Associate Director, Logistics; Radioconjugates

Associate Director, Logistics

Note: This role is 5 days per week onsite.

As the Associate Director, Logistics reporting to the Director, External Manufacturing you will lead and manage global logistics operations for the safe, compliant, and efficient movement of radioactive materials and related pharmaceutical products. You will leverage your expertise in importer of record (IOR) and third-party logistics (3PL) management, ensuring supply chain excellence and regulatory compliance in support of AstraZeneca’s radio conjugate clinical supply portfolio.

• Support end-to-end logistics activities for clinical and commercial shipments of radioactive materials, ensuring adherence to global, regional, and local regulatory requirements.
• Develop IOR strategies: establish and maintain robust importer of record processes for seamless international movement and customs clearance of highly regulated pharmaceuticals and radioactive materials.
• Manage 3PL relationships: select, qualify, and manage third-party logistics suppliers, supporting continuous improvement and ensuring optimal service level, performance, and compliance.
• Ensure regulatory compliance: maintain in-depth knowledge of transport regulations (IATA, ICAO, DOT, EURATOM, etc.) specific to radioactive and hazardous materials, applying that expertise to mitigate risks and guide cross-functional teams.
• Support the team with ensuring all logistics documentation, permits, and compliance records are accurate and fit for regulatory and audit scrutiny.
• Lead incident response: investigate and resolve logistics incidents related to radioactive materials, ensuring corrective and preventive actions are identified and implemented.

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, life sciences, engineering, or a related field.
• Substantial experience (typically 5+ years) in pharmaceutical or life sciences logistics, including direct handling of radioactive/hazardous materials.
• Expertise in IOR processes, global import/export regulations, and cross-border logistics for class 7 regulated products.
• Demonstrated experience managing, contracting with, and optimizing 3PL partners for pharmaceutical shipments.
• Strong knowledge and hands-on application of international transportation regulatory frameworks (IATA, ICAO, DOT, EURATOM, etc.).
• Thorough understanding of HS/HTS classification, customs valuation methods, rules of origin, FTA administration, and indirect tax basics (VAT/GST/excise).
• Excellent problem-solving, project management, and cross-functional communication skills.
• Commitment to fostering a culture of safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.

• Dangerous goods certification (e.g., IATA/ICAO certified).
• Experience supporting radiopharmaceutical clinical trial supply chains.

Annual base salary ranges from $ to $.

Permanent positions include an annual Variable Pay Bonus/Short-Term Incentive opportunity, eligibility to participate in equity-based long-term incentive program (if applicable), a competitive Flex Benefits & Retirement Savings Program, four weeks’ paid vacation, and annual personal days. Fixed-term contracts (excluding students) are offered a Contract Benefits Program.

AstraZeneca is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion and to providing a workplace free from discrimination. AstraZeneca is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities. Accommodation is available on request throughout the recruitment, assessment, and selection process and can be requested by emailing AZCH