Logistics & Cold Chain Specialist II

RoslinCT US; Hopkinton (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Educational assistance

401(k) program

Job summary

RoslinCT in Hopkinton, MA is seeking a Logistics & Cold Chain Specialist to coordinate cryogenic logistics, support GMP warehousing, and ensure product integrity through proper transfer, packaging, labeling, and temperature control.

You will manage cryogenic inventory and donor material receipts, verify COC/COI, lead product pack-out and shipments, and collaborate with QA, QC, Manufacturing, and Facilities to resolve issues and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; college degree in Life Sciences or related field a plus.
• 5+ years of GMP warehouse, logistics, or supply chain operations experience.
• Hands-on cryogenic storage, material transfers, and cold-chain operations; cell/gene therapy experience required.
• Strong GMP/GDP, data integrity, chain of custody, and product traceability knowledge.
• Experience with donor material receipts, inventory reconciliations, and finished-product packing.
• Proficiency with ERP, inventory management, or warehouse management systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute cryogenic material and product transfers between storage locations and manufacturing areas.
• Lead and execute fresh/donor material receipts and perform COC/COI verifications for autologous products.
• Lead and execute cryogenic donor material receipts and perform COC/COI verifications.
• Lead and execute product pack-out and shipment activities with proper packaging, labeling, and temperature control.
• Review inventory, shipping, and logistics documentation for GMP/GDP compliance.
• Support deviations, CAPAs, change controls, and SOP revisions related to logistics.
• Coordinate with QA, QC, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Facilities, and Logistics to resolve issues.
• Ensure safe, compliant, and efficient cryogenic and cold-chain operations.
• Identify and resolve equipment, storage, and operational issues with other teams.

Skills

Highly organized

Strong written and verbal comms

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

GMP Cold chain experience

Effective problem-solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

College degree in Life Sciences or related field a plus

Tools

ERP systems

Inventory management software

Job description

WHO WE ARE

RoslinCT is a world-leading cell and gene therapy contract development and manufacturing organization creating cutting-edge therapies that change people’s lives. Collaborative, dedicated, and talented people are the backbone of our culture, working both autonomously and in driven teams to make life-changing products utilizing ground‑breaking science.

THE ROSLINCT WAY

Here at RoslinCT, our team can contribute to the development of revolutionary treatments. We live every day by our core values: Partner Focus, One Team, Personal Growth, Integrity, Innovation, and Trust and Respect. We put our employees at the forefront by providing a flexible and empowering work environment, an attractive benefits package, and an emphasis on work‑life balance. Our people are the key to our success. At RoslinCT we focus on developing our corporate culture, people’s development, growth, and the ability to impact patients.

ACCELERATING YOUR FUTURE

The Logistics & Cold Chain Specialist is responsible for executing and coordinating cryogenic logistics and supporting GMP warehousing and materials management operations, including inventory management, Fresh LP receiving, Cryogenic donor material receiving, product transfers, and finished product pack-out and shipments. This role ensures product integrity, traceability, chain of custody, chain of identity (COC/COI) and GMP/GDP compliance while independently resolving operational issues and supporting continuous improvement. The Specialist serves as a key resource for cross-functional teams and provides guidance to Associates on logistics, cold-chain, and cryogenic operations.

How You Will Make an Impact:

• Manage cryogenic inventory, including inventory transactions, location tracking, container identification, reconciliation, and product status management.

• Coordinate and execute cryogenic material and product transfers between storage locations, manufacturing areas, and controlled environments.

• Lead and execute fresh patient/donor material receipts and perform COC/COI verifications for autologous products.

• Lead and execute cryogenic donor material receipts and perform COC/COI verifications.

• Lead and execute product pack-out and shipment activities, ensuring appropriate packaging, labeling, documentation, temperature control, and COC/COI.

• Perform picklist for production staging that supports the production forecast.

• Support inventory reconciliation and cycle-count activities, investigate discrepancies, and coordinate resolution with Supply Chain, QA, QC, Manufacturing, and Logistics.

• Support GMP warehouse operations including receipt, inspection, identification, labeling, storage, picking, staging, and issuance of GMP materials and consumables as needed.

• Review inventory, shipping, and logistics documentation for accuracy, completeness, and GMP/GDP compliance.

• Support investigations, deviations, CAPAs, change controls, SOP revisions, and continuous improvement initiatives related to logistics and cold-chain operations.

• Partners with Facilities and other teams to identify and resolve equipment, storage, and operational issues.

• Serve as a knowledgeable resource for safe, compliant, and efficient cryogenic and cold-chain operations.

What You Will Bring:

• A highly organized work style that ensures timely execution of tasks.

• A mindset that ensures accurate results.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

• GMP Cold chain experience

• Effective problem-solving capabilities.

• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required. College degree in Life Sciences, Supply Chain, or related field a plus.

• 5+ years of experience in GMP warehouse, logistics, materials management, supply chain operations or pharmaceutical/biotech operations.

• Preferred CMO experience.

• Hands-on experience with cryogenic storage, material transfers, inventory management, and cold-chain operations; cell and gene therapy experience required.

• Strong working knowledge of GMP/GDP, data integrity, chain of custody, and product traceability requirements.

• Experience with GMP fresh and frozen donor material receipts, inventory reconciliation, finished-product pack-out, temperature-controlled shipping, and shipment documentation.

• Experience supporting deviations, CAPAs, change controls, investigations, SOPs, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Proficiency with ERP, inventory management, warehouse management, or other electronic systems used to maintain controlled records.

• Ability to independently identify, investigate, and resolve inventory, documentation, equipment, and operational issues.

• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills with QA, QC, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Facilities, and Logistics.

• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and safety-focused with strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Flexibility and willingness to adjust working hours or shifts to meet evolving business needs.

Final compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including education, experience, technical expertise, specialized skill sets, market demand, internal equity, and business needs.

At RoslinCT, we offer more than just competitive pay. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package is designed to support your health, financial well‑being, and professional development throughout your career. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, educational assistance, a 401(k) program, and a variety of additional resources to help you thrive both personally and professionally.

OUR COMMITMENT

All RoslinCT employees embrace the principles of our culture and values and are deeply committed to fostering an environment where diversity and inclusion are not only valued but prioritized. We believe a diverse and inclusive community empowers us to act courageously, care deeply, and dream boldly to impact people in big ways.

RoslinCT is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, we seek to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics.