Life Science & Healthcare Operations Manager (f/m/d)

Start date: From now on

Time Type: Full time

Contract Type: Permanent

Mobile Work: Partial mobile working

Reference ID: JR124548

Company Name: Rhenus Freight Logistics GmbH & Co. KG

Location: Frankfurt

Job Category: Freight Services

Business Unit: Air & Ocean

Contact Person: Torben Kraft +49 (69) 509586901

Agile Environment

Embrace a dynamic work culture, where you and your team adapt quickly to meet evolving needs.

Events

From team outings to holiday parties and networking events, we build strong connections by spending quality time together.

Exclusive Discounts

Enjoy exclusive perks: Our extensive partner network gives you access to special discounts with various providers.

Flexible Working Hours

We offer flexible schedules to suit your lifestyle and personal commitments.

Monthly Gift Vouchers

Enjoy an extra amount each month for fuel, groceries, or entertainment.

Personalized Growth

Accelerate your career with development opportunities, tailored to your talents and interests.

What you can expect

• As the operational lead for Life Science & Healthcare in Germany, you ensure compliance with all applicable GDP, GxP, quality, and regulatory requirements while maintaining effective governance frameworks.
• Beyond ensuring compliance, you continuously enhance quality standards and operational processes to support excellence across the organization.
• In close collaboration with internal, customer, and regulatory stakeholders, you coordinate audits, certification activities, and the implementation of improvement measures.
• A strong focus of the role is the oversight of CAPA processes, ensuring findings are addressed effectively and sustainably.
• By establishing transparent reporting and governance mechanisms, you monitor key quality, compliance, and operational KPIs and provide clear performance insights.
• Together with your team, you create an environment that promotes quality, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

What you bring

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Life Sciences, Business Administration, Healthcare Management, or a related field.
• Significant experience in Life Science & Healthcare logistics, supply chain management, contract logistics, or a similar regulated environment.
• Proven success in operational leadership roles, combined with a strong understanding of GDP, GxP, quality systems, and compliance requirements.
• Experience working in matrix organizations and collaborating effectively with cross-functional and international stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to lead strategic initiatives, drive organizational change, and deliver sustainable business improvements.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills, paired with fluency in English; German language skills are an advantage.

Business Unit

Air & Ocean

Regardless of whether it is a long-distance shipment or a particularly time-critical shipment, we at Rhenus make everything possible for our customers and partners to get the goods to their destination safely and on time. Our particular strength lies in our global network, which is constantly being maintained and expanded. As part of Rhenus Air & Ocean you can, therefore, expect to find a whole host of exciting tasks all over the world, a wide range of opportunities for personal development, and the chance to take on responsibility in an international working environment.

Welcome to Rhenus

Where our journey of growth connects with yours.

We are a global powerhouse on a mission to be pioneers in everything we do. United, we make an impact and dare to redefine what's possible. Ready to unlock untapped potential. We are on the fast track. At Rhenus, we thrive on collaboration. Every voice is heard, and every idea is valued. We stand as one global team. Where everyone contributes to our success. Together, we shape the future of logistics and beyond. Empowered by you.

Recruitment Process

Online application

Your documents will reach us quickly and directly via our online application form; depending on the position, a cover letter may be required. In any case, we are eager to see your CV and references - for us, the best way to make a good first impression.

Application screening

Our HR team and the responsible department will take a close look at your application as soon as possible. We will do our best to give you feedback within two weeks. With your agreement, we would also be happy to forward the documents to other business units if the selected position does not work out.

Selection Process

Depending on the position, there are various ways of finding out if we are a good match for each other. In most cases, we rely on a personal interview, on a eye level of course. Online tests, assessment centres or work on a trial basis may also be possible. In the end, the best decision is taken for both sides.

Onboarding

With your commitment, you are a part of the Rhenus Group right away - we are already eager to shape the logistics of the future together with you. To ensure that your start is a complete success, we will familiarise you with everything you need to know about Rhenus and your assignment with us. Your experienced colleagues will guide you every step of the way, and together you will easily master each of your new tasks.