Sr. Manager, Fulfillment at Baxter International

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

Baxter International Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Healthcare, Medical DevicesIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Leadership, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, or related field
  • 5+ years of progressive experience in supply chain or fulfillment operations
  • At least 4 years in a leadership role
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with ability to influence across levels
  • Proven experience in operational execution

Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop high-performing teams across fulfillment and logistics operations
  • Partner closely with the Customer Service team to ensure alignment on daily operational execution
  • Champion Baxter’s culture levers of Speed, Simplicity, Collaboration, and Courage
  • Set strategic direction and deploy operational plans aligned with business objectives
  • Sponsor and lead cross-functional initiatives to improve service, cost, and compliance
  • Oversee fulfillment operations including inventory management, frozen shipper supply continuity, and reverse logistics
  • Drive operational excellence within Baxter network and 3PL partner in Canada
  • Implement and sustain Baxter Operating System (BOS) practices to optimize performance and enforce continuous improvement
  • Monitor KPIs and use data analytics to identify opportunities for improvement
  • Collaborate with Customer Service and Commercial teams to ensure timely resolution of customer inquiries, returns, and complaints
  • Act as a local escalation point for operational service issues
  • Coordinate with customer service, commercial teams, 3PLs, transportation, and warehousing for seamless operations
  • Ensure fulfillment operations comply with cGDP, cGMP, OSHA, DEA, and other regulatory requirements
  • Promote a zero-harm safety culture and lead site-level EHS initiatives
  • Lead process improvement initiatives focused on cost reduction, efficiency, and service enhancement
  • Encourage innovation and assess feasibility of new technologies and automation
  • Partner with market planning leadership to optimize Canadian network inventory levels and mitigate back orders
  • Proactively monitor DC inventory levels and guide 3PL to transfer stock to maximize efficiency and limit back orders

Skills

Warehousing
Distribution
Transportation
Logistics
Supply Chain
Operations Management
Team Leadership
Continuous Improvement
Stakeholder Engagement
Data-Driven Decision-Making
Strategic Planning

Baxter International

Provides essential medical products and services

About Baxter International

Baxter International provides a wide range of medical products and services essential for healthcare. The company operates in several areas, including critical care, hospital care, nutritional care, renal care, and surgical care. Its products are used in various settings, from emergency rooms to home healthcare, helping to meet the needs of patients and healthcare professionals. Baxter develops, manufactures, and distributes medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and biotechnology products, generating revenue through sales to healthcare providers and institutions. A key aspect that sets Baxter apart from competitors is its recent acquisition of Hillrom, which enhances its ability to offer comprehensive healthcare solutions. The company's goal is to improve care outcomes and increase access to healthcare through continuous innovation and a focus on patient needs.

Deerfield, IllinoisHeadquarters
1931Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Paid Vacation
Paid Parental Leave
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Commuter Benefits
Mental Health Support

Risks

Needle-free injection technology could disrupt Baxter's traditional injection-based therapies.
Shift to home healthcare may require Baxter to adapt its product offerings.
Growing digital health importance necessitates further investment from Baxter to stay competitive.

Differentiation

Baxter's acquisition of Hillrom enhances its comprehensive healthcare solutions portfolio.
Strong focus on patient-centric innovation sets Baxter apart in the healthcare industry.
Baxter's partnerships, like with Ayogo, leverage digital health for improved patient outcomes.

Upsides

Baxter's investment in Medically Home aligns with the growing home healthcare market.
Rising demand for personalized medicine offers Baxter opportunities for targeted therapies.
Expansion in telehealth supports Baxter's integrated healthcare solutions strategy.

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