Senior Specialist Logistics

Initial Therapeutics, Inc.; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 83,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

401(k) savings plan

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Novo Nordisk is seeking a Logistics Specialist for the Boulder site to manage domestic shipments of research materials, drug substances and products. The role requires coordinating milestones, ensuring regulatory compliance and maintaining temperature-controlled transport.

Responsibilities include improving tracking systems, partnering with CMOs and QA to drive CAPAs, and analyzing shipping costs while supporting global trade compliance and import/export activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university required.
• 2+ years of experience in pharmaceutical or related industry.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.
• Familiarity with import/export requirements for GMP and raw materials.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Primary point of contact for domestic Logistics for CMC Boulder.
• Ensure prompt shipment communications to internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage end-to-end movement of materials and products, including temp-sensitive.
• Lead continuous improvement and CAPA activities with QA and stakeholders.
• Review shipping costs, rates, and documentation for compliance.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Presentation skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Customer service

Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About the Department

The Boulder Site is home to the specialized technical operations/CMC team for oligonucleotides and RNAi therapeutics. The CMC team works alongside Quality, Regulatory, Technical Operations and RNAi Early Development professionals at our Boulder, Colorado facility and works closely with our teams in Lexington, Massachusetts. Together, we are driving change. Are you ready to make a difference.

The Position

This role is responsible for overseeing and executing domestic logistics operations for the Boulder site, serving as the primary point of contact for all shipment-related activities. The position manages the end-to-end movement of research materials, raw materials, drug substances, and drug products, ensuring timely delivery, compliance with trade regulations, and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders. Key responsibilities include coordinating shipments, monitoring critical milestones, completing shipping documentation, and supporting import/export compliance activities as needed. The role also drives operational excellence through continuous improvement of shipping processes, shipment tracking systems, and outsourced inventory management. It partners with contract manufacturers, warehouses, quality assurance, and other stakeholders to optimize inventory, investigate logistics-related deviations, implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs), and ensure product integrity, including temperature-controlled transportation. Additionally, the position analyses logistics costs, courier performance, and shipping quality metrics while supporting strategic logistics projects and ensuring adherence to customs, trade compliance, and regulatory requirements.

Relationships

This position will report to the Associate Director, Materials Management.

Essential Functions

• Primary point of contact for all activities regarding domestic Logistics for CMC BoulderLocal shipping support for site BoulderEnsures prompt shipment related communications to key internal and external stakeholdersInitiates, monitor, and complete shipments associated with research material, raw materials, drug substance, drug productPrepares all necessary data and confirmation of key milestones for shipments (departure, arrival, customs clearance, PODs, etc.)Ad-hoc support of international shipments and global trade compliance related activitiesImprove tracking system for shipmentsLeverage Novo Nordisk HQ processes and contracts where appropriate to improve the shipping processManagement of outsourced inventory (Raw Materials, Drug Substance, Drug Product)Lead continuous improvement activities at outsourced CMOsReview and execution to discard expired material as needed at warehouses to ensure inventory optimizationDrive the internal and external investigation of errors or non-conformances and prepare corrective and preventative action plans (CAPAs) in conjunction with QA and impacted departmentsImport/export experience – ensure trade complianceAd-hoc filings with Customs broker and US Customs and Border ProtectionHTS classification and material valuations to ensure material is identified appropriatelyIncoterms to ensure shipment terms are appropriateAd-hoc shipping and logistics projectsReview and analysis of shipping costs and courier invoicesReview and analysis of temperature-controlled shipments to maintain temperature requirements in transitFiling of temperature/quality events as neededCross trained in global logistics responsibilities

Physical Requirements

Travel 10%. Travel to other Novo Nordisk locations, storage facilities, CMO’s may be required up to 10% of the time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university and 2+ years of experience in pharmaceutical or related industry requiredThe position requires teamwork, organization and influencing skills with a strong focus on customer service for both internal and external stakeholdersAbility to communicate effectively to all levels of the organizationExcellent presentation skillsAttention to detailAbility to effectively function and manage in a highly dynamic, fast paced work environmentStrong organizational skillsHigh-quality focusStrong business acumenCustomer orientationFamiliarity with import/export requirements for GMP and raw materialsExcellent knowledge of logistics proceduresCPIM/CLTD/CSCP certification a plusFamiliarity with CFR 19, 7, 9, 42, 49, 50, 40 and 21Demonstrated ability to work independently and with cross-functional teams, including Supply Chain, CMC, Quality, Finance, R&DProficient in Microsoft Excel

The base compensation range for this position is $83,400 - $127,500. Base compensation is determined based on a number of factors. This position is also eligible for a company bonus based on individual and company performance. Novo Nordisk offers long-term incentive compensation and or company vehicles depending on the position's level or other company factors.

Employees are also eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs including medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; disability insurance; 401(k) savings plan; flexible spending accounts; employee assistance program; tuition reimbursement program; and voluntary benefits such as group legal, critical illness, identity theft protection, pet insurance and auto/home insurance. The Company also offers time off pursuant to its sick time policy, flex-able vacation policy, and parental leave policy.

The job posting is anticipated to close on September 15, 2026. The Company may however extend this time-period, in which case the posting will remain available on our careers website at www.novonordisk-us/careers.com.

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes – we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and defeating diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger – a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.

Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.

If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.