Logistics Manager

ACROBiosystems is a worldwide leader in developing and manufacturing recombinant proteins and critical reagents/assays to support drug development and clinical applications from target discovery and validation, candidate drug screening and optimization, CMC development, preclinical and clinical studies, commercial production, and companion diagnostics. We are committed to excellence in providing quality products and services and accelerating the process of therapeutic development.

Our mission is to accelerate the process of target therapeutic drug development. We aim to be a cornerstone company in the life science and healthcare industry. We value the fast growth in a global market over a challenging time by excelling through quality, performance, and innovation, empowering our employees with trust, value, and respect, embracing diversity, and encouraging cross-functional collaboration and continuous learning.

Job Summary

The Logistics Manager will play a crucial role in achieving our company goals and meeting customer needs by supervising and overseeing our supply chain operations.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Oversee the US Logistics Team:
  • Collaborate with Supply Chain Management, Sales, Customer Service, Quality, and other departments to meet customer needs.
  • Utilize Warehouse Management System (WMS) and SAP for daily order processing and inventory management.
  • Prioritize tasks to fulfill sales orders, ensuring timely shipping and maintaining inventory levels.
  • Prepare shipping documents and package items for shipment.
  • Ensure safe and timely pick-up and delivery of shipments.
  • Arrange same-day deliveries within established guidelines.
  • Maintain logs and records of warehouse stock and executed orders.
  • Organize and manage inventory, storage, and transportation.
  • Maintain a clean and safe work area, updating supplies as needed.
  • Ensure ancillary supplies are sufficiently replenished.
  • Communicate with freight forwarders on shipment status
  • Work with FDA, CBP on import/export requirements
• Set and Achieve Goals:
  • Establish long-term objectives, short-term goals, and lead measures to align with the organizational plan.
  • Identify gaps and lead key projects to address them.
  • Lead process improvement initiatives (Kaizen, PPI, Cross-border projects).
• Coordinate Import/Export Operations:
  • Interact with colleagues in Asia, regulatory agencies (CBP, FDA, USDA), carriers, and freight forwarders.
  • Apply for import/export permits and commodity classification as necessary.
  • Participate in after-hours communications with colleagues in Asia.
• Team Leadership:
  • Coach employees to achieve personal and team success, and conduct performance evaluations.
  • Participate in the hiring process for the logistics team.
  • Evaluate and present performance data to executive leadership.
  • Manage the warehouse facility by coordinating with property management and vendors.

Minimum Qualifications – Education and Experience

• B.S. in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business Analytics, or a related field.
• 2 years of experience in supply chain in biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry.

Preferred Qualifications – Education and Experience

• Experience with international shipments is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Self-starter with the ability to work independently.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and managing time effectively.
• Results-oriented with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated efficiency and time management skills.
• Proficient computer skills.

Salary Range

• $85,000 to $100,000 plus bonus.

Location

• Newark, Delaware (Onsite)