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PR/612414_1790796995 About the job A leading biotechnology organization is seeking a Logistics Engineer to join its Global Distribution Packaging & Shipping Qualification team. This is a high-impact role responsible for supporting global cold chain and distribution packaging initiatives, ensuring temperature-controlled products are delivered safely, compliantly, and efficiently across a complex international supply chain. This opportunity offers exposure to innovative technologies, global operations, and cross-functional collaboration across logistics, quality, manufacturing, and supply chain teams.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead distribution and cold chain improvement projects focused on enhancing operational capabilities and implementing new technologies. Design, develop, test, and implement distribution packaging solutions supporting clinical and commercial products.
Develop shipping qualification strategies, protocols, and reports to support global product distribution requirements.
Manage external vendors, supplier relationships, and qualification activities to ensure performance and compliance.
Support temperature monitoring strategies, product launches, tech transfers, and shipping qualification programs.
Partner with Quality, Logistics, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain teams to drive successful project execution.
Lead testing, lane validation, and packaging qualification activities to ensure product integrity throughout distribution.
Support audits, regulatory inspections, investigations, CAPAs, and change control activities.
Provide technical guidance on cold chain best practices, transportation regulations, and distribution packaging standards.
Lead cross-functional meetings, communicate project updates, and mentor junior team members and contractors.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Packaging Science, Supply Chain, or a related technical discipline.5+ years of experience in logistics engineering, packaging engineering, cold chain operations, or supply chain management.
Strong knowledge of temperature-controlled logistics, transportation systems, and packaging qualification.
Experience working within regulated environments such as pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, or other GMP-regulated industries.
Knowledge of shipping qualification, distribution testing, ASTM/ISTA standards, and global supply chain regulations.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, project management, and technical writing skills. Experience managing suppliers and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders.
Ability to communicate effectively with both technical teams and senior leadership.
Lean Six Sigma certification or continuous improvement experience is a plus.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
Opportunity to play a critical role in supporting global distribution of life-changing products.
Exposure to cutting-edge cold chain technologies and packaging innovations.
Work within a highly visible, cross-functional environment with global reach.
Lead impactful projects that directly influence supply chain performance and product integrity.
Excellent opportunity for career growth within a world-class biotechnology organization.
Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits offering.
