Global Logistics Professional

Novo Nordisk • Clayton, NC

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Serve as a key member and logistics subject matter expert (SME) in Global Logistics & Distribution US (GL&D-US), with a focus on external warehousing operations and interfaces across internal and external stakeholders. Set direction and deliver results within own area of expertise by driving stakeholder alignment, process improvements, data-based decision making and resolution of more complex logistics and warehouse issues with few or no defined procedures in place. Ensure reliable, compliant and efficient warehouse execution in collaboration with the 4PL partner, freight forwarders, warehouses, customers and planners.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Economics, Engineering, Logistics or related field of study from an accredited university required and a minimum of two (2) years of Logistics, Supply Chain, External Warehousing (3PLs), or manufacturing experience in a regulated environment required; preferably in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
• In lieu of BS Degree with two (2) years of experience, may consider an Associate Degree in Supply Chain Management, Economics, Engineering, Logistics or related field of study from an accredited college or university with a minimum of four (4) years of relevant Logistics, Supply Chain, External Warehousing (3PLs), or manufacturing experience in a regulated environment required; preferably in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated experience working with external warehouses, 3PL/4PL partners and cross-functional stakeholders required
• Experience driving process improvement, practical problem solving and operational efficiency initiatives required
• Ability to analyse data and operational situations, evaluate known alternatives and recommend effective solutions to complex logistics or warehouse issues required
• Strong communication skills across multiple organizational levels, including the ability to communicate technical information clearly in written, verbal and presentation formats, required
• Experience planning, organizing, managing execution, checking results & revising work plans preferred
• Computer expertise in MS Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, SAP and novoGlow preferred

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of US and EU regulations & guidelines; including application of GMP’s preferred
• Experience using Lean/Six Sigma methodologies and achieving sustainable process improvements preferred

Responsibilities

• Acts as a logistics process advocate and SME, coordinating priorities with internal and external stakeholders to remove barriers & enable optimal external warehouse execution
• Sets direction for alignment of processes, procedures and deliveries with PS external and internal warehouses, Freight Manager, Logistics Coordinators, Quality, Planners and other stakeholders
• Drives stakeholder management by maintaining clear, precise and timely communication; facilitating regular stakeholder meetings and proactively requesting feedback to improve processes and execution
• Coordinates and monitors critical shipment and warehouse activities with the 4PL partner, external warehouses and freight forwarders; escalates issues and recommends solutions as needed
• Challenges & optimizes external warehouse and distribution processes through a data-based approach, including defining or redefining processes and implementing sustainable improvements
• Handles more complex logistics, warehouse and quality issues, including unscheduled events, deviations, temperature deviations and process non-conformances; evaluates alternatives and drives resolution or escalation
• Supports audit readiness and compliance by performing periodic assessments, maintaining documentation of standard processes and ensuring corrective actions are communicated and implemented while also ensuring quality requirements are followed in performance of all duties
• Drives operational efficiency initiatives and continuous improvement across distribution and warehouse workflows
• Provides guidance to colleagues and stakeholders within own area of expertise; may work independently or with occasional guidance from manager or senior colleagues
• Follow all safety & environmental requirements in the performance of duties

Benefits

• Leading pay and annual performance bonus for all positions
• All employees enjoy generous paid time off including 14 paid holidays
• Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance – effective day one
• Guaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match option
• Family Focused Benefits including 14 weeks paid parental & 6 weeks paid family medical leave
• Free access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical products
• Tuition Assistance
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Employee Referral Awards

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level