Galderma is the emerging pure-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981, we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body's largest organ - the skin - meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals. Because we understand that the skin, we are in shapes our lives, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story.
We look for people who focus on getting results, embrace learning and bring a positive energy. They must combine initiative with a sense of teamwork and collaboration. Above all, they must be passionate about doing something meaningful for consumers, patients, and the healthcare professionals we serve every day. We aim to empower each employee and promote their personal growth while ensuring business needs are met now and into the future. Across our company, we embrace diversity and respect the dignity, privacy, and personal rights of every employee.
At Galderma, we actively give our teams reasons to believe in our bold ambition to become the leading dermatology company in the world. With us, you have the ultimate opportunity to gain new and challenging work experiences and create an unparalleled, direct impact.
Job Summary
The 3PL Distribution Manager Lx ensures that inventory is accurately managed and distributed in a compliant, timely, and efficient manner in support of a high‑end luxury cosmetics business. This role supports a fast‑paced e‑commerce operating model, with a high volume of small‑parcel B2C shipments alongside B2B customer fulfillment, where execution quality directly impacts brand perception and customer experience.
Primary areas of focus include monitoring, reporting, and improving 3PL performance through key operational metrics, service‑level governance, and strong supplier relationship management. The role works closely with 3PL leadership, operations teams, and internal cross‑functional partners to drive continuous improvement across distribution activities, including but not limited to dock‑to‑stock, inventory accuracy, order accuracy, returns processing, and OTIF performance.
The 3PL Manager Lx collaborates with Supply Chain, Customer Service, Commercial, and Quality teams to identify scalable, sustainable process improvements that support business growth, seasonal demand fluctuations, and evolving customer expectations. This role ensures day‑to‑day execution aligns with luxury brand standards, customer service commitments, regulatory requirements, and the broader distribution strategy.
Key Responsibilities
Serve as the primary Distribution liaison to the 3PL partner, ensuring B2B and B2C customer requirements are clearly understood, consistently executed, and aligned with brand expectations.-25%
Monitor daily 3PL operational performance, systems, and reporting, maintaining close communication with 3PL teams to ensure high service levels, rapid issue resolution, and customer satisfaction. Proactively identify potential service disruptions (e.g., order backlogs, capacity constraints, carrier issues) and triage or escalating as appropriate.-25%
Lead regular business reviews with the 3PL, ensuring alignment to SLAs, KPIs, and volume forecasts. Analyze performance trends across small‑parcel fulfillment, order accuracy, cycle times, returns, and OTIF; identify gaps, risks, and continuous improvement opportunities.-5%
Responsible for the relationship with 3PL partners supporting the Lx business, including execution to the network strategy and adherence to contracts including rate structure, volume commitments, and service scope. Lead monthly cost reviews, provide clear visibility to stakeholders on trends and variances, and identify cost‑to‑serve optimization opportunities.-10%
Plan and project warehouse capacity and fulfillment need using demand forecasts, promotional calendars, seasonal peaks, and long‑term growth targets, ensuring the 3PL network can support rapid order fulfillment without compromising service or quality.-10%
Develop and present business cases for process, system, automation, and technology enhancements that improve speed, accuracy, scalability, and customer experience. Clearly articulate benefits, risks, investment requirements, and ROI to stakeholders at all levels.-5%
Drive continuous improvement initiatives through structured process reviews, root‑cause analysis, and collaboration with internal and external partners to reduce cost, improve service levels, increase productivity, and enhance quality across the distribution network.-5%
Ensure high inventory accuracy and control across the warehouse network through strong governance, cycle counting, reconciliation processes, KPI reporting, and compliance with regulatory and quality standards relevant to cosmetics and OTC products.-10%
Maintain oversight of critical warehouse processes, including receiving, put‑away, pick/pack operations, small‑parcel shipping execution, returns and reverse logistics, inventory tracking, and product traceability, ensuring compliance with company guidelines and luxury brand standards.-5%
Skills & Qualifications
Required
Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, Operations, Logistics, or related field.
3+ years of experience in logistics, distribution, supply chain, or 3PL account management, with demonstrated responsibility for e‑commerce and/or small‑parcel fulfillment operations.
Strong understanding of cosmetics, OTC, or regulated consumer products distribution, including GDP, FEFO, lot control, product dating, and traceability requirements.
Demonstrated success serving as the primary operational liaison with external 3PL partners, including SLA management, KPI governance, and issue resolution.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret operational data, identify trends, and translate insights into actions that improve order accuracy, speed to ship, and customer experience.
Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills; ability to work cross‑functionally and influence without direct authority.
Preferred
Direct experience supporting or managing a 3PL in an e‑commerce or omnichannel environment.
Familiarity with luxury, beauty, or premium consumer brands, where service quality, packaging, and delivery experience are critical.
Exposure to WMS, OMS, and parcel shipping systems; ability to partner on system enhancements and reporting improvements.
APICS / ASCM Certification in Supply Chain Management or other relevant professional designation.
Core Competencies
Relationship & Vendor Partnership Management
E‑commerce Fulfillment & Customer Experience Excellence
Data & Insights-Driven Decision Making
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Influence
Adaptability & Continuous Improvement
About the Compensation:
The base salary range for this role is determined based on several factors. These include but are not limited to job accountabilities; skill sets; experience and training; certifications; work location; competitive market rates and other business needs. At Galderma, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on a unique combination of factors for each role. A reasonable estimate of the hiring range for this role is $120,000 - $145,000.
In addition to base salary, we provide an opportunity to participate in a competitive commission plan. We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits program including health insurance, 401(k) plan with employer match, a generous paid time off policy, hybrid work schedules and more.
The pay range displayed above is the range of base pay is the range of base pay compensation within Galderma expects to pay for this role at the time of this posting.
What we offer in return:
You will be working for an organization that embraces diversity & inclusion and believe we will deliver better outcomes by reflecting the perspectives of our diverse customer base. You will also have access to a range of company benefits, including a competitive wage with shift differential, annual bonus opportunities and career advancement and cross-training.
Next Steps:
If your profile is a match, we will invite you for a first virtual conversation with the recruiter.
The next step is a virtual conversation with the hiring manager
The final step is a panel conversation with the extended team
Our people make a difference
At Galderma, you’ll work with people who are like you. And people that are different. We value what every member of our team brings. Professionalism, collaboration, and a friendly, supportive ethos is the perfect environment for people to thrive and excel in what they do.
Employer’s Rights:
This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You will be evaluated in part based on your performance of the tasks listed in this job description. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description is not an employment contract, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.