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Head of IWD NAR

Nashville, TN

Job Title
Head of IWD NAR

Job Description

Head of IWD NAR will formulate the commercial logistics policy and to create, lead and coordinate initiatives and activities to achieve optimum integrated management of the goods flow for the markets.

The North American IWD organization is being rebuilt around a 3PL network provider that delivers warehouse management and last mile delivery services. The network is currently managed by GBS transactional resources and Spend Management category leaders, without any operational oversight or accountability for performance.

In this role, you are responsible for:

- Actively driving integration across the E2E value chain by identifying key drivers of value and influencing others to work cross functionally to increase operational excellence and customer value

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- Ensuring that output of our warehouse and 3PL activities meets current and future demands, regulatory and service requirements and is delivered with competitive costs and speed to our customers

- Establishing a responsive, agile supply chain, by translating supply chain strategy into processes and policies

- Driving an optimal balance of supply and demand through integrated planning and effective materials management to maximize performance and profitability

- Initiating changes to supply chain management concepts in accordance with the customer requirements leading to continuous improvements across the E2E supply chain

- Creating and maintaining a safe working environment that continuously improves the Health and Safety of workers, including identification and management of occupational risk, provision of information and training, review of performance and provision of sufficient resources to maintain an effective H&S program

- Pro-actively e mbedding quality in products and processes while complying with relevant business and regulatory requirements to deliver on our customer promise

You're the right fit if you have a customer-first attitude and the following:

- Bachelor's/Master's Degree in a relevant field (e.g. Business, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Business Management)

- 15 + years of experience in Distribution, Warehouse and/or Supply Chain Management

- Ability to deliver accurate, analytical, and process driven way of working

- Capable of driving change through matrix and supplier relationships

- Ability to act as a role-model for our Leadership Asks, which includes our Philips behaviors: Customers first; Patient Safety, Quality and integrity always; Team up to win; Take ownership to deliver fast; Eager to improve and inspire.

You must be able to successfully perform the following minimum Physical, Cognitive and Environmental job requirements with or without accommodation for this position .

About Philips

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If you're interested in this role and have many, but not all, of the experiences needed, we encourage you to apply. You may still be the right candidate for this or other opportunities at Philips. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion here .

Philips Transparency Details

The pay range for this position is $160,000 to $240,000, annually. The actual base pay offered may vary depending on multiple factors including, job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal equity.

In addition, other compensation, such as an annual incentive bonus, sales commission or long-term incentives may be offered. Employees are eligible to participate in our comprehensive Philips Total Rewards benefits program, which includes a generous PTO, 401k (up to 7% match), HSA (with company contribution), stock purchase plan, education reimbursement and much more. Details about our benefits can be found here .

At Philips, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts

Additional Information

US work authorization is a precondition of employment. The company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work-authorized visa, now or in the future.

This requisition is expected to stay active for 45 days but may close earlier if a successful candidate is selected or business necessity dictates. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure consideration.

Philips is an Equal Employment and Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veteran and maintains a drug-free workplace.

Client-provided location(s): Nashville, TN, USA; Bothell, WA, USA; Cambridge, MA, USA
Job ID: Philips-512531
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Snacks
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Volunteer Time Off
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Woman founded/led
    • Black founded/led
    • Latinx founded/led
    • Asian founded/led
    • LGBTQ+ founded/led
    • Veteran founded/led

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