Hardware engineer Vacatures in Hillegom

Over de vacature

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.

The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.

We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

The Opportunity:

Under general supervision, assists in the planning and execution of product R&D projects while adhering to budget, scope and schedule requirements. Helps ensure consistent practices throughout all phases of the project life cycle. Prepares technical reports, summaries, protocols and quantitative analyses. Executes high quality, integrated cross-functional plans for projects. Applies best practices in the development, initiation, planning, execution, control and closing of projects. Interacts with research and development, marketing, manufacturing and regulatory departments.

Project Manager Single-Use Systems

Hillegom, Netherlands

Full-time | 1-Year Contract with Permanent Opportunity

Ready to lead innovative projects that make a real impact?

Do you enjoy managing complex technical projects from concept to completion? Are you passionate about working with customers, engineering teams, and global partners to deliver high-quality solutions? If so, we would love to hear from you.

We are looking for a Project Manager - Single-Use Systems to join our team in Hillegom. In this role, you will take ownership of the end-to-end delivery of custom Single-Use Hardware Systems, guiding projects from contract signing through engineering, manufacturing, installation, and final handover to the customer.

This is an excellent opportunity for a project professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys working with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and customers to achieve exceptional results.

What You'll Be Doing

As Project Manager, you will be responsible for the successful execution of customer projects, ensuring delivery on time, within scope, and to the highest quality standards.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing projects from contract award through installation, commissioning, and handover.
• Leading engineering, manufacturing, logistics, and implementation activities.
• Proactively managing project risks and scope changes to maximize project success.
• Acting as the primary point of contact for customers throughout the project lifecycle.
• Developing project plans, schedules, progress reports, and presentations.
• Coordinating internal stakeholders across R&D, manufacturing, quality, regulatory, and commercial teams.
• Managing suppliers and subcontractors, including purchase orders and follow-up activities.
• Working closely with co-design partners and external contractors to ensure successful delivery.
• Leading critical project milestones including Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), IQ/OQ activities, and final customer approval.
• Ensuring timely delivery of all required project documentation.
• Coaching and motivating project team members while promoting accountability and collaboration.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and business partners.

What We're Looking For

You are an organized and proactive project leader who enjoys balancing technical detail with customer engagement.

Ideally, you have:

• Experience managing technical, engineering, manufacturing, or life sciences projects.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Experience working with customers, suppliers, and external contractors.
• A structured and solution-oriented approach to problem-solving.
• The ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence without direct authority.
• Experience in regulated industries, bioprocessing, life sciences, pharmaceutical, or single-use technologies is highly advantageous.
• Strong English communication skills; Dutch is beneficial.

What We Offer

A challenging and visible role within an international organization.

The opportunity to lead impactful projects that support innovation in life sciences and bioprocessing.

A collaborative and supportive team environment.

Excellent opportunities for professional growth and career development.

Competitive salary and benefits package.

A one-year contract with the intention to convert to a permanent contract following a positive evaluation.

Join Us

If you're ready to take ownership of exciting customer projects and help deliver innovative solutions that support scientific and healthcare advancements, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and take the next step in your project management career in Hillegom.

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Over de vacature

Are you passionate about transportation, logistics, and supply chain excellence? As a Transportation & Logistics Specialist at Avantor Fluid Handling, based in Hillegom, you will play a critical role in ensuring the efficient and timely movement of goods throughout our supply chain.

You will be responsible for coordinating transportation activities, optimizing logistics processes, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. Your expertise will directly support our commitment to delivering high-quality products to our customers, on time and in full.

As Transportation & Logistics Specialist, you will:

• Manage transportation and logistics activities for the European Single Use business, currently based in Hillegom.
• Organize and coordinate inbound transportation, irradiation logistics, and outbound shipments of raw materials and finished products.
• Manage relationships with carriers, freight forwarders, and logistics service providers.
• Monitor shipment schedules, track deliveries, and proactively resolve transportation issues.
• Optimize logistics processes to improve cost-effectiveness and operational efficiency.
• Prepare and process shipping documentation, customs declarations, and other required paperwork.
• Ensure compliance with international, national, and local transportation regulations.
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, including Procurement, Production, and Customer Service teams, to align logistics activities with business needs.
• Analyze transportation data and provide regular reporting on KPIs, costs, and performance metrics.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the supply chain and logistics function.
• Develop engineering and procurement packaging solutions for single-use assemblies and hardware systems.
• Manage and execute special projects as required.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in transportation, logistics, or supply chain roles, preferably within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of transportation modes, logistics processes, and applicable regulations, including customs and import/export requirements.
• Experience working with logistics management systems (TMS/WMS), ERP systems, and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication skills in both Dutch and English, written and spoken.
• The ability to work independently while also thriving in a collaborative team environment.
• A proactive, solution-oriented mindset with excellent attention to detail.

Join a team that is dedicated to operational excellence and customer satisfaction. In this role, you will have the opportunity to make a direct impact on supply chain performance, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to innovative logistics solutions that support our growing business.

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.

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