Global Logistics Lead

Global Logistics Lead, office based flex, Warsaw Poland

ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.

As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers.

As a Global Logistics Lead at ICON, you will oversee and optimizing the global logistics operations across our supply chain.

What You Will Do:

You will oversee process improvement and operational excellence workstreams, ensuring deliverables meet quality and timeline expectations.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the planning and execution of global logistics strategies, ensuring seamless coordination of shipping, warehousing, and distribution activities.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop and implement logistics solutions that support business objectives and client requirements.
• Managing relationships with logistics providers, vendors, and internal stakeholders to ensure high service levels and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Overseeing the tracking and analysis of logistics metrics and performance data to identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings.
• Driving the implementation of best practices and continuous improvement initiatives across the global logistics network.

Your Profile:

You will have solid process improvement and operational excellence experience, with the ability to manage competing priorities and develop your team.

Required qualifications and experience:

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, life sciences, or a related discipline
• 5+ years of experience in logistics, supply chain management, or a related field, with a proven track record in a leadership role.
• Strong expertise in global logistics operations, including import/export regulations, freight management, and supply chain optimization.
• Exceptional leadership and project management skills, with the ability to drive cross-functional collaboration and manage complex logistics challenges.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, with a focus on delivering results in a dynamic environment.

Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.

Rewards & Benefits

ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.

Benefits may include:

• Competitive base salary and performance related incentives
• Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
• Retirement and pension plans
• Life assurance and disability coverage
• Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
• Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways

Benefits may vary depending on role and location.

Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.

Inclusion and Accessibility

ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.

If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a request here.

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About Us

ICON is an award-winning workplace that enables you to make a difference to patients’ lives by being part of a world-class clinical research organisation that helps deliver new medicines & medical devices that are benefitting patients worldwide. You are also part of a diverse company that cares about our world and is dedicated to conducting business more sustainably and supporting the communities in which we live.

If you’re as driven as we are, join us. You’ll be working in a great environment, with some of the brightest and the friendliest people in the sector, and you’ll be helping shape an industry.