Logistics Coordinator

Job description

Those who join Emergent BioSolutions feel a sense of ownership about their future. You will excel in an environment characterized by respect, innovation and growth opportunities. Here, you will join passionate professionals who advance their scientific, technical and professional skills to develop products designed-to protect life.

I. JOB SUMMARY
This role is responsible for coordinating all inbound and outbound shipments in support of the MD Central Warehouse location. This role will work closely with Sourcing, Warehousing, Planning, Sample Management, Clients and Project Management teams to manage the shipment schedule to ensure a planned cadence of both inbound and outbound deliveries.

This position will play a crucial role in leading supply chain operations by supporting with transportation procurement strategy, carrier relationship management, and cost optimization to support our customers with a high level of service.

This role will require a self-motivated, hands-on, positive thinker that enjoys a constantly changing and dynamic work environment.
II. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Manage the transportation operations to meet or exceed our customers' requirements
• Liaison between Supply Chain functions to align expectations and maintain production schedule.
• Work closely with Sample Management Team to support and arrange logistics for both inbound and outbound sample materials requiring cold chain management (Domestic and International)
• Coordinate and lead material shipment and deliveries under strict packaging and shipping procedures using Emergent preferred carriers and/or as directed by customer when applicable
• Maintain an accurate schedule of inbound and outbound shipments
• Notify adjoining functions of any changes in the schedule
• Create and enforce local logistics policies and procedures in conjunction with global standards and best practices where applicable
• Establish, build, and maintain relationships with Emergent global and/or local carriers

The above statements are intended to describe the nature of work performed by those in this job and are not an exhaustive list of all duties. Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time which reflects management's assignment of essential functions.

III. MINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS

• Bachelors' degree in Business, Supply Chain Management or equivalent experience/education plus 1-2 years Logistics Experience or 4 - 5 years of Logistics Experience plus a High School Diploma or Equivalent
• APICS Certification preferred but not required (CLTD)
• Well-founded knowledge and experience in the usage of ERP modules (SAP preferred).
• Knowledge of both domestic and international shipping regulations for biological products and associated materials
• Previous experience working within regulated, cGXP industry. FDA and Government regulatory agency inspections preferred
• Knowledgeable in Supply Chain principles, Warehouse, Purchasing and Supplier Quality.
• Ability to collaborate with internal and external partners at multiple levels.
• Ability to manage, prioritize and work cross functionally to influence behaviors and gain consensus.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks effectively and efficiently.
• Excellent critical thinking, organizational, and communication skills and abilities
• Process-oriented and high level of attention to detail required
• Knowledgeable of Microsoft product suite (e.g. Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Successful applicants for this position must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Individuals with qualifying medical issues or sincerely held religious beliefs or practices that may prevent them from getting the vaccine may request an exemption from the vaccine requirement.

There are physical/mental demands and work environment characteristics that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This information is available upon request from the candidate.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform all essential functions.

Emergent BioSolutions is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and values the diversity of our workforce. Emergent does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, physical or mental disability, military service or veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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Emergent BioSolutions does not accept non-solicited resumes or candidate submittals from search/recruiting agencies not already on Emergent BioSolutions' approved agency list. Unsolicited resumes or candidate information submitted to Emergent BioSolutions by search/recruiting agencies not already on Emergent BioSolutions' approved agency list shall become the property of Emergent BioSolutions and if the candidate is subsequently hired by Emergent BioSolutions, Emergent BioSolutions shall not owe any fee to the submitting agency.