Sr Director, Global Distribution Operations & Logistics

Danaher•Marlborough, MA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sr Director, Global Distribution Operations & Logistics is responsible for leading end-to-end global logistics and distribution networks, optimizing multi-site warehousing and transportation nodes, driving operational improvements and improving the customer delivery experience. This role ensures compliant, resilient, and cost-effective movement of Cytiva products through a global network of manufacturing plants, distribution centers, 3PL partners, and customer sites. This position reports to the VP, Global Supply Chain Operations and is part of the Global Supply Chain Operations organization located onsite at one of our Cytiva sites located in either the United States or Europe.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business administration, logistics, or a related field required; MBA preferred
15+ years of progressive experience in logistics, distribution and transportation operations, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
Builds high performing global logistics teams through growing/developing leaders and driving operational excellence
Hands-on experience leading global logistics networks including air/ocean freight, multi-modal transportation, customs and compliance.
Operating expense budget ownership at or above the $100M level; proficiency with P&L accountability
Strong partnership skills - able to negotiate, structure, and handle sophisticated 3PL and carrier contracts, including dispute resolution.
International team leadership experience with high ownership orientation— leading across time zones, cultures, and employment structure with significant autonomy and decision-making authority.
Outstanding communication and executive presence, with the ability to influence senior partners and translate operational complexity into business impact.

Nice To Haves

Proven track record directly leading large-scale distribution centers and managing global 3PL networks across multiple regions
Experience leading high velocity, dynamic distribution and logistics networks in healthcare, life sciences or pharmaceutical industries

Responsibilities

Shape and execute enterprise logistics and distribution strategies - across company run and 3PL managed distribution centers that align network design, freight, and trade compliance to business growth, margin, and service outcomes.
Lead large, complex, high-velocity distribution operations (10,000+ SKUs; consumables, hardware, service; multiple temperature modes), delivering sustained service alongside year-on-year workforce productivity gains
Provide strategic oversight and direct line leadership of global transportation operations, including inbound, outbound, international, and intercompany logistics.
Champion a culture of continuous improvement across all distribution and logistics operations, while driving standardization of processes, metrics, reporting, and best practices across a global network
Lead global, matrixed organizations through complexity and change, sustaining performance while executing structural, digital, and operating‑model transformation.
Manage global 3PL and carrier performance while driving operational efficiency and cost reduction.
Drive distribution process optimization, digitalization, sustainability initiatives, and DBS-based continuous improvement.