Warehouse Shipping Specialist

Novartis; Morris Plains (NJ); On-site; USD 58,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Job summary

Novartis in Morris Plains, NJ is seeking a Warehouse Shipping Specialist to ensure accurate flow of materials and products across a complex supply chain. You will work at the intersection of warehouse operations, logistics, planning and master data management in a regulated pharmaceutical environment.

Responsibilities include maintaining master data accuracy in SAP ERP, coordinating inbound/outbound material movements, and generating KPI reports to drive operational excellence while ensuring

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; supply chain education preferred.
• Experience in regulated supply chain, warehouse or logistics.
• Familiarity with GMP documentation and SAP ERP for logistics.
• Strong data accuracy and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Review, validate, and maintain master data for materials, customers, and vendors.
• Coordinate inbound/outbound movements to ensure uninterrupted supply.
• Update SAP ERP data related to warehouse and logistics operations.
• Generate KPI reports to monitor operational performance.
• Report safety/quality events within 24 hours of receipt.

Skills

Data accuracy

Supply chain operations

Attention to detail

Regulatory compliance

Education

High school diploma

Supply chain education

Tools

SAP ERP

Job description

Summary

Are you passionate about keeping products moving efficiently through a complex supply chain? As a Warehouse Shipping Specialist, you'll play a critical role in ensuring the accurate flow of materials and products that support the delivery of innovative medicines to patients. Working at the intersection of warehouse operations, logistics, planning, and master data management, you'll help maintain compliance, drive operational excellence, and ensure on-time, in-full supply while collaborating with a dedicated team in a fast-paced pharmaceutical environment.

About The Role

Location: Morris Plains, NJ

Relocation Support: This role is based in Morris Plains, NJ. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support: please only apply if accessible.

Key Responsibilities

• Review, validate, and maintain material, customer, and vendor master data to ensure data accuracy.
• Partner with requestors to verify master data requirements and resolve discrepancies.
• Generate and monitor warehouse key performance indicator reports to support operational performance.
• Coordinate inbound and outbound material movements to maintain uninterrupted product supply.
• Ensure shipping activities are executed accurately in accordance with customer and business requirements.
• Update and maintain SAP Enterprise Resource Planning data related to warehouse and logistics operations.
• Reporting of technical complaints, adverse events and special case scenarios related to Novartis products within 24 hours of receipt.

Essential Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education in supply chain, logistics, or a related field preferred.
• Experience supporting supply chain, warehouse, logistics, or manufacturing operations in a regulated environment.
• Working knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice requirements and documentation standards.
• Experience using SAP Enterprise Resource Planning systems to manage logistics, inventory, or master data activities.
• Strong understanding of warehouse operations, material movements, shipping, and inventory management processes.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy, compliance, and attention to detail.

Desirable Requirements

• Experience supporting pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with warehouse performance metrics, continuous improvement initiatives, and operational excellence methodologies.

Compensation And Benefits

The salary for this position is expected to range between $57,800 and $107,300 per year.

The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors.

Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards. US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.

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Why Novartis:

Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Ready to create a brighter future together? https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture

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EEO Statement

The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

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