Job Title:  Logistics Director - EMENA

Role Details

Logistics Director EMENA

Role: Full-time, permanent

Location: Stockley Park, West London

Salary: Competitive + bonus + benefits

This role will be 5 days Office-based however, occasional visits to manufacturing sites, warehouses, distribution centres, or logistics partners across EMENA & India.

The Role

The Logistics Director EMENA is responsible for leading and managing the inhouse and third party logistics operations of the company, including transportation, warehousing, distribution, supply chain coordination and supporting inventory management within the territory. The role ensures the efficient and cost-effective movement of goods while meeting customer service and regulatory compliance standards. The Logistics Director should be expected to stand in for the VP of SC in senior leadership team meetings.

• Develop and implement logistics strategies to ensure efficient, reliable, and cost-effective transportation and distribution operations.
• Oversee day-to-day logistics operations including planning, transportation, warehousing, and support inventory management.
• Negotiate contracts with logistics providers, carriers, and third-party vendors to optimize service levels and cost efficiency.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to assess and improve operational effectiveness and customer satisfaction.
• Ensure compliance with all national and international regulations regarding shipping, customs, and transportation.
• Collaborate with procurement, production, and sales teams to align logistics strategies and deliver key business objectives.
• Lead, develop, and mentor a team of logistics operators, managers and staff to drive performance and professional growth.
• Define, implement and maintain logistics technologies and systems (e.g., TMS, WMS, ERP) to enhance operational visibility and accuracy.
• Manage the EMENA logistics budget, identify cost-saving opportunities, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

The Person

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.

Experience:

• Significant experience in logistics or supply chain management in a highly regulated industry, preferably pharmaceuticals.
• Experience in a leadership or director-level role overseeing complex logistics operations.

Skills:

• Deep knowledge of logistics systems, transportation management, distribution planning and distribution network design.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Excellent analytical, organisational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with logistics and supply chain software (e.g., SAP, TMS, WMS systems).

The Rewards

In return, we offer a competitive salary and rewards package (including holiday, bonus and pension scheme). Not to mention the opportunity to genuinely make a difference in a new and dynamic role within a progressive and expanding business, at an exciting time of growing international reach.

How to Apply

If you possess the experience, passion and ability to make this role a success then we would like to hear from you. Please complete your Candidate Profile on our careers site to apply for this role. For more information, you can contact us on: careers@accord-healthcare.com

A Bit About Us

Accord Healthcare Europe is one of the fastest growing pharmaceutical companies in Europe. Accord has one of the largest market footprints of any European generic and biosimilars companies selling generic medicines in over 80 countries around the world. This global footprint enables us to deliver vital, affordable medicines to national health systems supporting healthcare professionals to transform patient lives worldwide. The approach of Accord is agile and inventive, always seeking to improve products and patients' access to them. Accord are driven to think differently and deliver more for the benefit of patients worldwide. 

To continue our growth, we’re looking for the best and brightest technical minds and forward-thinking business professionals. Keeping our people at the heart of all we do, we offer rewarding opportunities for those looking for continued personal and professional growth, investing in training and development tailored to each individual’s focus. So, if you’re looking for an inclusive company to take your career to the next level, you’re certainly in the right place; come and join us to make it better.

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All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

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