Global Trade Operations & Logistics Analyst

Davita Inc.; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Durham, North Carolina, is seeking a Global Trade Operations and Logistics Analyst. This role involves coordinating trade compliance and supply chain operations to ensure efficient movement of shipments, contributing directly to patient-focused outcomes. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree, relevant experience, and strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in Pharmaceutical Logistics, preferred.
• Functional understanding of international trade compliance laws.
• Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the company's trade compliance and warehousing operations.
• Ensure timely and compliant processing of shipments.
• Assist in development and implementation of KPIs for import/export activities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain/Logistics, or Life Sciences

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

ERP/MRP systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP)

Job description

Description

COMPANY:

At BioCryst, we share a deep commitment to improving the lives of people living with complement-mediated and other rare diseases. For over three decades we've been guided by our passion for not settling for "ordinary" in our quest to develop novel medicines. We leverage our expertise in structure-guided drug design to develop first-in-class or best-in-class oral small-molecule and protein therapeutics, led by the efforts of our team of expert scientists in our Discovery Center of Excellence in Birmingham, Alabama. Our global headquarters is in Durham, North Carolina, our European headquarters is in Dublin, Ireland and our employees span the globe across sites in multiple countries. We are proud of our culture of engagement and accountability that rewards people for innovative thinking and achievement of key objectives. For more information, please visit our website at www.biocryst.com or follow uson LinkedIn and Instagram.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Global Trade Operations and Logistics Analyst is responsible for coordination of BioCryst day-today trade compliance, transportation, warehousing operations to ensure efficient movement of domestic and international shipments. This position will work with all areas of the company including R&D, CMC, Clinical and Commercial Supply Chain.

The individual should bring excellent customer service, desire to learn, strong attention to detail and work collaboratively to make hope a reality for patients suffering from rare and orphan diseases. #LI-Remote

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Partner with Logistics, CMC, Supply Chain, Finance, Legal, Quality, Regulatory, R&D and CMO's as necessary to ensure all movements of goods are processed in timely, compliant and cost-effective manner.


• Accurately complete documentation and fulfill related functions necessary to process BioCryst's import and export shipments, in accordance with BioCryst's Import Export Compliance policy, procedures, US and foreign trade regulations.


• Review customs entry documents customhouse brokers file on BioCryst's behalf to ensure timely filing and the accurate declaration of data to US Customs and Border Protection, Canada's Border Services Agency and other customs agencies in countries, where BioCryst acts as an Importer of Record (IOR).


• Maintain accurate and complete records of all BioCryst's import and export transactions.


• Coordinate special project development and implementation across multiple departments using standard Project Management tools.


• Assist in the development of effective KPI measurable indicators for all aspects of import / export / transportation / warehousing operational activities such as volume, type of entries, duties, transportation and warehousing costs, and other available metrics; generate internal or external reports, as required.


• Partner with Legal, Procurement and Quality teams to ensure all transportation and warehouse providers have Contracts and Annual Quality Audits in place to maintain Qualified Vendor status.


• Manage GMP warehouse contracts and interface with CMC, Commercial Supply Chain and other business functions who use warehouse space.


• Communicate effectively with internal and external business partners to achieve company objectives; professionally communicate critical, time-sensitive information, exceptions and changes to affected parties.


• Support the assessment and implementation of best practices, technologies, and automation solutions to enhance operational efficiency and accuracy.


• Other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree, preferred in Business, Supply Chain/Logistics, or Life Sciences or an equivalent combination of education and experience.


• 2+ years of relevant experience in Pharmaceutical Logistics, Storage and Distribution of temperature-controlled/cold chain products, preferred.


• 2+ years of freight forwarding (LTL, TL, Parcel, Air Cargo and/or Ocean) experience, reviewing freight BOL's and invoice reconciliation/audits, preferred.


• Functional understanding and experience with international trade compliance laws and regulations including but not limited to, imports, exports, economic sanctions, Harmonization Tariff system (HTS), Country of Origin, Anti-boycott laws and Free Trade Agreements.


• Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.


• Demonstrated ability to be a team player and work effectively in cross functional team environment.


• Must have exceptional communication/presentation skills, self-motivated, exposure and/or knowledge of software programs including Microsoft Project, Power Point, MS Project, Interactive Response Technology (IRT), and Microsoft Office. Advanced skills with Microsoft Excel are preferred.


• Experience with Supply Chain ERP/MRP systems such as Oracle or SAP, preferred.


• BioCryst works with data, technology and materials that are subject to U.S. export laws and regulations. This position will require access to data, technology and source code that is controlled under U.S. export laws and regulations, including but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations at 22 C.F.R. Parts 120 - 130 and Export Administration Regulations in 15 C.F.R. Part 730 - 774, as may be amended. To conform to these laws and regulations, applicants must be U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents of the U.S., protected individuals as defined by 8 USC 1324(b)(a)(3) (i.e., asylees and refugees) or otherwise eligible for an export authorization from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.

The statements in this position description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The manager may assign additional responsibilities and assignments from time to time.

BioCryst is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to age, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, Veterans status, disability and/or other protected class characteristics. Additionally, BioCryst is committed to achieving its business objectives in compliance with all federal, state and local law.

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