Sr. Global Logistics Coordinator

Eisai•Cary, NC

2d•$29 - $38

About The Position

At Eisai, satisfying unmet medical needs and increasing the benefits healthcare provides to patients, their families, and caregivers is Eisai’s human health care (hhc) mission. We’re a growing pharmaceutical company that is breaking through in neurology and oncology, with a strong emphasis on research and development. Our history includes the development of many innovative medicines, notably the discovery of the world's most widely-used treatment for Alzheimer’s disease. As we continue to expand, we are seeking highly-motivated individuals who want to work in a fast-paced environment and make a difference. If this is your profile, we want to hear from you. This position is responsible for US Imports, Exports, and governmental agency compliance, including US Customs, FDA, USDA, DEA, CDC, and Fish and Wildlife. Job Summary: The Sr. Global Logistics Coordinator will provide communication and routing instructions to Eisai’s global contract manufacturing organization (CMO) partners for product imports to Eisai designated distribution locations. The role will provide communication and routing instructions to Eisai’s CMOs for products manufactured within the US and the international community to Eisai designated distribution locations as well as provide shipping documentation, carrier selection, and receipt confirmation to Supply Managers. This position is responsible for all documentation, communication and ERP system transactions associated with domestic and international transportation management of various Eisai products. These transactions follow all physical and complaint product movements to ensure accurate product traceability. This position will work with US regulations for importing / exporting. Understanding at an in-depth level various forms (7501 and DEA Forms 161, 236, 357 and 453), USDA guidelines for importing pharma materials, and permits (CITIES, F and W) as well as a working knowledge of the export Automated Export System (AES) will be necessary. Other responsibilities include but are not limited to freight forwarding selection, customs brokerage clearance, communication with forwarding companies throughout the shipping process, carrier selection from port to Distribution Center, advanced shipping notification communication (ASN) and receipt confirmation to Supply Managers.

Requirements

Associates or undergraduate degree in Logistics preferred; In lieu of degree, 10+ years of relevant experience.
5+ years’ experience in global logistics and trade compliance required
5+ years’ experience in pharmaceutical industry highly preferred
Excellent written and oral communication skills are required
Import/export certification training
Hazardous shipping experience; certification a plus
SAP warehouse management module proficiency
FDA, USDA, CBP regulations and compliance proficiency
Basic understanding of VAT rules and EU regulations
Must have detailed knowledge and experience with Incoterms, harmonized tariff codes, US Customs import/export regulations, FDA product codes, and US Customs’ recordkeeping requirements
The ability to work cross functionally with internal and external business partners
Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize multiple activities, and manage competing deadlines.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in documentation, compliance, and system transactions.
Proven ability to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders, third-party logistics providers, contract manufacturing organizations, carriers, and other external business partners.

Nice To Haves

certification a plus

Responsibilities

Create commercial and pro forma invoices, USDA statement, pack slips, and domestic bills of lading as well as review incoming import documents for accuracy and compliance.
Review/revise SOPs, update routing guides and create/revise Work Instruction Documents (WID).
Ensure US Customs, FDA, USDA, and DEA compliance & timely inventory clearance for US imports/exports.
Ensure compliance with CTPAT rules and regulations.
Handle issues with hazardous shipping.
Oversight of domestic and international transportation management.
Provide daily monitoring and management of the Eisai SAP/ERP system to the distribution interface for Eisai 3PL. This includes monitoring of all receipts, inventory adjustments, shipments and returns. Ensure inventory balances are aligned by investigating and resolving discrepancies.
Accountable for documentation review and auditing retention.
Administration of Distribution License renewal.
Serve as backup in all functional areas in absence of the Logistics Supervisor.