Logistics Engineer

 Join a team that is shaping the future of logistics operations through data, process excellence and continuous improvement. As a Logistics Engineer, you will play a critical role in improving the flow of products, materials and information across distribution and value-added service operations, delivering measurable impact in quality, service, productivity and compliance. This is an exciting opportunity to combine operational expertise, engineering methods and digital logistics capabilities to create scalable solutions that support business growth.

What You Will Do

• Analyse logistics and operational performance to identify bottlenecks, waste, quality risks and service constraints, driving 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.

What You Will Need

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Engineering, Systems Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum 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.
• Experience using enterprise systems such as ERP, warehouse management systems or transportation management systems.
• Experience using data analysis tools, including Microsoft Excel and business intelligence platforms.
• Fluency in English.

Preferred Qualifications

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

At Stryker, we are looking for determined, energetic professionals who are passionate about improving operational performance through engineering, data and continuous improvement. If you enjoy solving complex logistics challenges and delivering measurable business impact, we encourage you to apply.

Netherlands Pay Ranges:

• Netherlands: €59.100 - €109.700 EUR Annual

At Stryker, we believe transparency helps candidates make confident decisions about their next career step. Compensation is an important part of that process and we want to be clear about how pay is determined. The compensation information posted for this role may be presented as a salary range or a fixed amount depending on the role.  In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for incentive compensation (such as bonus and/or commissions where applicable), along with Stryker’s comprehensive benefits package.

If you’d like to learn more about the salary or the benefits associated with this role, your recruiter will be happy to walk you through the details as you progress through the hiring process.