Philips IWD Factory Operations Manager 

India, Maharashtra, Pune 

680803185

Your role:

• Manage inbound logistics with strong connections in Customs and freight forwarders , ensuring timely and compliant material flow.
• Oversee warehousing operations with a focus on FIFO , shelf-life monitoring , and environmental control (especially for PCBA & E-components ).
• Ensure outbound logistics excellence, including customs clearance , coordination with freight forwarders , and destination delivery accuracy.
• Maintain strict compliance between SAP master data and physical ensuring traceability and audit readiness.
• Lead teams in transport planning , distribution , and field inventory management with a focus on safety , efficiency , and GDP standards.
• Drive automation , ERP (SAP) integration, and Industry 4.0 initiatives to enhance operational visibility and control.
• Collaborate with quality , manufacturing , and commercial teams to align field inventory strategies with business goals.
• Evaluate and manage third-party logistics and supplier performance to ensure high-performing, strategic partnerships.
• Champion LEAN , Six Sigma , and continuous improvement methodologies to boost productivity and reduce waste.
• Provide strategic input on capacity planning , procurement , and infrastructure development .
• Ensure master data integrity for accurate tracking, reporting, and regulatory compliance.
• Act as a trusted advisor on logistics-related decisions and enterprise-wide initiatives.

You're the right fit if you have

• Education : Bachelor's / Master's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management or equivalent.
• Experience : Minimum 15+ years in logistics ,Supply Chain, Transport, Logistics, Operations, Physical Distribution or equivalent. within medical devices , healthcare , automotive , electronics , or pharmaceutical industries.
• Technical Knowledge : Deep expertise in Warehousing, Transport , Logistics , Operations , and Physical Distribution, Supply Chain ,Strong understanding of GDP , ISO 13485 , FDA/GxP , and industry-specific logistics regulations is preferred.

Required:

• Warehouse Management System (WMS), Logistics Systems, Transport Planning & Scheduling
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Effective stakeholder communication and strategic decision-making.
• Knowledge of LEAN , Six Sigma , and continuous improvement frameworks .
• Expertise in data analytics , KPI monitoring , and process optimization .
• Proficient in ERP systems (especially SAP ), WMS , and logistics software.
• Strong business and commercial acumen.

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