Lead Expert Regional Logistics Operations (M/F/D)

Job Title: Lead Expert Regional Logistics Operations (M/F/D)

City, Country: Seclin, France

As Lead Expert Regional Logistics Operations, you will play a pivotal role in leading and coordinating logistics team and activities across the region. Your mission is to ensure that products are delivered on time, in full (OTIF), and in excellent condition, consistently exceeding customer expectations.

You will act as the primary point of contact for regional inbound, outbound, and distribution operations, working closely with internal stakeholders and external logistics and warehousing partners. Your expertise will be key in optimizing transportation, warehousing, and trade compliance processes, ensuring efficient, compliant, and seamless supply chain flows.

In addition, you will lead continuous improvement initiatives, support business transformation projects, and monitor logistics performance to uphold the highest standards in safety, quality, service, and cost efficiency.

Your key responsibilities

• Regional Logistics Leadership: Manage and align logistics operations with business objectives and customer expectations across the region. Lead, coach and develop the logistics team, ensuring a high-performance team with a customer centric mindset.
• Trade Compliance: Ensure compliance with EU, India, and Middle East & Africa import/export regulations; manage customs duties and certifications; liaise with brokers and regulatory authorities.
• Distribution & Transportation Oversight: Track the performance and collaborate with 3PL/4PL providers, carriers, and freight forwarders to ensure efficient, reliable, and cost-effective logistics operations.
• Performance Monitoring: Track and analyze logistics KPIs (e.g., OTIF, cost, complaints, safety); identify root causes of issues and implement corrective actions.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive process enhancements to improve supply chain agility, efficiency, and operational excellence.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Global Supply Chain, Sales, and other key functions to execute logistics strategies and support customer initiatives, network optimization and synergies.
• Project & Transformation Support: Contribute to regional projects and transformation programs, promoting innovation and productivity.
• SHE Compliance: Ensure logistics activities comply with Safety, Health, and Environmental (SHE) standards, coordinating with internal teams and service providers.

We offer

• A chance to impact millions of consumers every day – sustainability embedded in all we do.
• A science led company, cutting edge research and creativity everywhere – from biotech breakthroughs to sustainability game-changers, you’ll work on what’s next.
• Growth that keeps up with you – you join an industry leader that will develop your expertise and leadership.
• A culture that lifts you up – with collaborative teams, shared wins, and people who cheer each other on.
• A community where your voice matters – it is essential to serve our customers well.

You bring

• Deep expertise in regional logistics, including distribution, transportation, and trade compliance (across EU, India, and MEA regions).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to risk identification and resolution.
• Proven ability to lead logistics improvements and foster collaboration across internal teams and external partners.
• Experience in monitoring KPIs and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel.
• Fluent in English and French.
• Open to regional travel as required.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Logistics, Business, or a related field (Postgraduate degree preferred).
• Min 4–7 years of relevant international and regional logistics experience.
• Proven track record in managing complex logistics operations and delivering performance improvements.
• Experience in project management and working within a matrix organization.

About dsm-firmenich

At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them.

Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.

From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future.

Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

Our application process

Are you interested in this position? Apply online by sending us your resume via our career’s portal. For more information, contact Ms. Anikó BÉRES, Talent Acquisition Business Partner ([email protected]).

Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement

At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.

And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work.

Agency statement

We’re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you’re applying as an individual, we’d love to hear from you. We’re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.