Manager, Logistics
Core
Lead shipping, receiving, and off-site operations for a CGMP gene therapy manufacturing facility, managing 3PL partners and internal teams to ensure safe, accurate, and timely material handling.
Role type
Manager, Logistics (GMP Manufacturing)
Builds
Shipping and receiving operations for advanced therapeutic products (AAV, viral vectors, vaccines)
Domain
Biotechnology / Gene Therapy / Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Required skills
People leadership (managers/supervisors), 3PL contract management, cold-chain logistics, cGMP/GDP compliance, inventory control, deviation/CAPA management, Lean tools (5S, standard work), dangerous goods compliance (IATA/DOT), ERP systems (JDE)
Preferred skills
Lean/Six Sigma, ASCM/APICS certification (CLTD/CSCP), JD Edwards (JDE E1) proficiency
Technologies
JDE (JD Edwards), TrackWise, Microsoft Office/Excel
Responsibilities
Lead daily shipping/receiving and tier meetings; Plan staffing and shift coverage; Coach and develop Supervisors/Materials Associates; Manage 3PL partner (Cavalier) performance and inventory reconciliation; Execute cycle counts and investigate discrepancies; Coordinate domestic/international temperature-controlled shipments; Ensure compliance with cGMP, GDP, OSHA, DOT; Own deviations, CAPAs, and change controls; Track and report KPIs using Lean tools.
Seniority
Manager, people leadership