Job Summary:
The International Logistics Specialist is responsible for coordinating and managing the
global transportation, distribution, and compliance of pharmaceutical products. This role
ensures timely, cost-effective, and regulatory-compliant movement of goods across
international borders while maintaining product integrity, including temperature-sensitive
shipments. The specialist works closely with internal teams, external vendors, and
regulatory agencies to support uninterrupted global supply chain operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate international shipments of pharmaceutical products via air, sea, and ground transportation.
- Ensure compliance with global regulations, including GDP (Good Distribution Practices), GMP, FDA, EMA, and international trade laws.
- Manage import/export documentation (commercial invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, customs declarations)
- Monitor and track shipments to ensure on-time delivery and resolve delays or disruptions
- Monitor inventory levels, reconcile discrepancies, and support demand planning to prevent shortages or overstock.
- Prepare and review shipping documentation, including bills of lading, certificates of analysis, customs paperwork, and regulatory forms.
- Collaborate with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and third-party logistics providers
- Use logistics to update records, generate reports, and maintain traceability.
- Oversee cold chain logistics, ensuring proper handling of temperature-controlled products
- Maintain accurate records and ensure audit readiness for regulatory inspections
- Support quality assurance by reporting deviations, investigating temperature excursions, and implementing corrective actions.
- Analyze logistics performance and implement cost-saving and efficiency improvements
- Support risk management and contingency planning for supply chain disruptions
- Communicate proactively with internal stakeholders regarding shipment status and issues
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Business, or related field (preferred).
- 3–5+ years of experience in international logistics required, preferably in the pharmaceutical or life sciences industry.
- Strong knowledge of import/export regulations and pharmaceutical compliance standards
- Experience with cold chain logistics and temperature-sensitive shipments.
- Familiarity with ERP systems (preferred) and logistics tracking tools
- Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment.
- Certification in supply chain or logistics (preferred e.g., APICS, CSCMP, CLSS)
- Knowledge of global trade compliance and customs processes
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
Work Environment:
- Office-based with occasional coordination across multiple time zones
- May require after-hours availability to address urgent shipment issues
- Collaboration with global teams and external partners
Key Competencies:
- Attention to detail
- Regulatory compliance mindset
- Problem-solving and decision-making
- Communication and collaboration
- Adaptability and time management
Compensation & Benefits:
- Salary Range 100K-120K, depending on experience
- Health, dental, and vision insurance plus retirement benefits
- Paid Holidays
