Global Transportation Operations Specialist

Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited; Lexington (MA); Hybride; USD 72 000 - 113 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited in Lexington, MA is seeking a Transportation Operations Coordinator to coordinate transportation and import/export activities across Takeda sites, CMOs, and distribution centers. You will ensure end-to-end visibility, optimize routes, and support product launches while maintaining GDP and quality standards.

The role requires collaboration with LLPs, LSPs, and internal teams, strong SAP experience (LES/MM/SD/GTS), and proficiency in data analysis to drive

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of relevant experience in logistics management is required.
• Good understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes, including transportation, logistics, and distribution, is required.
• Knowledge of GDP and maintaining product quality and shipment integrity is required.
• Experience with SAP LES, SAP MM, and SAP SD is required.
• Familiarity with SAP GTS, BI tools, and transportation or customs systems is preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including evaluating data and identifying improvements, are required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to work with stakeholders across levels and countries are required.
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing sites, LOCs, Global Quality, Procurement, Finance, IT, Legal, and external partners is required.
• Fluency in English, both written and verbal, is required.
• Interest in transportation optimization, supply chain excellence, and sustainability initiatives is preferred.

Responsabilités

• Execute transportation and import/export activities for commercial and non-commercial goods across Takeda sites, CMOs, and distribution centers.
• Coordinate shipment execution with LLPs, LSPs, brokers, and Takeda systems to maintain end-to-end visibility.
• Evaluate transportation modes and routes using tools like RISE per established guidelines.
• Participate in S&OE and OpU meetings to monitor KPIs and report shipment risks.
• Monitor inbound US shipments and exports to regional distribution centers and distributors.
• Support product launches and strategic initiatives to optimize transportation costs and service levels.
• Resolve LLP IDoc/interface issues and coordinate SAP master data accuracy.
• Manage transportation deviations and CAPA investigations with QA and GDP teams.
• Oversee shipments to maintain required product temperatures during transit.
• Contribute to audits and ensure GDP, quality and documentation compliance.
• Process freight invoices, bid costs, and related financial controls (SOX).

Connaissances

Logistics coordination

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

English fluency

Communication

Problem-solving

Process improvement

Supply chain knowledge

Outils

SAP LES

SAP MM

SAP SD

SAP GTS

RISE

BI tools

Description du poste

Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited in Lexington, MA is seeking a Transportation Operations Coordinator to coordinate transportation and import/export activities across Takeda sites, CMOs, and distribution centers. You will ensure end-to-end visibility, optimize routes, and support product launches while maintaining GDP and quality standards.

The role requires collaboration with LLPs, LSPs, and internal teams, strong SAP experience (LES/MM/SD/GTS), and proficiency in data analysis to drive