Logistics Operator

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com.

As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

Job Function:

Supply Chain Deliver

Job Sub Function:

Warehouse & Distribution

Job Category:

Business Enablement/Support

All Job Posting Locations:

Nijmegen, Netherlands

Job Description:

About MedTech

Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments.

Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech

The Supply Chain Logistics Operator is responsible for the day-to-day execution of material handling and logistics activities supporting manufacturing operations. The role ensures materials are received, inspected, stored, released, moved, issued, and shipped in accordance with applicable procedures, GMP requirements, and inventory controls.

The role works closely with Supply Chain, Quality, Operations, and external logistics partners to ensure material availability, inventory accuracy, traceability, and compliant warehouse operations.

Key Responsibilities

Inbound & Material Handling

• Receive and verify incoming raw materials, components, and production-related materials against purchase orders and shipping documentation.
• Perform incoming goods inspections and coordinate sampling and release activities with Quality.
• Execute Goods Receipt, Goods Issue, material movements, and inventory transactions in SAP or applicable inventory systems.
• Ensure materials are correctly identified, labeled, segregated, and stored according to their quality status and storage requirements.
• Apply FEFO principles and support effective shelf-life management.
• Prepare, stage, and replenish materials to support manufacturing operations.

Inventory & Logistics

• Maintain alignment between physical inventory, SAP, and applicable inventory control records.
• Perform cycle counts and physical inventory activities and investigate inventory discrepancies.
• Prepare and coordinate outbound shipments, including shipments to external warehouses and sterilization partners.
• Maintain accurate warehouse records, logbooks, documentation, and material traceability.
• Support material replenishment and purchasing activities to maintain appropriate inventory levels and business continuity.

Quality & Compliance

• Perform activities in accordance with applicable SOPs, GMP requirements, and safety standards.
• Identify and escalate discrepancies related to materials, inventory, labeling, documentation, or storage conditions.
• Participate in Non-Conformance investigations and support CAPA activities related to warehouse and material handling processes.
• Maintain clean, organized, safe, and compliant warehouse and storage areas.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify and support improvements in material flow, inventory accuracy, warehouse processes, safety, and compliance.
• Support updates to procedures, work instructions, and training materials.
• Participate in implementation of improved processes and ways of working.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent qualification required.
• Previous experience in warehouse, logistics, material handling, or supply chain operations preferred.
• Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment, such as medical devices or pharmaceuticals, is an advantage.
• Experience with SAP or another ERP/WMS system preferred.
• Basic understanding of GMP, inventory control, FEFO, material traceability, and warehouse practices is an advantage.
• Comfortable working with computerized systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Good communication skills in English; Dutch is an advantage.

Key Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Hands-on, proactive, and solution-oriented mindset.
• Strong ownership and accountability.
• Good organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively across Supply Chain, Quality, and Operations.
• Team-oriented and able to work independently when required.

At Johnson & Johnson, we want every candidate to feel supported throughout the hiring process. Our goal is to make the experience clear, fair, and respectful of your time.

Here’s what you can expect:

• Application review: We’ll carefully review your CV to see how your skills and experience align with the role.
• Getting to know you: If there’s a good match, you’ll be invited to a short call with one of our recruitment team to understand more about you and answer any questions that you might have.
• Staying informed: We know waiting can be hard and processes can evolve; our recruitment team will keep you updated and make sure you know what to expect at each step.
• Final steps: For successful candidates, you will need to complete country-specific checks before starting your new role. We will help guide you through these.

Finally, at the end of the process, we’ll invite you to share feedback in a short survey — your input helps us continue improving the experience for future candidates. Thank you for considering a career with Johnson & Johnson. We’re excited to learn more about you and wish you the best of luck in the process! #RPOEMEA

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Required Skills:

Preferred Skills:

AI Judgement Integration, Business Behavior, Communication, Data Savvy, Demand Planning, Detail-Oriented, Distribution Resource Planning (DRP), Document Management, Execution Focus, Inventory Management, Inventory Optimization, Manufacturing Flow Management, Personal Development, Process Optimization, Process Oriented, Supply Planning, Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI), Warehouse Management

The anticipated base pay range for this position is:

€40,000.00 - €63,020.00

Benefits:

In addition to base pay, we offer the following benefits*: an annual bonus with set target (% of pay) depending on pay grade / location, where the actual amount is based on the employees’ and companies’ performance of the previous calendar year, or sales commissions. Moreover, we offer vacation days, parental leave for a minimum of 12 weeks, bereavement leave, caregiver leave, volunteer leave, well-being reimbursement, programs for financial, physical and mental health. We also offer service anniversary and recognition awards, and subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees - and in some location’s eligible dependents - can participate in several insurance plans. For more information, visit Employee benefits | Supporting well-being & career growth | Johnson & Johnson Careers.

*This is for informative purposes only. Amounts and actual benefits may vary by location and are subject to change.

Additional information:

The Netherlands: 8%.The annual base pay includes an 8% holiday allowance.

Het bruto jaarsalaris is inclusief vakantietoeslag van 8%.