Associate Director, Project Manager (Logistics)

AstraZeneca; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biopharmaceutical company is seeking an Associate Director, Project Manager in Logistics to lead transformative regional and global logistics projects. This role involves overseeing initiatives from inception to implementation, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget. The ideal candidate will have experience in Distribution or Logistics, a strong organizational background, and the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for impactful contributions.

Qualifications

• Experience within Distribution or Logistics.
• Proven ability to manage and work with cross‑functional teams.
• Experience of working in GDP and GMP environments.

Responsibilities

• Deliver regional and global logistics projects on time and within budget.
• Lead the creation of project plans and coordinate with sponsors.
• Manage relationships with key stakeholders.

Skills

Strong Communication skills

Strong organisational skills

Strong experience in managing key projects

Good stakeholder management

Proven ability to plan and execute multiple projects

Education

Business degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Job Title: Associate Director, Project Manager (Logistics)

Are you ready to lead transformative logistics projects that span regional and global scales? As an Associate Director, Project Manager in Logistics, you'll spearhead initiatives from inception to implementation, ensuring seamless handover to business‑as‑usual teams. With a focus on time, budget, and quality, you'll drive projects that make a real difference.

This position reports to the Regional Head of Logistics and you will be a key member of the Logistics Regional Leadership Team.

Accountabilities

• Deliver regional and global logistics projects and programs on time, within budget, and aligned with agreed business benefits.
• Lead the creation of project plans, coordinating with sponsors to define activities, resources, costs, roles, responsibilities, and quality assurance.
• Adapt project work plans to meet evolving needs and requirements.
• Communicate project impacts and changes effectively to the business.
• Build and lead project teams, clearly defining roles and responsibilities while maintaining complete and current documentation.
• Develop improvement plans to identify and manage project risks effectively.
• Resolve quality and compliance risks, escalating issues when necessary.
• Manage relationships with key stakeholders to capture business requirements and align them with project objectives.

Essential Skills/Experience

• Business degree or equivalent experience
• Experience within Distribution or Logistics
• Strong experience in managing key projects and programmes of work
• Strong organisational and interpersonal skills
• Strong Communication skills
• Proven ability to manage and work with cross‑functional teams
• Proven ability to plan and execute multiple projects and tasks concurrently
• Good stakeholder management capabilities
• Good business acumen and strong analytical skills
• Experience of working in GDP and GMP environments

Desirable Skills/Experience

• Knowledge and understanding of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs)
• Project Management Certification
• Experience with commercialization and launch of new products

Ready to make a difference? Apply now to join our dynamic team!

Date Posted

09-Dec-2025

Closing Date

23-Dec-2025

We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form.