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Job ID R-539841 Date posted 01 April 2026

Job Description Summary

As part of the end-to-end logistics process and organization, the Inventory Team is responsible for
1. assuring inventory accuracy by reconciling EMEA inventory between SAP S/4 Hana and Manhattan WMS. This includes conducting inventory variances analysis, problem solving, reporting and documentation, aligned with the quality, safety and security guidelines.
2. assuring the planning and administrative handling of the daily inventory related actions in the warehouse.
3. investigation of claims

The team leader is also responsible for follow-up and reporting on Inventory KPI's, training and coaching of the inventory team, and efficient communication with stakeholders.

The EDC Team Leader Inventory reports to the Operations Manager

Job Description

Organization of the day-to-day operational inventory workload

  • Planning and Prioritization
  • Administrative handling
  • eg. cycle counts, recall tasks, overflow mgmt.

Inventory analysis & problem solving

  • Generation and analysis of inventory reconciliation report
  • Proper and timely processing/correcting for all overages, shortages and damage on inbound shipments, workflow errors and variances
  • Performing route cause analysis to prevent re-occurrence : drive continuous improvement
  • Request cycle count to verify OS&D (over , short & damage)  for inbound/outbound discrepancies
  • Adjustments can include, but are not limited to customer returns, carrier returns, inbound damage, and receipt discrepancies

Reporting and documentation

  • Generate or complete requested reports
  • KPI ( Key Performance Indicator) reporting
  • Maintain accurate and complete documentation for all inventory adjustments
  • Documenting the above in standard operating procedures ( SOP) following the Good Documentation Practices ( GDP)

Effective collaboration & communication with key stakeholders in- and outside of the EDC inventory team

  • Effective collaboration in & outside the EDC inventory team in accordance with the BD WAY
  • Onboarding & training of colleagues
  • Act as a back-up within the team

Assurance of compliancy with quality ISO 13485 standards & requirements

  • Comply to QMS (Quality Management System) requirements
  • Provide assistance in updating processes / SOP – Standard Operating procedures following Good Documentation Practices
  • Provide assistance in audits

Assure safety & security

  • Actively promote a safe work environment
  • Assure requested tasks are carried out in a safe manner
  • Immediate reporting of near misses, injuries, accidents or any unsafe situations
  • Respect Hazmat requirements

Required Competencies & background

  • Good collaboration & communication skills 
  • Proven Insight / experience in inventory management and reconciliation
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Proficient knowledge of Excel + good knowledge of other Microsoft office applications ( Outlook, Word, Power point)
  • System savviness –knowledge of SAP S4 Hana / Manhattan is a strong plus
  • Continuous improvement mindset
  • Good insight in end to end logistics processes
  • Good balance of acting both agile / profound
  • Ability to work against deadlines
  • Ability to train, evaluate and coach team members and operators
  • Personal values need to be aligned with the company culture
  • Ability to work in the operational window for the EDC

Required Skills

Analytical Thinking, Coach Team Members, Documentations, Inventory Management, People Management, Software Systems

Optional Skills

5S Methodology, Inventory Logistics, Kaizen (Continuous Improvement), Lean Agile, Supply Chain Logistics

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Primary Work Location

BEL Olen

Additional Locations

Work Shift

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The salary or hourly rate offered to a successful candidate is determined by their experience, education, and skills, as well as the labor laws and Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) requirements applicable to the work location.

Salary Range Information

€59.000,00 - €89.975,00 EUR Annual
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