Logistics Solutions Specialist II

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Germany.

📋 Description

• Oversee logistics strategies, documentation, and compliance for increasingly complex clinical trial projects.

• Assist in the setup, maintenance, and execution of studies.

• Manage a portfolio of intricate studies while collaborating with internal teams and external partners.

• Work with Setup Managers, Strategic Client Managers, and Project Managers to identify and document logistics requirements.

• Simultaneously manage 20–40 complex, high-priority studies.

• Provide immediate responses to Project Management logistics inquiries and issues.

• Act as the primary logistics contact for Project Management and Client Services.

• Directly communicate with Sponsors and/or Contract Research Organizations regarding specific logistics matters.

• Evaluate shipping-lane feasibility for site and laboratory locations and recommend transit strategies.

• Assist in the development of site-instruction documents and Starter Packs in collaboration with selected carriers.

• Formulate logistics and customs compliance strategies and processes.

• Develop and implement processes for pro-forma and shipment-specific invoices in coordination with partners, vendors, and regions.

• Manage logistics documentation for transporting materials and biological specimens across international borders; review and facilitate necessary signatures by site/country.

• Analyze international carrier and logistics-solution performance using data.

• Establish and uphold processes for daily transactions to ensure timely product movement from origin to destination.

• Take on responsibilities of other Logistics Team roles as needed.

• Engage in investigations and corrective/preventive actions regarding logistics-related Quality Events.

• No travel is required.

• No supervisory duties are involved.

⛳️ Requirements

• A BS or MS in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related field is preferred; relevant education and experience may be considered in lieu of a formal degree.

• A minimum of 4 years of industry-related logistics experience managing clinical studies is required.

• Experience in managing complex clinical studies is preferred.

• Required knowledge of international supply chain processes, carriers, third-party logistics companies, forwarders, couriers, and transportation performance metrics.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple deliverables concurrently with tight deadlines.

• Strong communication skills are essential.

• Ability to work independently.

• Exceptional multitasking and organizational abilities.

• Excellent interpersonal skills coupled with a proactive, positive attitude.

• Full proficiency in English is required.

• Strong mathematical skills are necessary.

• Preferred ability to apply basic algebra and geometry concepts.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and ERP software.

• Experience in leading and mentoring others is preferred.

• Ability to sit for long periods at a desk and work on a computer.

• Prolonged use of a computer and headphones for conference calls.

• Capability to communicate effectively via phone, video, and email.

• Ability to use hands and fingers for operating a computer and other office equipment.

• Close vision and ability to adjust focus are required.

• Occasional ability to reach with hands and arms.

🏝️ Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to diversity and inclusion.

• Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.