Sr Director, Global Distribution Operations & Logistics
About the role
Bring more to life. Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology? At Cytiva, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life. Working at Cytiva means being at the forefront of providing new solutions to transform human health. Our incredible customers undertake life-saving activities ranging from fundamental biological research to developing innovative vaccines, new medicines, and cell and gene therapies. At Cytiva you will be able to continuously improve yourself and us – working on challenges that truly matter with people that care for each other, our customers, and their patients. Take your next step to an altogether life-changing career. Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible.
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.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business administration, logistics, or a related field required; MBA preferred and 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.
Benefits
- Comprehensive, competitive benefit programs
- Health care programs
- Paid time off
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) plan for eligible employees
Pay
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