Stäubli

Mechanical Or Industrial Engineering

GlobalHeadofLogistics

€160–240k ~AI est. Bayreuth, Bavaria, Germany FULL TIME
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The Brief

“Global Head of Logistics at Stäubli. Skills: Logistics strategy, Global logistics operations, Network transformation, Process optimization. Define global logistics strategy. Execute global logistics strategy”

What You'll Achieve.

Ensure high service levels; Ensure operational reliability; Improve cost; Improve lead time; Improve inventory accuracy; Improve warehouse performance; Drive sustainable cost reductions; Deliver cost optimization; Deliver performance improvements; Deliver ROI-driven initiatives; Reduce environmental footprint

Industry & Context.

Mechanical Or Industrial Engineering
Problems you'll solve

Cost optimization; Performance improvements; ROI-driven initiatives; Risk mitigation

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Extensive experience in logistics, supply chain, or operations, Significant international leadership responsibility, Global industrial, manufacturing, or distribution-driven environment experience, Managing complex, multi-region logistics networks, Leading large-scale transformation programs, Deep expertise in transportation, Deep expertise in warehousing, Deep expertise in international trade, Deep expertise in customs, Deep expertise in 3PL/provider management, Strategic and operational leadership skills, Delivering cost optimization, Delivering performance improvements, Delivering ROI-driven initiatives, High level of digital literacy, Leading logistics system implementations, Excellent leadership skills, Excellent change management skills, Excellent stakeholder influence skills, Operate effectively in multicultural, matrix-driven environments, Fluent English

Nice to Have

Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Master’s degree in Logistics, Master’s degree in Engineering, MBA or advanced executive education, German language skills, French language skills, Mandarin language skills

What You'll Do.

Define global logistics strategy

Execute global logistics strategy

Harmonize logistics processes

Optimize logistics processes

Harmonize partner ecosystems

Optimize partner ecosystems

Harmonize logistics systems

Optimize logistics systems

Support business growth

Support operational excellence

Support sustainability objectives

Oversee global logistics performance

Drive network transformation

Drive process transformation

Strengthen logistics resilience

Strengthen logistics compliance

Build international logistics organization

Establish logistics standards

Establish logistics policies

Establish logistics governance

Manage logistics footprint decisions

Oversee inbound logistics operations

Oversee intercompany logistics operations

Oversee outbound logistics operations

Oversee service flow logistics operations

Ensure high service levels

Ensure operational reliability

Improve logistics cost

Improve logistics lead time

Improve inventory accuracy

Improve warehouse performance

Own logistics cost performance

Manage global logistics budget

Drive sustainable cost reductions

Support freight procurement

Support contract negotiations

Enable data-driven performance management

Optimize global network

Optimize core logistics processes

Redesign distribution networks

Improve transportation lanes

Improve warehouse structures

Lead automation initiatives

Lead system implementation initiatives

Balance global consistency

Balance regional needs

Drive logistics digitalization

Drive logistics resilience

Drive logistics compliance

Integrate cross-functional systems

Mitigate geopolitical risks

Mitigate regulatory risks

Mitigate capacity risks

Mitigate disruption risks

Ensure customs compliance

Advance sustainability

Advance organizational capability

Reduce environmental footprint

Support ESG reporting

Lead international logistics team

Partner with senior stakeholders

Partner with Operations

Partner with Supply Chain

Partner with external logistics providers

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Cross-functional system integration; Partner with senior stakeholders; Partner with Operations; Partner with Supply Chain; Partner with Sales; Partner with Finance; Partner with IT; Partner with external logistics providers

Process & Methodology

Large-scale transformation programs

Full Job Description

Stäubli is a global industrial and mechatronic solution provider with four dedicated Divisions: Electrical Connectors, Fluid Connectors, Robotics and Textile, serving customers who aim to increase their productivity in many industrial sectors. Stäubli currently operates in 28 countries, with agents in 50 countries on four continents. Its global workforce of 6,000 shares a commitment to partnering with customers in nearly every industry to provide comprehensive solutions with long-term support. Originally founded in 1892 as a small workshop in Horgen/Zurich, Switzerland, today Stäubli is an international Group headquartered in Pfäffikon, Switzerland. About the Role We are seeking an experienced Global Head of Logistics to define and execute our global logistics and distribution strategy, ensuring efficient, resilient, and cost-effective end-to-end logistics operations across all regions. This is a critical leadership role responsible for harmonizing and optimizing logistics processes, partner ecosystems, and systems while supporting business growth, operational excellence, and sustainability objectives. You will oversee global logistics performance across North America, Europe, and Asia, drive network and process transformation, strengthen resilience and compliance, and build a high-performing international logistics organization in a complex, matrix-driven environment. Key Responsibilities * Define and lead the global logistics and distribution strategy in alignment with business and growth objectives, establishing standards, policies, and governance across transportation, warehousing, customs, and logistics footprint decisions. * Oversee end-to-end logistics operations across inbound, intercompany, outbound, and service flows, ensuring high service levels, operational reliability, and continuous improvement in cost, lead time, inventory accuracy, and warehouse performance. * Own logistics cost performance and partner strategy by managing the global logistics budget

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