Director, Logistics Operations (CDC 1)

About the role

Stryker is hiring a Director, Logistics Operations (CDC 1) in Plainfield, USA, working onsite. The role provides strategic and operational leadership for CDC 1, covering inbound, warehousing, value-added services, inventory management, order fulfillment and outbound distribution. It leads internal teams and third-party logistics providers, drives continuous improvement and cost reduction, and builds capacity and investment plans for future growth.

Key responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end CDC 1 operations (receiving, storage, replenishment, picking, packing, value-added services, shipping) and ensure safety, quality, service, accuracy and delivery expectations are met.
• Manage 3PL relationships, service levels, performance scorecards and escalation processes, holding providers accountable for safety, quality, delivery, cost, staffing and contractual commitments.
• Oversee labeling, packaging, kitting, configuration, inspection and rework, and evaluate new value-added service requests.
• Develop and manage the operating budget, forecasts and financial controls, and prepare business cases for capital, automation, technology and facility investments.
• Build multi-year capacity and operating plans, and develop contingency and business-continuity plans.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, quality-system requirements, work instructions, trade and regulatory obligations, and maintain inventory accuracy and traceability.
• Use data, root-cause analysis, Lean principles and performance metrics to improve flow and eliminate waste, and sponsor improvements across safety, quality, service and productivity.
• Build and coach a high-performing CDC leadership team, and communicate performance, priorities, risks and recovery plans to senior leaders.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations Management, Business, Engineering or a related field; master's degree preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in warehousing, distribution, supply chain, logistics or related operations.
• Demonstrated experience leading large-scale operations and managing 3PL performance, budgets, service levels and strategic plans.
• Experience with warehouse management systems, operational reporting, capital planning and continuous improvement.
• Medical-device or regulated-industry experience preferred.

Required skills

• Warehouse management systems and operational reporting
• Lean principles and continuous improvement
• Strong leadership, financial, analytical, negotiation, communication and change-management skills

Pay range: $159,900 - $266,500 USD per year. Travel percentage: 10%.