Shipping Manager

GenScript ProBio•Piscataway, NJ

8d•Onsite

About The Position

GenScript is seeking an experienced Shipping Manager to oversee the company’s logistics strategy and operations, with the goal of maximizing process efficiency and productivity. The role is based fully onsite in Piscataway, New Jersey, and offers a salary range of $90,000–$100,000, depending on experience. The Shipping Manager serves as a subject matter expert and key contact for aligning shipping operations with organizational goals and developing processes in the life sciences or biological field. The manager leads automation and optimization projects, oversees transportation and order-cycle operations, develops efficiency, quality, and safety policies, monitors performance, manages operational risks and budgets, and maintains effective relationships with 3PL providers and internal stakeholders. GenScript describes itself as a biotechnology company founded in 2002 in New Jersey, with approximately 6,165 employees and more than 200,000 customers across over 100 countries and regions. Its mission is to make people and nature healthier through biotechnology.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience as a Shipping or Logistics Manager, including team development experience.
Demonstrated track record transforming logistics teams and delivering automation projects.
Strong analytical and presentation skills using MS Excel, Access, or Power BI.
BA or MS in supply chain, logistics, or a similar relevant field.
Critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of CBP and PGA regulations.
Fluency in both English and Mandarin.
A regulatory certificate or license such as Certified Customs Specialist (CCS), Customs Broker License, or Certified Export Specialist (CES).
An operational APICS certificate such as Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD), or Certified in Transformation for Supply Chain (CTSC).

Responsibilities

Serve as the key contact and subject matter expert to align operations with organizational goals and develop processes in the life sciences or biological field.
Lead shipping department automation and optimization projects, identify process bottlenecks, and implement process improvements.
Oversee transportation, including inbound logistics, internal transfers, and outbound shipping.
Collaborate with departments and stakeholders to identify and maintain resources needed for an effective supply chain.
Direct, optimize, and coordinate the full order cycle, ensuring purchase orders are scheduled for timely inbound receipt, carriers are dispatched on time, and orders are accurately sorted and delivered according to the selected shipping method.
Develop policies to increase supply-chain efficiency while ensuring quality and safety.
Monitor and analyze operational performance metrics, ensure KPIs are achieved, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Manage operational risks and uphold service quality, including reducing or preventing human error.
Develop and oversee the operational budget, allocating resources efficiently to reduce costs and improve service.
Build and maintain relationships with 3PL providers and internal stakeholders to support communication and collaboration across shipping functions.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k) retirement plan with company match that vests fully on day one.
Paid parental leave after three months of employment.
Paid time off including vacation, personal time, sick time, floating holidays, and company holidays.
Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
Life and AD&D insurance.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
Legal assistance.
Supplemental pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance plans.
Commuter benefits.
Well-being initiatives.
Peer-to-peer recognition programs.