Distribution Coordinator I

Catalent Pharma Solutions•San Diego, CA

11d•$55,000 - $58,000•Onsite

About The Position

Catalent’s San Diego site is an early-phase development facility supporting small-molecule and peptide programs from preformulation through cGMP clinical manufacturing. The Distribution Coordinator I supports the coordination and execution of clinical supply orders, ensuring compliance with internal procedures and customer requirements. The role manages documentation, organizes shipment materials, and maintains alignment with regulatory and operational standards. This is a 100% onsite position in San Diego, California, with a Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. schedule. The coordinator works with internal teams and carriers to prepare and dispatch domestic and international clinical trial shipments, maintain accurate records, address operational issues, and support workflow planning and execution. The position also cross-trains on warehouse floor operations to provide backup picking and packing support.

Requirements

High School Diploma or General Educational Development certificate.
At least two years of relevant experience in a Good Manufacturing Practice environment.

Nice To Haves

Associate Degree.
Experience with JD Edwards or comparable Enterprise Resource Planning systems.
Background in Distribution and Supply Chain operations.

Responsibilities

Manage the shared inbox by triaging, prioritizing, and responding to order-related requests within defined turnaround expectations.
Maintain and organize Ready-to-Execute files and documentation to prepare orders for shipment execution.
Process and coordinate domestic and international clinical supply orders in compliance with customer requirements and internal Standard Operating Procedures.
Coordinate and dispatch shipments of clinical trial materials to domestic and international sites.
Support shipment booking activities with carriers such as FedEx and specialty providers.
Log, document, and route supplier complaints and shipment-related issues using designated systems such as SharePoint.
Process and coordinate destruction requests in accordance with regulatory and internal requirements.
Create and maintain labeling worksheets to support accurate and timely shipment execution.
Update Master Checklists and maintain alignment with customer-approved Distribution Summaries.
Assemble and audit order documentation for accuracy and compliance.
Generate shipment documentation for clinical trial materials, ensuring completeness and compliance with customs requirements where applicable.
Run standard reports to support daily workflow planning and execution.
Maintain distribution group mailboxes and support shipment scheduling activities.
Coordinate with Quality, Inventory, IT, Supply Chain, and other internal functions to resolve operational and documentation issues.
Monitor workflow efficiency and escalate risks to turnaround times or service levels as needed.
Ensure compliance with applicable Standard Operating Procedures, Good Manufacturing Practice requirements, and distribution protocols.
Cross-train on warehouse floor operations and maintain DSI scanning system access to perform picking and packing activities as a backup resource.
Perform additional duties and support special projects as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive paid time off and 10 paid holidays.
Medical, dental, and vision benefits effective on the first day of employment.
Tuition reimbursement.
Site-based employee engagement activities.
Employee Resource Groups focused on diversity and inclusion.
Community engagement initiatives, including beach clean-up events.
Defined career path and annual performance review process with potential for career growth.
WellHub program promoting physical wellness, including an onsite fitness center, yoga classes, and company-sponsored sports teams.
Perkspot discounts from over 900 merchants.
Annual target bonus.