Logistics and Materials Coordinator

Job Introduction

The Process Chemistry team in the UK provides leading R&D, GMP and API services to our international clients. Having recently undergone a period of growth and expansion, we are looking for a Logistics and Materials Management Coordinator to provide support for our key manufacturing operations onsite. Working with our project teams of scientists and professional staff.

We offer:

• Vibrant and dynamic employment – we are a highly specialised, growth company operating in a critical sector of the economy – our future is strong and exciting
• Opportunities to develop your skills and yourself – our rapid growth brings greater opportunities for you to learn and grow faster!
• A great team where we all support each other – enjoy your work – after all you spend about a third of your time here!
  
  
  

Our Company: “We are a dynamic, fast-growing company, with an enviable reputation for leading edge science, offering contract research services to some of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies, solving what were believed to be unsolvable scientific challenges”.

We believe in our ability to relentlessly push forward the boundaries of scientific excellence, delivering solutions for our clients, always operating ethically and with integrity. We take pride in our professionalism and commitment to always deliver our very best work.

We are based in Hertfordshire, in the town of Hoddesdon. The Hoddesdon campus, consisting of several purpose built scientific and administrative buildings together with a purpose built conference area has more than 5,000m2 of premier R&D space and houses an established Process Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry and Drug Discovery team, and a newly formed Formulation Development department. The Hoddesdon site has state-of-the-art Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standard facilities for the development of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API), formulation development and process chemistry. We offer our employees a highly supportive team-work environment, enabling them to develop and liberate their true potential.

This role would suit a recent graduate or someone in a business or logistics function who wants to expand their career. They will responsible for the movement and compliance of high value Pharmaceutical products in a highly regulated environment. Formal and industry training is available and the candidate will be expected to develop with the business in a supervisory role.

• We offer state of the art equipment and facilities at our Hoddesdon site
• We offer a competitive salary and a progressive and comprehensive suite of employee benefits
• We offer the opportunity for growth and development
  
  
  

Responsibilities:

• As part of a growing high tech pharmaceutical business; support and define business processes that manage materials movement, shipping and supply chain.
• Provide key administrative support to our business enabling key client materials to be shipped in an efficient, timely and compliant manner.
• Work with and direct central site functions for routine shipping and procurement tasks.
• As the primary client-facing shipping contact, liaise with project leads to arrange collections with the relevant third-party logistics partner.
• Ensure clear information flow for customs and finance purposes.
• Manage and build relationships with Clients and Suppliers
• Drive improvements of practices and processes.
• Assist with project material ordering and duties relating to purchasing activities are performed.
• Support the flow of product materials into the business and through the approval aspect of the QMS in the best possible timeframe.
  
  
  

Essential Requirements:

• Higher education, diploma/HND or Degree in business or logistics related discipline.
• Strong administrative skills. attention to detail and a methodical approach
• Excellent planning and organization skills - Ability to multi-task, manage time and accept changing priorities.
• Analytical and Problem Solving skills.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to build and manage relationships with clients and suppliers.
• Work within and ability to effectively contribute to multi-disciplinary scientific teams and environment.
• IT skills with a good working knowledge of MS Office.
  
  
  

Desirable Requirements:

• Business experience in supply chain or logistics
• Experience of import and export of chemicals / pharmaceuticals, especially of import of API into the US is an advantage.
• Previous experience in a fast-paced admin role, working to tight deadlines.
• Previous experience within the pharmaceutical industry and of GMP.
• Experience in communicating and building relationships with suppliers.
• Chemical safety and handling.
• Previous experience of 5S and Lean methodologies.
  
  
  

Why Should You Apply?

• This is an opportunity for you as an experienced shipping administrator to make a real impact in a highly scientific and regulated environment, demonstrate leadership, ambition and the desire to grow with the department.
• Build and shape your career in an environment that sets and commits to the highest standards of Chemistry.
• To be part of a team who support each other, embrace and solve technical challenges and put excellence at the heart of all that we do.