Logistics Manager

Kelly; Cork; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Cork is seeking a Logistics Manager to oversee day-to-day operational logistics planning. The successful candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in supply chain management and demonstrated leadership skills. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with regulations and managing relationships with partners. This role is critical to supporting the efficient movement of lifesaving therapies.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in supply chain management or logistics.
• Strong leadership and communication capabilities.
• Experience in cold chain logistics is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day logistics planning and execution.
• Ensure compliance with cold chain and regulatory requirements.
• Establish relationships with internal and external partners.

Skills

Cross functional leadership

Excellent communication skills

Strong problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Lean Six Sigma Certification

Tools

SAP

Logistics software

Job description

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Accountable for the day-day operational Logistics planning.
• Further development of internal and external relationships through effective communication.
• Ownership and accountability for the day-to-day planning, execution activities and
• order-to-cash activities.
• Co-ordinate with the Global Supply Chain Planners and External Operations Teams for temperature-controlled shipping and delivery between contract manufacturing operations, packaging sites, distribution centers and customers
• Establish standardized material movement practices and protocols.
• Establish and maintain transparent transport planning schedule with proactive tracking of deliveries.
• Work with Global Trade Compliance to maintain appropriate documentation to support accurate reporting to government customs agencies
• Works on assignments that are complex in nature where considerable judgment and initiative are required in resolving problems and making recommendations.
• Support the creation and implementation of best practices and fit-for-purpose work instructions (WIs), risk assessments (RAs), and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives reflecting evolving business development and general projects.
• Implement strategies to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Build and develop relationships with key internal and external partners to support the compliant and efficient movement of Client material.
• Ensure compliance with cold chain and GDP requirements.
• Complete QMS records for deviations and change controls related to activities at external partners.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Execute transactions within the appropriate ERP for timely inventory and financial recognition
• Will support projects as required.
• Other duties as assigned

SCOPE

This role is responsible for supporting the efficient movement and storage of lifesaving therapies in compliance with applicable regulations. Decisions made in this role are of critical nature in mitigating risks for the business while ensuring Client’s commercial products are delivered to patients in a timely and compliant manner.

The candidate should demonstrate the following attributes:

• A firm commitment to Client’s cultural beliefs and values
• Consistent track record of exceeding objectives within area of influence
• Ability to achieve results through others without direct reporting lines
• Strong problem-solving skills with a global focus both internally and externally
• Possess a high level of accountability and demonstrate an ability to be a change agent in a highly regulated industry
• Flexibility and ability to deal with changing priorities without losing sight of the overall business
• Strong interpersonal, communication and influencing skills working with all levels and within an environment of constant change
• Proactive and energetic outlook with an unwillingness to accept the status quo
• Interaction and collaboration with team members, peers and senior management
• Ability to work independently with strong time management skills

EDUCATION

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• In lieu of above, other undergraduate degree plus continuing education in the logistics or extended supply chain management field required
• Lean Six Sigma Certification preferred, yellow belt certification highly desired.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in supply chain management, logistics, or warehousing.
• Strong cross functional leadership skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, proficiency in logistics software and systems, and a solid understanding of logistics and supply chain principles.
• Detail-oriented, analytical thinker, problem-solver, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Cold Chain experience highly desirable
• Proven ability to lead change initiatives and drive improvements within and across functions which enable compliance and mitigate risk
• Ability to effectively work autonomously and independently
• Experience in SAP

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee may frequently be required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.Specific vision abilities by this job include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.