Bilingual Logistics Director

Description

Position Summary: We are seeking a Logistics Director with strategic leadership to manage the biomedical equipment supply chain in Colombia, ensuring availability, traceability, and operational logistics optimization. Key Highlights: 1. Strategic leadership in biomedical supply chain 2. End-to-end management of national and international logistics 3. Process optimization and regulatory compliance **Logistics Director (Biomedical Supply Chain) Keywords:** * Logistics Director * Biomedical Supply Chain * Biomedical Equipment * National Logistics * International Logistics * Inventory Management * International Trade * Healthcare * Supply Chain Manager * Director of Logistics Operations * Colombian Logistics * Medical Devices Strategic leadership is required to manage the biomedical equipment supply chain in Colombia. The position will be responsible for ensuring the availability and traceability of biomedical equipment, impacting procurement, national and international logistics, operational continuity, and inventory management. We seek a professional with proven experience in directing logistics operations and supply chain functions, with a focus on the healthcare and medical device sector. The role involves making key decisions and comprehensively coordinating all supply chain links—from procurement through to final delivery—ensuring efficiency and regulatory compliance. Process optimization and implementation of best practices in inventory management and international trade are expected. **Responsibilities:** * Lead and optimize the biomedical equipment supply chain in Colombia. * Ensure availability, traceability, and quality of biomedical equipment across the entire supply chain. * Manage and supervise national and international logistics operations, including transportation, storage, and distribution. * Implement and monitor inventory management strategies to maintain optimal stock levels and minimize costs. * Coordinate international trade activities, including imports, exports, and customs compliance. * Develop and implement key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor and evaluate supply chain efficiency. * Oversee supplier management and negotiate contracts to secure favorable terms. * Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and standards in the biomedical and logistics sectors. * Lead and develop the logistics and supply chain team. * Identify and implement continuous improvements in logistics and supply chain processes. **Requirements:** * Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Logistics, International Trade, Logistics Management, or related fields. Additional training in supply chain, international trade, or inventory management is recommended. * Minimum of 5 years of experience in managerial roles in logistics and/or supply chain, preferably within the biomedical or medical device sector. * Expert knowledge of ERP, WMS, and TMS systems. * Advanced proficiency in Excel and data analysis tools. * Proven experience managing logistics KPIs. * Strong knowledge of international trade, customs, and regulations applicable to biomedical equipment. * Demonstrated ability in inventory management and product traceability. * Experience coordinating national and international logistics. * Ability to manage suppliers and negotiate effectively. * Conversational and professional-level English proficiency, capable of conducting meetings and negotiations with international suppliers. **Education Level:** * Bachelor's Degree **Industry Sectors:** * Architecture, Design, Graphic Arts, and Related Fields * Aviation Industry and Related Fields * Production, Operators, and Manufacturing * Engineering * Medicine, Healthcare, and Sciences * Software, IT, and Telecommunications * Customer Service and Related Fields * Sales * Warehousing, Logistics, and Transportation **Position:** * Director **Other Skills: Technical Skills:** * ERP Systems * WMS * TMS * Advanced Excel * Logistics KPIs * Inventory Management * International Trade and Customs * Traceability of Biomedical Equipment Technical skills: Sanitary and regulatory compliance for biomedical equipment. National and international transportation management Inventory management Incoterms Demand planning tools Advanced Excel Power BI TMS Professional WMS Professional ERP Work Location: On-site employment