Logistics Supervisor

Logistics Supervisor

The Logistics Supervisor will be responsible for leading a team of specialists focused on shipping, materials management, and warehouse operations. The Supervisor will ensure all aspects of the Logistics department operate successfully. Additionally, the Logistics Supervisor may be involved in supporting procurement and production planning. The Logistics Supervisor will be expected to maintain a constant attention to detail, an eye for quality, and look for ways to improve the Logistics systems and drive the culture of the team in a positive direction.

Duties and responsibilities include:

• Supervise Logistics team to ensure daily tasks are completed successfully and the production and shipping schedules are maintained.
• Hire, coach, develop, and train staff while ensuring a culture of safety and quality.
• Perform Logistics tasks (shipping, material management, and warehouse management) on a global scale.
• Learn procurement and materials planning functions and assist in these activities if needed.
• Maintain accurate inventory in the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.
• Oversee shipping and receiving at the Pack Gene Houston site, ensuring packages are received/delivered on time.
• Communicate with shipping carriers and customs agents regarding documentation needs and shipping delays.
• Maintain and improve warehouse area organization.
• Author/Revise Logistics documents including Policies, SOPs, OJTs, and WIs.
• Support and drive improvements in area and process.
• Write deviations & perform deviation investigations.
• Own, and drive to completion, change controls and CAPAs.
• Collaborate closely with other team members such as QC, QA, PAD, MFG, Finance, and external/internal stakeholders.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Maintain high level of accountability, integrity, teamwork, and communication.
• Build strong & cohesive working relationships with colleagues across the company to accomplish company goals.

Skills and qualifications include:

• H.S. required, A.S. preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in a cGMP environment (biologics manufacturing or logistics experience preferred).
• Prior experience working in a GMP warehouse is required.
• Basic understanding of material planning, procurement, and shipping activities.
• Experience with ERP system implementation is a plus.
• Experience with GMP facility startup and hands on biotech manufacturing are a plus.
• Proficient in MS Office suite.
• Basic understanding of Lean Six Sigma and 6S.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excited to learn new things and passionate about helping others.
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining professionalism.
• Ability to analyze, identify and solve problems proactively.

Working conditions include:

• Office and Warehouse

Physical requirements include:

• Crouching
• Hearing
• Kneeling
• Lifting
• Pulling
• Pushing
• Reaching
• Repetitive motions
• Sitting
• Standing
• Stooping
• Talking
• Walking
• Close visual acuity

Direct reports:

Logistics Specialist