Field Logistics Manager

We are seeking an experienced Field Logistics Manager to lead and scale our field sample collection operations. This role sits at the intersection of people leadership, financial accountability, and operational execution — ideal for someone who thrives in dynamic, science-driven environments and can drive consistency across distributed field teams.

People & Personnel Management

Recruit, onboard, train, and develop field collection staff across multiple sites or regions

Establish performance standards, conduct regular reviews, and manage corrective action processes

Build scheduling systems to ensure appropriate coverage, reduce overtime costs, and maintain compliance with labor regulations

Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement in the field

Field Sample Collection Operations

Oversee end-to-end sample collection workflows, ensuring adherence to SOPs, chain-of-custody protocols, and regulatory requirements

Monitor collection volumes, turnaround times, and quality metrics; implement corrective measures when KPIs fall outside acceptable ranges

Partner with laboratory operations and logistics teams to ensure samples are transported, logged, and processed without disruption

Maintain equipment inventory, calibration schedules, and supply chain for all field collection materials

P&L Oversight

Own the operational budget for the field logistics function, including labor, supplies, fleet, and third-party vendors

Track and report on cost-per-sample, labor utilization, and other financial KPIs on a regular cadence

Identify and execute cost reduction initiatives without compromising quality or compliance

Collaborate with finance and senior leadership on forecasting, variance analysis, and annual planning

Change Management & Process Improvement

Lead the rollout of new protocols, technologies, and operational structures across field teams

Develop and deliver change communication plans that build buy-in and minimize disruption

Use data and field feedback to identify process gaps; champion lean or continuous improvement initiatives

Act as a key liaison between corporate/central operations and frontline field staff during periods of organizational change

General Operations

Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory standards

Maintain and improve field operations documentation including SOPs, training materials, and audit readiness resources

Manage vendor and contractor relationships supporting field logistics

Serve as an escalation point for operational issues, safety incidents, and client-impacting events

5+ years of experience in field operations, logistics, or collections-based services; life sciences, environmental, or healthcare preferred

2+ years of direct people management experience with distributed or mobile teams

Demonstrated P&L ownership or significant budget management responsibility

Proven ability to lead change initiatives across frontline workforces

Familiarity with regulatory environments governing sample collection or field services

Strong analytical skills; comfortable working with operational dashboards, scheduling tools, and LIMS or similar platforms

Excellent communication skills — able to translate corporate priorities into actionable direction for field staff

Willingness to travel to field sites as needed

Bachelor's degree in operations management, life sciences, public health, or a related field

Experience with continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma)

Background in a high-volume, regulated industry (clinical diagnostics, environmental testing, occupational health)