External Manufacturing Logistics Coordination Support

D-ploy is an IT and Engineering Solutions company with operations throughout the EMEA region including Switzerland, Germany, Czech Republic, Austria, UK, as well as the USA.

We pride ourselves on delivering innovative and superior services and solutions to numerous industry-leading clients. By building relationships and trusted partnerships within the IT community, we optimize our customer‘s IT productivity and contribute to the organization’s success and value.

We are interested in talking to engaging, flexible, and solution-oriented individuals who are looking to become a part of a dynamically growing and international organization. We are focused on creating value where IT counts, join us!

! This role lasts initially for 6 months with possible extension, where only freelancing is available as form of cooperation.

Tasks And Responsibilities

• In this exciting role, you manage the operational logistics activities to ensure timely and cost-effective transportation of materials while maintaining product quality and safety.
• You collaborate with internal teams, external suppliers, and transportation partners to perform supply chain processes.
• Within the agreed logistic strategies, flows and processes, responsible to coordinate and monitor shipments from the storage sites to the CMOs.
• Prepare shipment documentation
• Ensure all required licenses and permits are in place prior to shipment.
• Resolve logistic issues with all logistic partners to make sure products are delivered in due time and expected quality.
• Perform transactions in SAP for the movement of vaccines related materials between sites.
• Gather inventory information from vaccines related materials for periodic inventory reviews.
• Review and approval of logistics suppliers invoices.
• Oversee and manage inventories and supplies of temperature loggers and thermal blankets.
• Assist in developing shipping procedures and general shipment guidelines.
• Provide input for operations and business review meetings with Logistics suppliers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in logistics, supply chain management, or a related field.
• Proven experience in logistics operations (Min. 2 years), preferably within the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry, with a focus on cold chain logistics.
• Knowledge of legal export/import requirements and shipping document preparation.
• Excellent understanding of GMP materials management and global shipping.
• Proficiency in SAP.
• Fluent in English both oral and written.
• Excellent communication and relationship skills.
• The ability to collaborate with Logistics suppliers and CMOs in a supportive work environment.
• Relevant certifications in logistics or supply chain management are a plus.

Benefits

• Broad range of activities, tasks, and projects
• Fishing for Friends program – our referral program
• Further development and professional advancement
• Friendly and international working environment
• Company-sponsored events
• Competitive salary and various benefits

Is IT in your DNA?