Global Cold Chain Pharma Logistics Lead (Onsite)

Intuitive; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 139,400 - 200,600; Full time

Job summary

Intuitive is seeking a Cold Chain Pharmacy Distribution Engineer in Sunnyvale to lead logistics for new pharmaceutical product introductions, define end-to-end processes for inventory, order flow and distribution, and ensure compliance with cold chain standards.

You will partner with the Fluorescence Imaging organization and the Global Logistics team to manage 3PLs, distributors and wholesalers, develop and monitor project plans, and drive cross-functional improvements toward critical KPIs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of operations process experience in the pharmaceutical distribution industry.
• Fluent English language skills (verbal and written).
• Bachelor’s degree in business, logistics, or engineering; Lean Six Sigma Green Belt preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead logistics workstream for new pharmaceutical product introductions, including establishing the logistics network (3PL, distributors, wholesalers).
• Define end-to-end processes including inventory management, order flow, EDI/IT systems.
• Execute Fluorescence Imaging and Global Logistics projects within budget, timeline, and scope.
• Create process flow maps to illustrate options for teams and leaders.
• Manage day-to-day relationships with 3PL providers, distributors, and wholesalers.
• Develop and maintain project management infrastructure (Smartsheet, Box, etc.).
• Identify and schedule project deliverables, milestones, and activities.
• Lead staffing for project activities and coordinate recruitment as needed.
• Develop and execute logistics launch plans with timelines, risks, and mitigations.
• Ensure project goals align with business objectives and KPIs.
• Direct and coordinate project personnel to stay on scope and schedule.
• Present updates and recommendations to sponsors and stakeholders.

Skills

Operations experience

Pharmaceutical distribution

Independent work

Prioritization

Communication

English fluency

Travel readiness

Cross-functional leadership

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, logistics, or engineering

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt

Tools

SAP

Lucidchart

Box

Zoom

Microsoft Visio

PowerPoint

Project

Excel

Job description

Intuitive is seeking a Cold Chain Pharmacy Distribution Engineer in Sunnyvale to lead logistics for new pharmaceutical product introductions, define end-to-end processes for inventory, order flow and distribution, and ensure compliance with cold chain standards.

You will partner with the Fluorescence Imaging organization and the Global Logistics team to manage 3PLs, distributors and wholesalers, develop and monitor project plans, and drive cross-functional improvements toward critical KPIs.