Description:

Remote – Any U.S. Time Zone – Standard business hours
Contract Length: 3 years
 

A large biotech pharmaceutical leader is seeking a Transportation Specialist (Global Transportation Manager) for the Americas. This role manages supplier relationships for designated Transportation Service Providers, ensuring high performance and compliance. You’ll design, implement, and monitor GDP-compliant, cost-effective transportation strategies, applying continuous improvement to optimize service, compliance, and efficiency.
 

Responsibilities:

• Act as primary contact for assigned GTX carriers; lead performance reviews, address escalations, and drive improvements

• Partner with internal stakeholders to resolve supplier issues and maintain strong relationships

• Analyze data from SAP TM and other systems to identify trends and solutions

• Serve as subject matter expert for transportation and GDP topics in the Americas

• Document and maintain transportation procedures

• Initiate and lead GTX-related projects to improve compliance, service, and efficiency

• Investigate transportation incidents; manage root cause analysis and CAPA closure

• Monitor industry trends and update internal teams

• Support audits and provide carrier-related documentation

• Maintain and improve KPIs and performance metrics
   

Top 3 Must Have Skills:

1. Strong analytical skills, including advanced MS Excel

2. Proven project management across departments/geographies

3. Supplier relationship management with internal/external stakeholders
    

Basic Qualifications:
One of the following, preferably in logistics or engineering:

• Doctorate degree

• Master’s + 2 years experience

• Bachelor’s + 4 years experience

• Associate’s + 8 years experience

• HS diploma/GED + 10 years experience

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree (preferred) in logistics, engineering, or related field

• 5+ years in logistics, supply chain, cold chain, and/or transportation

• Stable work history (2+ years per role)

• Experience managing suppliers and improving processes

• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills

• Ability to work independently, under pressure, and in cross-functional teams

• Analytical mindset; ability to turn data into actionable insights

• Growth mindset and interest in long-term opportunities
   

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in pharma, biotech, life sciences, or healthcare

• GMP/GDP knowledge

• Operational Excellence tools (Six Sigma, FMEA)

• Familiarity with SAP TM and BW

• Experience setting up service level agreements

• Strong technical writing skills
  
   

Pay Rate: Open Market Rate
"This posting is for Contingent Worker, not an FTE"