Senior Specialist, Logistics Engineering

The Role

Joining Moderna offers the unique opportunity to be part of a pioneering team that's revolutionizing medicine through mRNA technology, with a diverse pipeline of development programs across various diseases.

As an employee, you'll be part of a continually growing organization, working alongside exceptional colleagues and strategic partners worldwide, contributing to global health initiatives.

Moderna's commitment to advancing the technological frontier of mRNA medicines ensures a challenging and rewarding career experience, with the potential to make a significant impact on patients' lives worldwide.

Moderna is solidifying its footprint within our international centre for analytical excellence in Madrid, a city known for its rich scientific heritage. This facility, the largest such center outside the United States, exemplifies our commitment to solidifying our manufacturing network and advancing our promising mRNA product portfolio. We're looking for talents who can contribute to our innovative research and development efforts.

You will be instrumental in ensuring Moderna's global cold chain logistics and shipping validation systems are consistently compliant, efficient, and continuously improving. As the Manager, Logistics Engineering, you’ll own the development and deployment of critical distribution procedures, act as a subject matter expert across functions, and maintain key oversight of Moderna's global shipping systems. From authoring regulatory-compliant SOPs to advising on complex cold chain issues and integrating cutting-edge technologies like IoT analytics and digital twins, your work will directly impact how Moderna medicines safely reach patients worldwide. This role plays a pivotal part in shaping our global distribution capability—and offers exposure to the frontiers of digital logistics innovation.

Here’s What You’ll Do

Your Key Responsibilities Will Be:

• Oversee the global implementation of Moderna’s International Logistics Engineering program, including strategies, milestones, and compliance with cold chain requirements.
• Act as owner and subject matter expert for Moderna’s global shipping systems and methods, actively contributing as a core member of the Cold Chain and Shipping Validation teams.
• Lead projects related to logistics visibility, such as real-time tracking, temperature control, digital twins, and IoT analytics.
• Author and manage critical documentation, including SOPs, work instructions, and policies related to Cold Chain and global distribution.
• Partner with internal teams (Manufacturing, Distribution/Logistics, Quality) and external stakeholders to support and implement shipping systems across the International organization.
• Train teams across functions on cold chain regulations, best practices, and guidelines to embed compliance culture across the organization.
• Support the distribution-related technical transfer activities at CMO and 3PL sites.

Your Responsibilities Will Also Include:

• Provide guidance during GMP/GDP audits and regulatory inspections concerning cold chain and logistics engineering.
• Monitor, assess, and develop controls to ensure compliance with cold chain handling, storage, and shipping across the supply chain.
• Qualify and collaborate with external vendors such as Freight Forwarders and Carriers, contributing to SOP development, Quality Agreements, and Statements of Work.
• Stay abreast of evolving cold chain regulations and trends, ensuring Moderna’s guidelines remain best-in-class and fully compliant.
• Support internal investigations and drive corrective actions related to any non-conformities in cold chain operations.
• Report key performance indicators (KPIs) and risk metrics to senior leadership to drive continuous improvement in cold chain performance.
• Perform additional duties as required in alignment with evolving business and compliance needs.

The key Moderna Mindsets you’ll need to succeed in the role:

• “We digitize everywhere possible using the power of code to maximize our impact on patients.”This role plays a leading part in deploying digital tracking systems, IoT sensors, and analytics solutions to enhance Moderna’s cold chain visibility. Your ability to drive digital transformation in supply chain systems will be essential to delivering impact at scale.
• “We behave like owners. The solutions we’re building go beyond any job description.”As the owner of international cold chain logistics systems, you’ll operate with autonomy and accountability, driving solutions that span across departments and geographies with a clear focus on operational excellence and patient impact.

Here’s What You’ll Need (Basic Qualifications)

• Education: University degree in technology, engineering, or related field.
• Experience: 4-6 years (BA/BS) or 2-4 years (MS) in various Cold Chain, Supply Chain, Manufacturing & Science, and Logistics functions (strong preference towards Pharmaceutical and Biotech experience. Experience working in a cGMP environment).

Here’s What You’ll Bring to the Table (Preferred Qualifications)

• APICS CSCP or CLTD certified preferred.
• Experience and proficient knowledge of project management, risk management methodologies and monitoring techniques.
• Experience with IoT devices, digital twins, AI tools and their application
• Experience with managing Quality System events (Change Controls, CAPA’s, Deviations, etc)
• Experience with creating GMP Documentation (SOPs, Work Instructions, Policies, etc)
• Experience and knowledge of cold chain technology, tools, and shipping qualification.
• Other government agency regulatory experience relating to biotech manufacturing.
• Outstanding communication skills (verbal and written) to collaborate with senior CMC Management in a dynamic, cross-functional matrix environment – you are outgoing, communicative, and seek to build relationships on a daily basis.
• Well organized – a natural ability to be organized in how you think, communicate, and conduct your work.
• You drive for results – you set a high bar for yourself and others. You love what you do, and it shows.
• Good power point skills to visualize complex content in an easy to view manner would be a big plus.
• Ability to manage projects in a fast-paced environment.
• A curious mindset that allows you to constantly learn and challenge the status quo.
• A desire to make an impact as part of a high-growth, transformational company that is Bold, Relentless, Curious, and Collaborative.

At Moderna, we believe that when you feel your best, you can do your best work.  That’s why our global benefits and well-being resources are designed to support you—at work, at home, and everywhere in between.

• Quality healthcare and insurance benefits
• Lifestyle Spending Accounts to create your own pathway to well-being
• Free premium access to fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness classes
• Family planning and adoption benefits
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, bank holidays, volunteer days, sabbatical, global recharge days, and a discretionary year-end shutdown
• Savings and investments
• Location-specific perks and extras!

The benefits offered may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Moderna and the country where you work.

About Moderna

Since our founding in 2010, we have aspired to build the leading mRNA technology platform, the infrastructure to reimagine how medicines are created and delivered, and a world-class team. We believe in giving our people a platform to change medicine and an opportunity to change the world.  

By living our mission, values, and mindsets every day, our people are the driving force behind our scientific progress and our culture. Together, we are creating a culture of belonging and building an organization that cares deeply for our patients, our employees, the environment, and our communities. 

We are proud to have been recognized as a Science Magazine Top Biopharma Employer, a Fast Company Best Workplace for Innovators, and a Great Place to Work in the U.S. 

As we build our company, we have always believed an in-person culture is critical to our success. Moderna champions the significant benefits of in-office collaboration by embracing a 70/30 work model. This 70% in-office structure helps to foster a culture rich in innovation, teamwork, and direct mentorship. Join us in shaping a world where every interaction is an opportunity to learn, contribute, and make a meaningful impact. 

If you want to make a difference and join a team that is changing the future of medicine, we invite you to visit modernatx.com/careers to learn more about our current opportunities. 

Moderna is a smoke-free, alcohol-free, and drug-free work environment. 

Moderna is a place where everyone can grow. If you meet the Basic Qualifications for the role and you would be excited to contribute to our mission every day, please apply! 

Moderna is committed to equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry or citizenship, ethnicity, disability, military or protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable law. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. 

We’re focused on attracting, retaining, developing, and advancing our employees. By cultivating a workplace that values diverse experiences, backgrounds, and ideas, we create an environment where every employee can contribute their best. 

Moderna is committed to offering reasonable accommodation or adjustments to qualified job applicants with disabilities. Any applicant requiring an accommodation or adjustment in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should contact the Accommodations and Adjustments team at leavesandaccommodations@modernatx.com. 

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