Logistics Specialist

TalentBurst•South San Francisco, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Logistics Specialist supports end-to-end product flow across hazardous materials, R&D materials, clinical drug product distribution, and inventory management operations. The role ensures compliant, accurate, and timely shipping, receiving, inventory control, and documentation in accordance with internal SOPs, regulatory standards, and quality expectations. The position is 100% onsite in South San Francisco, California, and is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The role is described as a 12-month assignment, with a possible extension depending on performance and budget. The specialist processes shipments, manages inventory and related records, operates material-handling equipment, and maintains safe, clean, compliant work areas. The role also involves following applicable SOPs with minimal supervision, recommending SOP updates, and helping train new team members. Occasional overtime may be required.

Requirements

High school diploma.
0–5 years of relevant experience.
Knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory systems, and inventory control concepts.
Ability to meet TSA requirements, including successfully completing a background check.
Ability to complete the Certified Cargo Screening Program (CCSP).
Strong attention to detail and prioritization skills.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively in a cooperative team environment.
Ability to work occasional overtime.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Nice To Haves

IATA certification and experience with international shipping documentation.
Experience with warehouse material-handling equipment.

Responsibilities

Process shipments of hazardous materials, R&D materials, and product samples.
Manage international shipments, including required documentation and proper packaging.
Receive and dispense finished goods, work-in-process inventory, and packaging components to and from manufacturing facilities.
Pick, pack, and ship clinical finished drug products to domestic and international destinations.
Process rejected, returned, or expired drug products for destruction.
Coordinate and schedule destruction activities with approved destruction sites.
Maintain the drug product inventory control system.
Conduct inventory cycle counts and ensure accurate reconciliation results.
Maintain equipment and work areas in a clean, safe, and compliant manner.
Safely operate material-handling equipment.
Become proficient in applicable SOPs and perform responsibilities with minimal supervision.
Recommend changes or updates to SOPs as needed.
Participate in training new team members.
Use internal systems, databases, and RF scanners, ensuring accurate data entry and documentation.
File and store documentation according to corporate retention policies.