Logistic Director

Would you like to contribute to improving the quality of life of people with hearing loss?   

At Oticon Medical, we develop, produce and market bone-anchored hearing systems. At our site ITSA Medical in Vallauris (Sophia Antipolis), in the south of France, we specialize in the production of active implantable class III implants and soon also worldwide distribution of the company's full product portfolio. In addition, the site hosts an R&D team and the sales organization for France. 

We are now seeking a highly skilled and experienced Logistic Director to head up the Oticon Medical global distribution activities and further strengthen our Oticon Medical operations organization. Reporting to the Oticon Senior Director of Operations you will be overall responsible for warehousing and distribution of Oticon Medicals product portfolio to customers worldwide. 

• Lead the distribution transfer project and coordinate cross-functional stakeholders (IT, Sales, ERP, Finance)

• Recruit and manage the onsite team in Vallauris overseeing central distribution operations

• Design and deploy regional and local distribution networks as part of a global program

• Ensure cost-efficient operations by defining, monitoring and ensuring compliance with the annual budget

• Contribute to ERP validation for logistics and distribution activities

• Define and implement procedures to optimize flows in compliance with medical device GMP requirements

• Support commercial activities through robust logistics processes, including returns management, repair replacements and loan device fleet management

• Enforce applicable rules and procedures

• Analyze and execute changes in line with regulatory requirements and company strategic decisions

• Define distribution strategy and required resources

• Secure daily operations and support ramp-up phases while maintaining a high level of service

• Develop and monitor KPIs

• Ensure on-time, in-full delivery to distributors and customers worldwide

• • Master's degree (Bac+5) in Logistics / Supply Chain

  • Minimum 5 years' experience in logistics and distribution within an international environment

  • Solid experience in financial monitoring and budget follow-up

  Technical skills / Know-how:

  • Strong expertise in logistics and distribution, including inventory management and loaner services

  • Good knowledge of regulatory requirements in the pharmaceutical and/or medical device industry

  • Good understanding of customs management and transportation regulations

  • Proven experience in accounting and financial processes

  • Confirmed experience as an ERP user

  Interpersonal skills:

  • Strong leadership and people management skills with a hands-on approach

  • Experience working in a global, multicultural organization

  • Proven ability in overall organizational management

  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess complex situations and make decisions

  • Ability to influence stakeholders and management to achieve results

  • Excellent communication skills

  • Full professional proficiency in English (written, spoken, read)