**Work Location - Chakan , Pune.** **The Integral Warehousing & Distribution(IWD) Operations Manager will be** responsible for overseeing end-to-end logistics operations within the **medical devices domain** , including **inbound/outbound transportation** , **warehousing** , and **field inventory management** . Ensures all activities meet stringent standards for **quality** , **patient safety** , **regulatory compliance** , and **traceability** . Leads cross-functional teams, optimizes processes through **data-driven strategies** , and supports the safe and timely delivery of critical medical products and technologies. **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.** **Skills** **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. **How we work together** We believe that we are better together than apart. For our office-based teams, this means working in-person at least 3 days per week. Onsite roles require full-time presence in the company’s facilities. Field roles are most effectively done outside of the company’s main facilities, generally at the customers’ or suppliers’ locations. This is an onsite role and is based in our manufacturing site in Chakan **About Philips** We are a health technology company. We built our entire company around the belief that every human matters, and we won't stop until everybody everywhere has access to the quality healthcare that we all deserve. Do the work of your life to help the lives of others. * Learn more about our business. * Discover our rich and exciting history. * Learn more about our purpose. If you’re interested in this role and have many, but not all, of the experiences needed, we encourage you to apply. You may still be the right candidate for this or other opportunities at Philips. Learn more about our culture of impact with care here. \#LI-PHILIN