Senior Logistics Coordinator & Import/Export Analyst (m/f/d)

Azenta US, Inc.; Germany (OH); On-site; USD 52,246 - 69,662; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave

Positive company culture

Stock purchase program

Job summary

Azenta US, Inc. is seeking a Senior Logistics Coordinator & Import/Export Analyst based in Griesheim, Germany. The role involves coordinating the shipment of biological samples and ensuring compliance with customs regulations. You'll work within a supportive team environment while managing multiple logistics processes and improving service efficiencies.

The ideal candidate will possess relevant experience, strong organizational skills, and fluency in both German and English. Additional benefits include a stock purchase program, life insurance, and 30 days of annual leave.

Qualifications

• Practical work experience in logistics, customs, import/export, or freight forwarding.
• Sound understanding of customs clearance processes and shipping documentation.
• Fluent in German and English (B2 level or higher).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage shipping orders ensuring timely, accurate execution.
• Support import/export compliance activities and review shipment data.
• Monitor and maintain records related to import/export activities.

Skills

Logistics coordination

Import/export compliance

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Vocational training or degree in business administration, logistics, customs

Tools

MS Office

ERP systems

Job description

Senior Logistics Coordinator & Import/Export Analyst (m/f/d)Skip to main content#Senior Logistics Coordinator & Import/Export Analyst (m/f/d) page is loaded## Senior Logistics Coordinator & Import/Export Analyst (m/f/d)Applylocations: Germany - Griesheimtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition id: R20260395Azenta Germany GmbH### At Azenta, new ideas, new technologies and new ways of thinking are driving our future. Our customer focused culture encourages employees to embrace innovation and challenge the status quo with novel thinking and collaborative work relationships. All we accomplish is grounded in our core values of Customer Focus, Achievement, Accountability, Teamwork, Employee Value and Integrity## Job TitleSenior Logistics Coordinator & Import/Export Analyst (m/f/d)## **Job Description**At Azenta Life Sciences, we support some of the world's leading pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and research organizations by managing the samples and materials that underpin scientific discovery.Join our Griesheim Biobank team as **EU Sample Management Coordinator** (Logistics Coordinator & Import/Export Analyst).**How You ́ll Add Value**As EU Sample Management Coordinator, you will coordinate the shipment of biological samples, laboratory materials, and related goods throughout Europe and internationally. In this role, you will also help ensure compliance with applicable customs, import/export, and trade regulations by supporting the accurate preparation, review, and coordination of shipment documentation and related processes.The role offers a combination of hands-on logistics coordination, customs administration, customer communication, and process improvement. Success in this position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while ensuring shipments meet internal standards and external regulatory requirements.This is an opportunity to join an established international organization and play a key role in supporting scientific and clinical research projects across Europe.**What You ́ll Do*** You are part of a four-person logistics team that serves as the central point of contact for logistics matters across our operations, as well as for customers and service providers.* You coordinate and manage shipping orders in day-to-day operations, ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant execution.* Your routine tasks include packaging and labeling goods ready for shipment, as well as preparing cover letters, freight documents, and customs documentation.* You support import and export compliance activities, including reviewing shipment data for customs relevance, helping ensure correct classification, documentation completeness, and adherence to internal procedures and applicable regulations.* You are responsible for coordinating with customs authorities, brokers, and other relevant parties to ensure smooth border crossings, including in time-critical cases.* You help monitor and maintain records related to import/export activities and support internal compliance checks, audits, and process documentation updates where required.* You support the continuous development of our logistics processes and service offerings, including with a focus on compliance, efficiency, and sustainability.* You also support incoming goods processing when needed, checking for completeness and informing the relevant departments, for example in the case of deliveries of chemicals and reagents.* Additionally, you are responsible for inventory, as well as managing and ordering logistics-related materials.* You understand and strictly adhere to standard operating procedures (SOPs) in English and contribute to maintaining high ethical and quality standards in all shipment-related activities.**What You ́ll Bring*** Successfully completed vocational training or a degree in business administration, logistics, customs, or a similar qualification.* Practical work experience in logistics, customs, import/export, or within a freight forwarding company.* Sound understanding of customs clearance processes, shipping documentation, and import/export compliance requirements; experience with dangerous goods is a plus.* Familiarity with trade compliance topics such as tariff classification, country of origin, customs value, restricted party screening, or license-related checks is an advantage.* Very good communication skills, both written and verbal.* Reliability clearance in accordance with Section 7 of the German Aviation Security Act (LuftSiG).* Team player with enthusiasm for working in an international team.* Proficient in standard MS Office software; advanced Excel skills and familiarity with ERP systems are an advantage.* Forward-thinking and solution-oriented approach to work, with a strong awareness of compliance and best practices.* Strong hands-on mentality.* Attention to detail and excellent prioritization skills.* Fluent in German and English (B2 level or higher).**What We Offer*** Become part of a company that contributes to groundbreaking scientific developments and therapies.* Positive company culture and strong teamwork across all locations.* Individual development opportunities to strengthen your international competencies and language skills.* Attractive workplace in Griesheim with excellent transport connections.* 30 days of annual leave to support a healthy work-life balance.* Partnership with pme Familienservice to support employees in all life situations.* Additional benefits include a stock purchase program, life insurance, company pension scheme, profit sharing, five additional childcare sick days, and a corporate benefits online shopping platform.**Contact**Azenta Germany GmbHIm Leuschnerpark 1b64347 [e-mail]### If any applicant is unable to complete an application or respond to a job opening because of a disability, please email at [e-mail] for assistance.**Azenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.**