Senior Distribution & Compliance Operations Lead

Abbott Laboratories; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 61,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott Laboratories in Madison, WI, seeks a Senior Distribution Operations Specialist to lead fulfillment compliance across shipping, distribution, and regulatory areas. You will act as SME on DOT, FMCSA, CMV, Hazardous Materials, and Materials of Trade and guide operations to audit-ready practices.

The role covers fleet operations, SOP development, ServiceNow workflow enhancements, and cross-functional collaboration with logistics, clinical operations, R&D and business integrations, ensuring

Qualifications

• 7+ years of transportation, fleet operations, distribution, logistics, or compliance experience.
• Advanced knowledge of DOT, FMCSA, CMV, Hazardous Materials, and Materials of Trade regulations.
• Experience leading compliance programs, audits, and regulatory initiatives.
• Experience developing SOPs, training programs, and operational workflows.
• Valid driver's license and ability to operate commercial vehicles as required.
• Strong analytical, communication, and cross-functional leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily Fleet Operations, Shipping and Distribution activities across multiple locations.
• Serve as SME for DOT, FMCSA, CMV, Hazardous Materials, and Materials of Trade regulations.
• Interpret and apply 49 CFR requirements and advise leadership regarding transportation compliance risks.
• Lead on-floor responses to internal and external compliance audits, working with Logistics compliance teams.
• Design and implement ServiceNow workflow enhancements, automation projects, reporting, and dashboards.
• Assists with cross-functional projects supporting logistics, warehousing, clinical operations, R&D, and business integrations.
• Ensure safe and compliant transport of specimens, materials, equipment, and temperature-sensitive products.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Cross-functional leadership

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

ServiceNow

Workflow management

Process automation

Job description

Abbott Laboratories in Madison, WI, seeks a Senior Distribution Operations Specialist to lead fulfillment compliance across shipping, distribution, and regulatory areas. You will act as SME on DOT, FMCSA, CMV, Hazardous Materials, and Materials of Trade and guide operations to audit-ready practices.

The role covers fleet operations, SOP development, ServiceNow workflow enhancements, and cross-functional collaboration with logistics, clinical operations, R&D and business integrations, ensuring