Manager, Logistic Operations
Stryker Ireland, Ltd.
Apply to this job Alcobendas, Spain Until 8/21/2026 7+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted March 3, 2026 Last posted May 13, 2026
Job description
Work Flexibility: OnsiteTravel Percentage: 30%
Join a high-impact leadership role where you will shape and lead warehouse, kitting, and distribution operations across Spain. You will drive operational excellence, build high-performing teams, and ensure best-in-class service delivery aligned with customer commitments. This is an exciting opportunity to influence a critical part of the European logistics network and deliver measurable business results.
What you will do
- Lead warehouse, kitting, and distribution operations across Spain to deliver agreed service levels, cost targets, and operational performance metrics
- Build, develop, and retain a high-performing team by conducting performance reviews, talent planning, and succession management
- Define operational strategy and translate business requirements into execution plans to ensure readiness, capacity, and service reliability
- Drive compliance with applicable regulations and standards, including medical device regulations, quality standards, health and safety, and trade compliance requirements
- Identify improvement opportunities and implement continuous improvement initiatives to optimize processes and reduce operational costs
- Collaborate with regional and cross-functional stakeholders to enhance the European distribution network, footprint, and service offering
- Monitor customer feedback and operational performance indicators to continuously improve service delivery and customer satisfaction
- Oversee inventory control, storage, and transportation activities to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and alignment with business objectives
What you will need
Required qualifications
- Minimum bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Engineering, Life Sciences, or equivalent field
- Minimum 7 years of experience in people management roles within logistics, supply chain, or operations environments
- Minimum 5 years of experience in distribution, logistics, manufacturing, or supply chain operations in multi-shift and automated environments
- Fluency in English and Spanish
- Experience with logistics and supply chain systems including inventory management, planning, and order management tools
- Experience working with international standards such as ISO or FDA
Preferred qualifications
- Postgraduate qualification in Logistics, Warehousing, or Operations
- APICS certification
- Certification or formal training in Lean, Six Sigma, or Process Excellence methodologies
- Experience in medical device or healthcare logistics environments
Additional Information
- Location: Madrid
- Work arrangement: On-site role supporting warehouse and logistics operations
About this role
Summary
Lead warehouse, distribution, and supply chain operations across Spain, optimizing performance and building teams
Job title
Manager, Logistic Operations
Experience level
7+ years
Minimum experience
7+ years exp
Industry
logistics
Location requirements
On-site in Alcobendas, Spain; no remote work allowed
Salary
Not specified
Visa sponsorship
H-1B sponsor history
Management role
Yes
Skills & keywords
Required skills
people managementlogistics systemsinventory managementISOFDA
Preferred skills
postgraduate logisticsAPICSLeanSix Sigmahealthcare logistics
Specializations
warehousedistributionsupply chainlogisticsoperations
Locations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
Alcobendas, Madrid, Spain
On-site City