Head of Integrated Supply Chain and Logistics Management

GEA Group, founded in Germany in 1881, is a global leader in engineering solutions, serving industries such as food and beverage, pharma, dairy, and more. With over 18,000 employees worldwide and a strong U.S. presence since 1929, GEA combines the heritage of a well‑established company with the innovation of a forward‑thinking industry leader. At GEA, we’re not just building equipment, we’re building lasting careers with an average employee tenure range from 5 to over 11+ years, reflecting the strong culture, growth opportunities, and support we provide.

Working at GEA Group has significant benefits:

• Start strong – Medical, dental, and vision coverage begins on your first day
• Recharge and refresh – Enjoy 12 paid holidays, including a flexible floating holiday, and 136 hours of PTO to relax or explore
• Invest in your future – A 7% 401(k) employer match helps grow your retirement savings faster
• Keep learning – Take advantage of tuition reimbursement to further your education or skillset
• Live well – Our wellness incentive program rewards healthy habits
• Get support when you need it – Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal or professional guidance
• Save smart – Flexible Health Savings and Spending Accounts to manage out-of-pocket expenses

The Head of Integrated Supply Chain and Logistics Management is responsible for leading multi-site warehouse operations, logistics performance, and end-to-end supply chain management across the network. This role provides strategic leadership for material flow, inventory optimization, S&OP readiness, supplier and logistics alignment, and cross-functional execution with production, quality, procurement, planning, transportation, and customer-facing teams. The position drives safety, service, cost, cash, inventory accuracy, operational excellence, and continuous improvement across all facilities.

Key Responsibilities

1. Multi‑Site Warehouse Leadership

• Provide executive oversight of warehouse operations across multiple sites, including receiving, shipping, inventory control, logistics, POD, small parts, site maintenance, and material handling.
• Ensure consistent execution of safety, quality, accuracy, and productivity standards across all locations.
• Build a strong operational culture focused on performance, accountability, and engagement.
• Ability to travel 10%-15% of the time.

2. Logistics & Transportation Oversight

• Lead network‑level logistics performance, including inbound/outbound scheduling, transportation planning, and coordination across all sites.
• Resolve transportation delays and support import/export activity across the region.
• Drive Quarterly RFQs and support cost‑effective carrier management.
• Ensure transportation, customs, and trade compliance requirements are integrated into logistics execution, including import/export documentation, carrier performance, and shipment exception management.

3. Facilities & Equipment Management

• Oversee facility readiness, security, and infrastructure across all warehouse locations.
• Manage material handling equipment strategies, fleet utilization, and capital planning.

4. Supply Chain Integration & Cross‑Functional Alignment

• Partner with Procurement, Production, Quality, and Planning to streamline material flow and operational readiness.
• Enhance supply chain visibility, improve lead times, strengthen S&OP readiness, and translate demand and supply plans into executable inventory, logistics, and material flow actions across the network.
• Strengthen inbound/outbound processes and support SAP optimization initiatives.
• Drive supply chain analytics, dashboards, and KPI reporting for service, inventory turns, freight cost, OTIF, cycle count accuracy, supplier performance, and process…