Specialist II, Transportation

AbbVie•North Chicago, IL

6d•$65,500 - $125,500

About The Position

The Specialist II, Transportation is responsible for optimizing the movement of materials across the AbbVie global network. This role ensures the efficient, compliant, and timely transportation of GMP and non-GMP materials across internal sites, contract manufacturers, contract testing laboratories, and external logistics partners. The position partners closely with Supply Chain, Quality, Manufacturing, Global Trade Compliance, and other stakeholders to support network performance, maintain service continuity, and enable business objectives through reliable transportation execution and process improvement. In addition, the role contributes to strengthening operational discipline, driving continuous improvement, and supporting strategic supply chain initiatives that enhance efficiency, compliance, and overall business value.

Requirements

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight timelines
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Interpersonal, organizational, quick-thinking skills
Experience with MS Office suite
Must be able to work collaboratively with staff
Knowledge of cGDP guidance and regulations for the transport of biological materials and hazardous goods
At least 3 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, preferably in a role with transportation or logistics responsibilities.
Bachelors degree in supply chain, operations management or other related scientific or pharmaceutical industry-related field

Responsibilities

Daily contact with one or multiple (internal/external) supplying plants to coordinate the daily operations for movement of antibodies, intermediates, drug substance/product and packed finished goods shipments across the AbbVie network (including 3rd party warehousing locations).
Support the manufacturing needs of the network with regards to logistics movements.
Partner with the AbbVie Global Trade Compliance (GTC) team on the import/export of all materials shipped internationally.
Schedule pick up and delivery, and shipment tracking of various materials in the lifecycle of the manufacturing process.
Manage stakeholder relationships and expectations, including but not limited to partnering closely with CMO’s, internal CMC stakeholders, and other stakeholders on the scheduling requirements for the timely movement of all materials.
Ensure GXP compliance during transferal logistics movements, and ensure all records (both paper and electronic records) are stored and retained per quality system requirements.
Manage the review and approval of GXP controlled documents for shipments
Ensure setup and retrieval of all temperature data for cold chain shipments and share with appropriate internal staff, as per SOP’s.
Review inventory transactions for accuracy and advise or escalate upon identification of issues impacting the logistics processes or timing.
Complete tasks in compliance with regulatory requirements including Federal Drug Administration (FDA), DOT, USDA, ISO, Certified Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA), and other Quality Management System (QMS) requirements.
Support continuous improvement initiatives within the Supply Chain department and contribute ideas to improve logistics performance and efficiency.
Other duties as assigned.