The Logistics Specialist will perform materials management activities including warehouse operations, inventory management, transporting material, shipping/receiving, cycle counting for the logistics department.
What you'll do:
Ensure that the warehouse and shipping areas are operated in a safe, cGMP manner at all times.
Plan and Oversee daily area operations and ensure smooth workflow in terms of receipt, storage and shipment.
Assist in the review of logistics SOP’s and create new ones as needed. Including Risk Assessment as required.
Generation and/or approval of relevant change requests and deviations.
Ensure that all inventory discrepancies are investigated and resolved in a timely manner.
Support QA, customer and regulatory audits (internal and external).
Streamline area processes and work flows to increase area efficiency.
Act as SCM Logistics representative for any project based implementations.
Interact and maintain a good working relationship with other Lonza teams.
Assign area task and duties to appropriate personnel.
Ensure area personnel have adequate training in relation to their position.
Monitor area paperwork for accuracy and compliance.
Identify gaps in processes and procedures.
Ensure all outstanding paperwork is resolved in a timely manner. (Deviations, Work orders).
Participate in selection process and regular review with Suppliers, Contractor, Logistics Service provider to ensure a portfolio analysis in place and to identify potential risk and opportunities.
Perform internal audits within area of responsibilities.
Represent area in the absence of direct Supervisor/Manager.
Ensure adherence to Departmental SOP’s and Company Policy including Data Integrity.
What we're looking for:
Diploma in Supply Chain/Material Management or any relevant discipline.
Working experience in directly related field of similar technology level (i.e. Inventory management systems / Quality systems) or GMP related background involving API’s.
Good knowledge of warehouse operations and procedures.
Familiar with SAP - WM module.
Advanced understanding of computer systems (i.e. Outlook, Word, Excel).
Knowledge in Dangerous Goods regulation / IATA / Tradenet.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to operate forklift / Reach Truck and other warehouse equipment.
About Lonza
At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength.
With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.
Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into
viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.
Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.
