Team Lead Administrative & Logistics Services (f/m/d)

The Opportunity:

Avantor is seeking a proactive Team Lead (f/m/d) to head our Administrative & Logistics Services Team, reporting directly to the Manager of Equipment & Instrumentation Services (E&I). In this role, you will be the driving force behind operational excellence, process optimization, and team development, helping us scale and succeed.

This full-time role is based in Boxmeer, Netherlands. We offer a one-year contract that can be extended into a permanent one upon successful completion. You need to speak Dutch & English fluently to be considered for the position.

Work schedule: Monday-Friday, regular business hours with five office days per week.

If you are a proactive, efficiency-driven leader with a passion for coaching your team and elevating them to the next level, let's talk!

How you will thrive and create an impact

Coach and empower a talented team of warehouse/logistics specialists & administrative service coordinators to achieve operational targets and increase customer satisfaction.

Identify opportunities for smarter workflows and implement improvements that boost efficiency and service quality.

Ensure seamless coordination between the logistics, service coordination, and other departments (service technicians, quality) to keep everything running smoothly.

Monitor performance metrics, identify root causes for misalignment & take action to keep us on track for success.

Contribute to departmental strategy and drive initiatives that support growth and scalability.

What we are looking for

HBO-level education or completed Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g. business administration, supply chain, finance, etc.)

Proven leadership experience in logistics, administration, retail, operations, or related environments

A sharp, process-oriented mindset with strong analytical skills

Commercial awareness and the ability to balance operational needs with business objectives

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Business fluent Dutch proficiency is a must

Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and data-driven decision-making is a plus

What will make you stand out

Clear and effective communication

Leadership that motivates and inspires

Organizational excellence and time management

Problem-solving and quick decision-making

Conflict resolution and adaptability

Strategic thinking with a human touch

Our offer to you

Generous Time Off: 31 vacation days per year.

Financial Benefits: Competitive pension scheme and commuting allowance.

Learning Support: Access thousands of learning videos via LinkedIn Learning or benefit from Avantor's own L&D offering, including language learning via Rosetta Stone.

Wellbeing Support: Benefit from our Employee Assistance Program

Extras: Company laptop and mobile phone & the option to lease a bike.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.

The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.

We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

EEO Statement:

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.

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