Inbound Logistics Section Head

GSK • Brooklyn Center, MN

9d • Onsite

About The Position

We manufacture and supply reliable, high-quality medicines and vaccines to meet patients’ needs and drive our performance. Our network of 37 medicines and vaccines manufacturing sites delivered 1.7 billion packs of medicines and 409 million vaccine doses in 2024 to help make a positive impact on the health of millions of people. Our supply chain is not just core to our operations; it’s vital to bringing our innovations to patients as quickly, efficiently and effectively as possible. Technology is transforming how we manufacture medicines and vaccines, enabling us to increase the speed, quality and scale of product supply.We need the very best minds and capability to help us on our journey to make more complex products, harnessing the power of smart manufacturing technologies including robotics, digital solutions and artificial intelligence to deliver for patients.
You will lead the inbound logistics function for our Egypt site. You will manage incoming materials, customs clearance, supplier coordination and team performance. You will work closely with production planning, procurement and quality teams to make sure materials arrive on time and in full. We value clear decision-making, practical problem solving, and a focus on continuous improvement. This role offers strong growth opportunities, real impact on site supply performance, and direct contribution to GSK’s mission of uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, or related field.
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in inbound logistics, materials planning, or supply chain operations.
• Practical experience with customs clearance processes and import documentations in Egypt.
• Strong experience working with SAP ERP systems for inbound planning and goods receipt.
• Good Knowledge of Nafeza & Cargo-X Platform.
• Familiar with HS-Code classifcation , Customs Valuation maethods , Sanctions Screening , and Trade Compliance aspects.
• Good communication skills in English and Arabic, both written and spoken.
• Ability to work on-site full time (this role is on-site).

Nice To Haves

• Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems.
• Experience in pharmaceutical, healthcare or fast-moving consumer goods industries.
• Track record of supplier development and logistics cost optimisation.
• Familiarity with materials requirements planning (MRP) processes and exception management.
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills for reporting and continuous improvement.
• Experience managing small teams and third-party logistics providers.

Responsibilities

• Managing all import and export activities for GSK Egypt sites.
• Lead inbound logistics activities to ensure timely customs clearance and delivery of materials to site in-line with planned spend .
• Coordinate with suppliers, freight forwarders and customs brokers to resolve delays .
• Maintain accurate inbound data in planning and ERP systems and support data clean-up initiatives.
• Responsible for securing GIT through distribution Risk Assessment .
• Supervise and coach team members and outsourced providers to deliver consistent operational performance.
• Lead improvement initiatives to optimize logistics cost and lead-times.

What This Job Offers

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