LOGISTICS TEAMLEADER
Join a fast-growing European biotech company!
Do you have strong hands-on experience in logistics operations?
Do you enjoy coordinating teams and keeping daily operations running smoothly?
Are you looking for a role where your work supports healthcare services?
At LaCAR, we are advancing health and improving lives.
We are looking for a Logistics Teamleader to manage international logistics operations, warehouse and stock activities, and to lead a small logistics team.
Your Key Responsibilities:
· Manage international import/export operations for IVD products
· Plan and optimize shipments (air, road, express, temperature-controlled transport)
· Coordinate logistics service providers, freight forwarders, and cold-chain partners
· Ensure on-time delivery performance and service reliability
· Oversee inventory management to guarantee product availability and stock accuracy
· Manage warehouse operations (internal or external), including storage conditions, FIFO/FEFO, and traceability
· Monitor stock levels, expiry dates, and replenishment needs in coordination with Purchasing and Production teams
· Ensure compliance of warehouse activities with quality and regulatory requirements
· Act as the main escalation point for logistics, customs, transport, or stock issues
· Resolve customs clearance issues, documentation discrepancies, and transport disruptions
· Handle incidents related to temperature excursions, delays, damaged, or lost shipments
· Ensure compliance with IVD regulations (ISO-13485, IVDR, FDA, local requirements) and internal quality procedures
· Lead, support and coach a small team of Logistics Operators
· Contribute hands-on to daily operations when needed
· Drive continuous improvement across logistics, warehouse, and inventory processes
· Track logistics KPIs (inventory accuracy, lead times, incidents) and report to management
Who Are We?
LaCAR is a fast-growing biotech company developing, manufacturing, and commercializing CE-IVD diagnostic kits for (pharmaco)genetics and newborn screening. Based in the Liège Science Park (Belgium) with a hub in North Carolina (US), we support customers around the world.
Who Are We Looking For?
· At least 5 years’ experience in international logistics, ideally in medical devices, IVD, pharma, or biotech
· Solid experience in stock management, warehousing, and temperature-controlled logistics
· First experience in team management or supervision
· Fluent English – daily working language
· Strong knowledge of international transport, customs regulations, and Incoterms
· Good understanding of IVD quality and regulatory requirements
· Experience with ERP systems and warehouse/inventory management tools
· Strong problem-solving and analytical mindset
· Hands-on, pragmatic, and solution-oriented
· Well-organized, reliable, and detail-focused
· Comfortable in a regulated, international environment
Why Join Us?
Real impact – You make the difference. Your work directly contributes to better diagnostics and patient outcomes.
Fast-growing company – A role that evolves quickly with new challenges.
Meaningful products – Cutting-edge diagnostics for genetics and newborn screening.
Varied responsibilities – No two days are the same.
An enthusiastic team – Collaborative and open-minded in an international environment.
Fun team events & great atmosphere .
✅ Flexible working hours & salary package .
⏲️ Permanent contract (38h/week) .
️ Inspiring work environment HQ in Belgium, overlooking the Sart-Tilman woods, with a south-facing terrace for after-work events.
Free fruits & Free-Soup-Tuesdays .
Sounds like you ? Apply now!
Send your CV to jobs@lacar-mdx.com, please mention the job title in the subject line (Do not use Easy Apply!)
JOIN LaCAR AND BE PART OF AN EXCITING BIOTECH JOURNEY!