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Stryker

Manufactures orthopedic and surgical medical devices

Logistics Engineer

Operations & LogisticsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeVenlo, Netherlands

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Logistics Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field is required.
  • At least 6 years of experience in logistics engineering, industrial engineering, warehouse engineering, manufacturing engineering, process improvement, distribution, supply chain, or operations within a complex operational environment is required.
  • Experience using enterprise systems such as enterprise resource planning systems, warehouse management systems, or transportation management systems is required.
  • Experience using data analysis tools, including Microsoft Excel and business intelligence platforms, is required.
  • Fluency in English is required.

Responsibilities

  • Analyse logistics and operational performance to identify bottlenecks, waste, quality risks, and service constraints, and drive improvements in productivity, inventory accuracy, and process stability.
  • Conduct process observations, time studies, flow analysis, and root cause investigations to improve safety, ergonomics, right-first-time execution, and operational efficiency.
  • Create and maintain standard operating procedures, work instructions, process maps, training materials, and control plans aligned with quality and environmental standards.
  • Support new product launches, service introductions, and system changes through impact assessments, testing, training, implementation support, and post-launch stabilisation.
  • Develop capacity, labour, storage, space utilisation, and throughput models to support operational planning, business growth, and investment decisions.
  • Build dashboards and performance reporting using operational data to enable data-driven decision making and continuous improvement.
  • Lead improvement projects using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, delivering measurable benefits in quality, service, cost, safety, and process performance.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to implement process, automation, material flow, and technology improvements, while coaching operational teams in structured problem solving and standard work practices.

Desired Qualifications

  • A master's degree or postgraduate qualification in Supply Chain, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Data Analytics, or Operations is preferred.
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification or equivalent structured problem-solving certification is preferred; Black Belt certification is also preferred.
  • Experience within a regulated industry such as medical devices, pharmaceutical, healthcare, or life sciences is preferred.
  • Experience supporting automation, warehouse technology, material handling equipment, robotics, or digital logistics projects is preferred.

About the Company

Stryker

Manufactures orthopedic and surgical medical devices

Stryker makes medical devices for hospitals, surgical centers and emergency responders, spanning joint implants, surgical instruments and patient transport equipment. Its Mako platform assists surgeons with joint replacement, while its neurotechnology products support brain and spine procedures and stroke treatment. Clinicians use its equipment during surgery and emergency care, and the company earns money by selling implants, disposable products and capital equipment through direct sales teams and distributors. The business also supplies training and technical support for healthcare providers using its devices. Stryker was founded in 1941 and is headquartered in Portage, Michigan.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Portage, MI
Founded
1941

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