Project Manager, Global Logistics

Danaher•Deer Park, IL

6d•$130,000 - $150,000•Onsite

About The Position

Leica Biosystems, a Danaher operating company, is seeking a Project Manager, Global Logistics to lead and coordinate cross-functional global logistics initiatives. The goal is to improve distribution effectiveness, service levels, and customer experience by driving execution rigor across global stakeholders, both internally and externally. This role will deliver measurable improvements to logistics processes for business leaders and customers. The position reports to the Senior Director, Global Distribution Logistics and is part of the Global Distribution Logistics team, located in the Chicago area, Illinois, and will be an onsite role. The company's mission is to advance cancer diagnostics and improve lives by empowering clinicians with innovative, reliable solutions. Employees are part of a diverse and collaborative global community, inspired to stretch, grow, and make an impact.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in operations, engineering, business, or a related discipline with 5+ years of experience in logistics.
Multiple years of project management experience supporting logistics, supply chain, or operations environments.
Experience leading structured process improvement initiatives within logistics, distribution, or supply chain functions.
Demonstrated experience coordinating work across global, cross functional teams and stakeholders.
Proficiency with project management and reporting tools and Microsoft Office applications.

Nice To Haves

Experience within medical devices, diagnostics, or other regulated manufacturing environments.
Exposure to lean, Kaizen, or continuous improvement systems such as DBS or equivalent frameworks.

Responsibilities

Lead global logistics process improvement initiatives from planning through implementation, partnering with regional and functional stakeholders.
Drive execution rigor across global teams and external logistics vendors through clear milestones, disciplined follow‑up, and timely escalation to ensure commitments are met.
Coordinate internal working teams and external logistics partners to standardize logistics and distribution processes across regions and sites.
Partner with logistics and business leaders to identify improvement opportunities, define success measures, and track progress against outcomes.
Prepare concise project updates, dashboards, and recommendations for senior operations and supply chain leadership.