Global External Warehousing Manager

3PL Manager, Global Distribution

Ballerup, Denmark

Ambu A/S is currently looking for a 3PL Manager, Global Distribution to be based in Ballerup, Denmark.

In this role, you will take ownership of Ambu’s global third‑party logistics (3PL) setup, ensuring efficient, compliant, and cost‑effective distribution operations across regions. You will act as the global process owner for 3PL management, driving performance, transparency, and continuous improvement while working closely with Logistics, Procurement, Quality, and regional stakeholders.

This is a key role for someone motivated by combining operational execution with process ownership and stakeholder collaboration in a global environment, with strong opportunities to influence how we manage our external logistics network going forward.

Responsibilities

Owning the global 3PL landscape, acting as primary contact for logistics providers and driving strong partnerships

Managing supplier performance through KPIs, follow‑ups, and business reviews to ensure high service levels and accountability

Driving cost management, including budgeting, analysis, and optimization initiatives in close collaboration with Procurement

Acting as global process owner for 3PL management, ensuring standardized and scalable ways of working

Leading and supporting global supply chain projects within warehousing and distribution, acting as SME for warehousing in cross‑functional initiatives

Driving continuous improvement and network optimization initiatives across regions and stakeholders

Acting as the primary escalation point for operational warehouse issues, ensuring timely resolution and alignment between Ambu stakeholders and logistics providers

Identifying and mitigating operational risks within the distribution network, including capacity, service, compliance, and business continuity risks

Supporting quality and compliance processes (incl. SCARs, CAPAs, NCR handling), ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and company standards

Qualifications

5+ years of experience within 3PL management, logistics, or distribution operations

Bring strong supplier management skills, including performance governance and stakeholder collaboration

Have experience working with Procurement on contracts, supplier selection, and commercial discussions

Demonstrate a strong understanding of cost drivers and a track record of driving optimisation initiatives

Are comfortable working in a global supply chain environment with multiple stakeholders

Have a structured, analytical, and data‑driven mindset

Are a strong communicator, able to balance a collaborative and approachable style with a clear and demanding approach, building trust and driving alignment across functions and cultures

We offer great opportunities for personal development and a wide range of professional, social, and financial employee benefits, as well as exciting job challenges and continuous professional and personal development.

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