Job DescriptionThe Industrial Engineering Section Manager for UPS Healthcare South Europe is a senior leadership role responsible for driving engineering excellence, operational efficiency, and scalable growth across healthcare distribution and logistics operations.Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership & People ManagementLead, coach, and develop a multi-country Industrial Engineering team across South Europe.Set clear objectives, career development plans, and technical standards for engineers.Foster a culture of data-driven decision-making, continuous improvement, and standardization.Act as escalation point for complex operational and engineering challenges.Engineering & Operational ExcellenceOwn the design, optimization, and standardization of warehouse and fulfillment processes across Healthcare sites.Drive productivity, quality, and service improvements using LEAN, Six Sigma, and engineering best practices.Ensure engineering solutions support multi-temperature, regulated healthcare operations.Partner closely with site operations to ensure solutions are practical, scalable, and sustainable.Automation, Systems & InnovationLead engineering input for automation projects, material handling systems, and advanced picking solutions.Collaborate with Technology and IT teams on WMS, data analytics, and system enablement.Support innovation pilots and new technologies that enhance service, accuracy, and labor efficiency.Network Design & Capacity PlanningLead capacity modeling, volume forecasting, and space planning to support growth and new business.Support new customer implementations and expansions with engineering feasibility and cost analysis.Contribute to network-level optimization initiatives across the South Europe region.Capital & GovernanceDevelop business cases for CAPEX investments, including automation and facility upgrades.Ensure engineering projects follow UPS Healthcare governance, validation, and approval processes.Track benefits realization and post-implementation performance against targets.Stakeholder & Customer EngagementAct as a trusted engineering advisor to Operations, Commercial, Finance, and external customers.Participate in customer workshops, solution design phases, and executive reviews.Translate complex data and analysis into clear, actionable recommendations for leadership.Qualifications & ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field.8+ years of progressive experience in Industrial / Fulfillment / Logistics Engineering.Proven people leadership experience managing engineering teams across multiple locations.Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, process design, and productivity measurement.Experience in healthcare, pharma, or regulated logistics environments.Solid understanding of LEAN / Continuous Improvement methodologies.Advanced analytical skills (Excel, data modeling, KPIs).PreferredExperience leading warehouse automation or material handling projects.Exposure to WMS platforms and data-driven operations.Familiarity with GDP/GMP requirements in healthcare logistics.Master’s degree in Engineering or Supply Chain is a plus.Green Belt / Black Belt certification is an advantage.Key CompetenciesStrategic thinking and executionStrong leadership and coaching mindsetExcellent stakeholder management and communicationStructured problem-solving and analytical rigorAbility to operate in a matrix, international environmentComfortable balancing operational detail with executive-level perspectiveWhy Join UPS HealthcareBe part of a fast-growing, mission-critical Healthcare business.Lead impactful engineering initiatives that directly support patient safety and service.Work within a global organization that invests in innovation, automation, and talent development.Opportunity to influence strategy and shape the future of Healthcare logistics in Europe.Location: Passo Corese (Roma)Employee Type: PermanentUPS is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.#J-18808-Ljbffr