, and we never stop improving and innovating.
Fortive: For you, for us, for growth.
About Advanced Sterilization Products
ASP is a leading global provider of innovative sterilization and disinfection solutions, and a pioneer of low-temperature hydrogen peroxide sterilization technology.ASP’s mission is to protect patients during their most critical moments. We support healthcare facilities in the fight to protect patients against hospital acquired infections, which are a leading cause of morbidity and mortality. ASP’s products, which are sold globally, include the STERRAD system for sterilizing instruments and the EVOTECH and ENDOCLENS systems for endoscope reprocessing and cleaning.
We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fortive Corporation and all Fortive Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Fortive and all Fortive Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at [email protected].
Bonus or Equity
This position is also eligible for bonus as part of the total compensation package.
ASP is a leading global provider of innovative sterilization and disinfection solutions, and a pioneer of low-temperature hydrogen peroxide sterilization technology.ASP’s mission is to protect patients during their most critical moments. We support healthcare facilities in the fight to protect patients against hospital acquired infections, which are a leading cause of morbidity and mortality. ASP’s products, which are sold globally, include the STERRAD system for sterilizing instruments and the EVOTECH and ENDOCLENS systems for endoscope reprocessing and cleaning.
We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fortive Corporation and all Fortive Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Fortive and all Fortive Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at [email protected].
NoneThis position is also eligible for bonus as part of the total compensation package.
