Warehouse Team Leader – Eindhoven, Netherlands

What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know? Or all of humanity? At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients. Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible. Warehouse Team Leader – Eindhoven, Netherlands Fixed term contract for 12 months Onsite role, shift basis, Sunday through Friday - average 40 hours per week. As Team Leader here at Illumina in Eindhoven, you will play a pivotal role in leading daily warehouse operations and ensuring smooth, safe, and high‑quality execution across all material handling activities. This is a fully hands‑on position, working side‑by‑side with a team of Material Coordinators while providing day‑to‑day guidance, coaching, and clear operational direction. You will partner closely with cross‑functional teams across the site to maintain an exceptional warehouse environment and uphold operational excellence. This role is essential to supporting our mission and reflects our commitment to Win Together as we deliver world‑class service to our internal and external customers. Illumina's employee benefits are industry‑leading and include flexible time off, private medical insurance, compassion and care time off, leisure travel insurance, pension, employee stock purchasing program, volunteer time off, and much more! Why You You are an experienced warehouse professional who thrives in a hands‑on leadership role and enjoys working directly on the warehouse floor. You bring proven experience leading teams in an operational or logistics environment, with the ability to balance people leadership with active participation in daily warehouse tasks. You have strong communication skills , understand the importance of safety and quality, and take pride in fostering a positive and productive team atmosphere. You enjoy problem‑solving in a fast‑moving environment, take ownership of results, and act with integrity—demonstrating our Illumina value of Be Accountable in everything you do. Experience in a regulated or high‑quality environment is an advantage, and proficiency in English is required. Key Responsibilities Include: Provide day‑to‑day hands‑on leadership on the warehouse floor, working directly alongside Material Coordinators Guide, support, and motivate team members to ensure high performance and a positive, collaborative culture Execute core warehouse activities including goods receipt, material handling, storage, picking, packing, and internal deliveries Monitor daily workflows, assign priorities, and adjust resources to meet operational needs Ensure all activities are completed safely and in accordance with quality standards, SOPs, and site procedures Identify opportunities to improve warehouse processes and support continuous improvement initiatives Partner closely with cross‑functional colleagues, demonstrating our value of Win Together to deliver reliable operational support Take ownership of documentation accuracy, inventory integrity, and issue resolution Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders to anticipate needs and maintain a smooth supply chain flow What You Can Expect Our team members are bright, energetic, and dedicated - they are the driving force behind our innovation and impact. To attract the best and brightest, we offer a competitive employee benefits program. We view it as a smart investment in our people, one that recognises the tremendous value they bring to our business every day. At Illumina, we push boundaries. We think beyond the conventional. We dream big. With the energy of so many bright and accomplished people, the opportunities are endless. All job offers with Illumina are subject to a valid VOG (Verklaring Omtrent Gedrag). Failure to provide a valid VOG may result in the withdrawal of an offer or termination of contract. Ready to Lead on the Floor? If you’re a hands‑on warehouse distribution team leader who enjoys building strong teams, driving performance, and working onsite in Eindhoven — we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and lead with purpose at Illumina. INDEUR The estimated base salary range for the Warehouse Team Leader – Eindhoven, Netherlands role based in Netherlands is EUR 33.000 - 49.600. The range reflects long‑term growth in the role; therefore, most candidates are hired between the minimum and middle of the range. Placement depends on experience, skills, location, and internal equity. This salary range applies to the primary posting location listed above. Should the level or location of the role change during the hiring process, the applicable base pay range will be updated accordingly. Compensation ranges for other locations will differ to reflect local market competitiveness and will be shared with candidates if applicable during the recruitment process. Additionally, all employees are eligible for one of our variable cash programs (bonus or commission) and eligible roles may receive equity as part of the compensation package. We offer a thoughtfully designed benefits package that supports your wellbeing, flexibility, and life beyond work—combining globally differentiated offerings with locally tailored programs. This includes support during important life moments, flexible time off, opportunities to give back, and a weeklong company-wide summer shutdown. In the Netherlands, we offer an 8% holiday allowance (vakantiegeld) in addition to the salary listed above. We are a company deeply rooted in belonging, promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. Built on a strong foundation, Illumina has always prioritized openness, collaboration, and seeking alternative perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences, increase cultural awareness, and offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, citizenship status, and genetic information. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws. Illumina prohibits the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the application and interview process. 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