Senior Logistics Specialist

ROIS; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

ROIS in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Senior Logistics Specialist to plan, coordinate, and execute domestic and international shipments, ensuring timely and cost-effective material movement for the Phoenix site.

The ideal candidate will bring expertise in transportation, import/export compliance, customs regulations, and supply chain operations within a regulated manufacturing environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams to support launches and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in logistics, transportation, import/export operations, or supply chain management.
• International logistics and transportation management.
• Import/export compliance and customs regulations.
• Hazardous materials shipping and regulatory compliance (DOT, IATA).
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, International Trade, or related discipline preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate inbound and outbound domestic and international shipments.
• Serve as the primary logistics contact for customers, transportation providers, customs brokers, freight forwarders, and internal business partners.
• Manage import and export activities in compliance with applicable customs, trade, transportation, and hazardous materials regulations.
• Prepare, review, and maintain shipping, customs, and trade documentation including invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, and dangerous goods documentation.
• Partner with customs brokers and freight forwarders to ensure timely customs clearance and resolution of shipment issues.
• Monitor shipment performance and address transportation delays, exceptions, and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Procurement, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, and Warehouse teams to support objectives and deliverables.
• Support product launches, customer projects, and technology transfers requiring logistics planning.
• Participate in deviations, investigations, CAPAs, change controls, and risk assessments related to transportation and logistics.
• Develop and maintain logistics procedures, records, metrics, and compliance documentation.
• Lead or participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on logistics performance and cost optimization.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, GDP, OSHA, DOT, IATA, DEA, USP, EP, and other regulations.

Skills

Logistics management

Import/export compliance

Hazardous materials shipping

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Project management

ERP/TMS experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Logistics/Business

Tools

ERP or transportation management systems

Job description

Pay: $90,000 - $105,000/annually *Dependent on experience*

Schedule: Monday - Friday | 8:00am - 4:30pm

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Position Summary

The Senior Logistics Specialist is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing domestic and international logistics activities supporting material movement to and from the Phoenix site. This role serves as the primary point of contact for transportation providers, freight forwarders, customs brokers, customers, and internal stakeholders to ensure the compliant, timely, and cost-effective movement of materials and finished goods.

The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in transportation, import/export compliance, customs regulations, and supply chain operations within a regulated manufacturing environment. This position plays a key role in supporting manufacturing operations, customer projects, product launches, and continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring uninterrupted material flow across the supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee inbound and outbound domestic and international shipments.


• Serve as the primary logistics contact for customers, transportation providers, customs brokers, freight forwarders, and internal business partners.


• Manage import and export activities in compliance with applicable customs, trade, transportation, and hazardous materials regulations.


• Prepare, review, and maintain shipping, customs, and trade documentation including commercial invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, and dangerous goods documentation.


• Partner with customs brokers and freight forwarders to ensure timely customs clearance and resolution of shipment issues.


• Monitor shipment performance and proactively address transportation delays, exceptions, and corrective actions.


• Collaborate closely with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Procurement, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, and Warehouse teams to support business objectives and customer deliverables.


• Support product launches, customer projects, technology transfers, and other initiatives requiring specialized logistics planning.


• Participate in deviations, investigations, CAPAs, change controls, and risk assessments related to transportation and logistics activities.


• Develop and maintain logistics procedures, records, metrics, and compliance documentation.


• Lead or participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on logistics performance, service levels, compliance, and cost optimization.


• Ensure compliance with cGMP, GDP, OSHA, DOT, IATA, DEA, USP, EP, and other applicable domestic and international regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in logistics, transportation, import/export operations, or supply chain management.


• International logistics and transportation management


• Import/export compliance and customs regulations


• Hazardous materials shipping and regulatory compliance (DOT, IATA)


• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, International Trade, or a related discipline preferred.


• Experience within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, life sciences, or other regulated manufacturing environments preferred.


• Strong knowledge of domestic and international transportation, customs regulations, and import/export compliance requirements.


• Experience working with transportation providers, customs brokers, freight forwarders, and customers.


• Understanding of hazardous materials shipping requirements and regulatory compliance.


• Strong communication, project management, problem-solving, and organizational skills.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP or transportation management systems.


• Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience will be considered.