Logistics Specialist

Sharp Services, LLC; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

Sharp Clinical Logistics in Bethlehem, PA is seeking a Logistics Specialist to establish and manage distribution protocols, coordinate receiving and returns, and serve as the primary client liaison. The role involves creating quotes, training staff, and documenting processes to drive efficiency and compliance in life sciences distribution.

You will work with Clinical Supply Project Managers to ensure smooth end-to-end distribution from quote to study completion, while maintaining cGMP and

Responsibilities

• Set deadlines, assign responsibilities, and monitor and summarize project progress.
• Prepare reports for management regarding project status.
• Act as the key contact between the client and Sharp Clinical Logistics for logistics-related functions, including project coordination, receiving, distribution, returns, and destruction.
• Interact with clients to develop distribution protocols.
• Review and establish quotes for logistics based on information provided by the customer and input from the Clinical Supply Project Manager and Management.
• Coordinate distribution protocol from quote to end of study.
• Audit quote against procedure as distribution develops.
• Assist in the implementation of new distribution processes.
• Provide feedback to management to improve new and existing processes.
• Suggest packaging and distribution solutions to customers and Clinical Supply Project Managers in order to improve distribution process efficiencies.
• Develop innovative distribution procedures to gain efficiency, effectiveness, and flexibility.
• Write distribution instructions and SOPs, as needed.
• Document training of all members of distribution on new distribution protocols, if applicable.
• Analyze the daily distribution activities with distribution management to modify the distribution process and improve quality and efficiency.
• Responsible for acquiring all import classification data to expedite customs and FDA clearance and assist clients with importation of study drug, if necessary.
• Create pro forma/commercial invoices and assists customer with application for import licenses as needed.
• Investigate or assist in investigations pertaining to distribution related issues.
• Follow all applicable cGMPs, FDA, DEA, OSHA, and IATA Regulations, and ISO guidelines.
• Adhere to set safety standards.
• Participate actively in regular meetings.
• Achieve expected performance measures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job description

## Logistics SpecialistApplylocations: Bethlehemtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR32415Our work truly matters and our resourcefulness can make all the difference in getting life-saving drugs to the people who need them, when they need them. We’re more efficient and effective when we’re not overly bound to a set way of working. Bring your resourcefulness and agility to continue your career at Sharp.The Logistics Specialist is responsible for creating and maintaining a healthy relationship with distribution customers. He/She will gather pertinent information from clients for the distribution of their project, and will quote the distribution protocol based on this information. The Logistics Specialist will set‐up, train, and document all distribution staff on new protocols. He/She will coordinate all logistics tasks, receiving, distribution, returns, and destruction. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Set deadlines, assign responsibilities, and monitor and summarize project progress. Prepare reports for management regarding project status. Act as the key contact between the client and Sharp Clinical Logistics for logistics‐related functions, including project coordination, receiving, distribution, returns, and destruction. Interact with clients to develop distribution protocols. Review and Establish quotes for logistics based on information provided by the customer and input from the Clinical Supply Project Manager and Management. Coordinate distribution protocol from quote to end of study. Audit quote against procedure as distribution develops. Assist in the implementation of new distribution processes. Provide feedback to management to improve new and existing processes. Suggest packaging and distribution solutions to customers and Clinical Supply Project Managers in order to improve distribution process efficiencies. Develop innovative distribution procedures to gain efficiency, effectiveness, and flexibility. Write distribution instructions and SOPs, as needed. Document training of all members of distribution on new distribution protocols, if applicable. Analyze the daily distribution activities with distribution management to modify the distribution process and improve quality and efficiency. Responsible for acquiring all import classification data to expedite customs and FDA clearance and assist clients with importation of study drug, if necessary. Create pro forma/commercial invoices and assists customer with application for import licenses as needed. Investigate or assist in investigations pertaining to distribution related issues. Follow all applicable cGMPs, FDA, DEA, OSHA, and IATA Regulations, and ISO guidelines. Adhere to set safety standards. Participate actively in regular meetings. Achieve expected performance measures. Other duties as assigned. What We Offer:* A team that values grit, growth, and good energy.* Competitive salary and benefits.* Opportunities for continuous learning and advancement.We believe it is a privilege to work in the life science industry. We believe that our work matters. We are united through our values and our common purpose which is to help our clients succeed and ensure their patients who have medical needs can live a better life.Apply now and become part of a workplace where commitment drives success, and every voice matters.Let’s build Sharp. Let’s grow bold. Let’s do more—together.