Spclst, Logistics

Shipping Team Member

Shipping carries out internal and external temperature-controlled shipments of Critical Raw Materials (CRM) and BCRs under cGMP conditions to internal and external customers. This includes thorough understanding of import / export rules and regulations.

Key Activities

Maintains and manages inventory of BCRs and CRMs

Prepares primary packaging

Prepares compliant shipping documentation

Delivers materials to customers on site

Arranges pick-ups by external shipping partners for customers off site

Compiles and archives all relevant documentation (e.g. Temptale data) for future reference

Communicates with internal and external customers, e.g. regarding lead times and pick-up dates

Cooperates with external shipping partners and acts as a representative of the Shipping team

Participates in CTU Maintenance as needed

Cooperates with customs and interacts with logistic experts in order to improve the shipping process

Actively participates in tier 1

Maintains metrics to show shipping on-time in-full delivery (OTIF) and customer service level (CSL)

Handles deviations (observations, incidents, and investigations) in an appropriate and timely manner

Contributes to / leads root cause investigations

Defines and executes appropriate CAPAs

Signals problems / opportunities within the business

Participates in and / or leads projects to continuously improve processes

Uses MPS tools to drive continuous improvement

Submits data changes for pipeline materials in appropriate system(s)

Demonstrates personal commitment with respect to working safely, healthy and environmentally friendly

Authors Management of Change (MOC) for new materials coming to site

Educational Background & Experience

At a minimum, Bachelors Degree in a related field and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in the pharmaceutical industry and cGMP.

Skills & Competencies

Strong knowledge in cGMP and compliance guidelines

Continuous Learning Attitude and preferable Lean Six Sigma / Continuous Improvement mindset

Computer literacy knowledge (e.g. MS Office, GLIMS)

Strong focus on clients and end-user

Ability to work under minimum supervision

Team work oriented

Flawless Integrity Mindset

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, oral and written

Required Skills

Accountability, Client Management, Clinical Supply Chain Management, Communication, Compliance Policies, Computer Literacy, Customer Communications, Data Analysis, Data Management, Driving Continuous Improvement, Foreign Trade, Good Distribution Practice (GDP), Interpersonal Relationships, Inventory Management, Logistics, Network Optimization, Packaging Processes, Pharmaceutical Management, Process Improvements, Procurement, Production Operations, Production Planning, Quality Management, Shipping Document Preparation

Preferred Skills

Not specified

Company Commitment

Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit : EEOC Know Your Rights EEOC GINA Supplement

Hybrid Work Model

Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid work consisting of three total days on-site per week, Monday - Thursday, although the specific days may vary by site or organization, with Friday designated as a remote-working day, unless business critical tasks require an on-site presence. This Hybrid work model does not apply to, and daily in-person attendance is required for, field-based positions; facility-based, manufacturing-based, or research-based positions where the work to be performed is located at a Company site; positions covered by a collective-bargaining agreement (unless the agreement provides for hybrid work); or any other position for which the Company has determined the job requirements cannot be reasonably met working remotely. Please note, this Hybrid work model guidance also does not apply to roles that have been designated as "remote".

Salary and Benefits

The salary range for this role is $77,700.00 - $122,300.00. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs. The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at https : / / jobs.merck.com / us / en / compensation-and-benefits .