GMP Shipping Lead: Cold-Chain & Compliance

Compass Group USA; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 78,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance/AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Paid Parental Leave

Personal Leave

Job summary

Compass Group USA is seeking a GMP Shipping Lead in Gaithersburg, MD to coordinate compliant shipping/receiving in a biotech/pharma setting. You will handle cold-chain logistics, documentation, ERP transactions, and audit readiness, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of GMP materials.

The role requires 2–3 years in regulated logistics, familiarity with GMP processes, and strong attention to detail with excellent communication skills. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Two to three years of experience in biotechnology, pharmaceutical, clinical-supply, or regulated-industry logistics.
• Experience with GMP shipping and receiving and Good Documentation Practices.
• Knowledge of cold-chain logistics, temperature-controlled packaging, and temperature-monitoring devices.
• Familiarity with import and export processes and related documentation requirements.
• Experience using SAP or another ERP system for shipping, receiving, inventory, or material transactions.
• Understanding of quality-system processes, including deviations, CAPAs, and change control.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate GMP shipping and receiving activities to meet timelines and compliance.
• Manage shipment requirements, dates, delivery schedules, and updates with stakeholders.
• Support movement of GMP materials while preserving integrity and security.
• Complete pack-outs, shipping checklists, and packaging per SOPs and diagrams.
• Lead or support receiving activities, including material inspection and ERP postings.
• Monitor the GMP shipping email group and respond to inquiries.
• Coordinate cold-chain shipments with appropriate packaging and monitoring devices.
• Coordinate with import/export teams for compliant shipping documents.

Skills

Biotech/pharma logistics

GMP shipping/receiving

Cold-chain logistics

Import/Export docs

SAP/ERP

Quality systems

Attention to detail

Communication

Tools

SAP

Job description

Compass Group USA is seeking a GMP Shipping Lead in Gaithersburg, MD to coordinate compliant shipping/receiving in a biotech/pharma setting. You will handle cold-chain logistics, documentation, ERP transactions, and audit readiness, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of GMP materials.

The role requires 2–3 years in regulated logistics, familiarity with GMP processes, and strong attention to detail with excellent communication skills. Competitive salary and benefits offered.