Excellence 3PL (Third-Party Logistics) Manager- CDI HF

Muret - France

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 13-10-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Who we are

Pierre Fabre is the 2nd largest dermo-cosmetics laboratory in the world the 2nd largest private French pharmaceutical group and the market leader in France for products sold over the counter in pharmacies.

Its portfolio includes several medical franchises and international brands including Pierre Fabre Oncologie Pierre Fabre Dermatologie Eau Thermale Avène Klorane Ducray René Furterer A-Derma Naturactive Pierre Fabre Oral Care.

Established in the Occitanie region since its creation and manufacturing over 95% of its products in France the Group employs some 10000 people worldwide. Its products are distributed in about 130 countries.86% of the Pierre Fabre Group is held by the Pierre Fabre Foundation a government-recognized public-interest foundation while a smaller share is owned by its employees via an employee stock ownership plan.

In 2019 Ecocert Environment assessed the Groups corporate social and environmental responsibility approach in accordance with the ISO 26000 sustainable development standard and awarded it the Excellence level.

Pierre Fabre is recognized as one of the Worlds Best Employers 2021 by Forbes. Our group is ranked in the Top 3 in the cosmetics industry and in the Top 10 in the pharmaceutical industry worldwide.

Your mission

Pierre Fabre is currently looking for a skilled excellence 3PL Manager to take the lead in managing and enhancing the performance of our external logistics this key role you will work closely with our subsidiariesparticularly supporting local operations managersto ensure our third-party logistics providers consistently deliver excellence in service cost efficiency and continuous development.

You will be responsible for optimizing our global 3PL network driving operational improvements and assisting subsidiaries in logistics transformation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

Performance Oversight

Define and implement performance management standards across the 3PL network.

Apply a data-driven approach to monitor and boost operational efficiency at the site level.

Lead structured reviews to track and improve partner performance.

Cost Optimization

Possess strong insight into 3PL financial models identifying hidden cost drivers.

Collaborate with internal teams to fine-tune business cases and support cost-reduction strategies.

Lead a global analysis to redesign our international distribution landscape for improved service levels productivity and overall cost effectiveness.

Transformation Initiatives

Collaborate with Procurement to standardize processes for 3PL tenders: including RFPs RFQs response evaluations and warehouse audits.

Oversee the implementation of new 3PL partners alongside local teamscovering contracts process design interface management layout planning and inventory transfers.

Continuous Improvement

Foster a collaborative environment between local logistics teams and the global 3PL community.

Serve as a key point of contact and subject-matter expert for internal and external stakeholders.

Apply Lean Six Sigma or other improvement tools to proactively prevent performance issues.

Drive continuous improvement initiatives ensuring follow-through and adoption at local sites.

Effectively align stakeholders on enhancement strategies and ensure their execution.

The position is based in Muret (31) and entitled to 2 days work from home.

This position is available as soon as possible according to your availability as part of a permanent contract.

Who you are

You have a Masters degree in Logistics Supply Chain or Business Administration with a minimum 5 years of experience in logistics operations or supply chain management with a focus on 3PL coordination.

Flexibility to travel up to 40% of the time to 3PL sites.

Preferred Qualifications:

Proven success in managing large-scale logistics networks and driving operational excellence.

Strong problem-solving analytical and decision-making capabilities.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for managing cross-functional stakeholders.

Comfortable analyzing data and interpreting complex logistics KPIs.

In-depth knowledge of Lean Six Sigma or other continuous improvement frameworks.

Experience in contract negotiation and influencing service provider behavior.

Proactive in proposing and leading high-impact initiatives.

Track record of building trusted relationships and maintaining open effective communication with senior logistics leaders.

We are convinced that diversity is a source of fulfillment social balance and complementarity for our employees which is why our offers are open to all without restriction.

Required Experience:

Manager

Who we are Pierre Fabre is the 2nd largest dermo-cosmetics laboratory in the world the 2nd largest private French pharmaceutical group and the market leader in France for products sold over the counter in pharmacies.Its portfolio includes several medical franchises and international brands including...