Location: Remote - Thousand Oaks, CA
Employment Type: Contingent Worker (Contract, W2)
Contract Length: 12 months (possible extension)
Compensation: $34/$39 per hour (based on experience)
Summary of the Role
Support and execute GDP/GMP-compliant distribution processes for a major biopharma leader’s GD Americas Hub. Ensure timely, compliant inbound and outbound shipments, drive process improvement, and provide analytical support. Serve as a key resource for cross-functional projects, SOP management, training, and compliance activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute GDP/GMP and business processes with minimal supervision
- Manage outbound and inbound distribution schedules, prioritizing tasks as needed
- Oversee creation of shipping documents, booking of couriers, and management of shipping supplies
- Track and manage the distribution budget
- Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) and area management metrics
- Create and update training materials and standard operating procedures
- Provide onboarding and process training to new staff
- Lead or facilitate cross-functional team meetings to implement optimized business solutions
- Support handling of Deviations/CAPAs, root cause assessments, and change control records
- Maintain effective communication with internal and external customers
Required Experience & Skills
- SAP proficiency with hands-on experience in distribution, logistics, or supply chain transactions
- SOP execution and documentation experience in a regulated environment
- Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally
- Fluency in English, oral and written
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Preferred Qualifications
- Ability to learn new tasks and functions quickly
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Analytical reasoning and creative problem-solving skills
- Effective communication and command skills
- Excellent project management capabilities
- Negotiation and facilitation skills
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Understanding of regulatory guidelines impacting supply (e.g., GxP, SOX)
- High attention to detail
- Familiarity with clinical study conduct
- Experience in team or matrixed environments
- Advanced skills in SAP, Microsoft Office Suite, and data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, Spotfire)
- CMIS PMP or CPIM certification
Top 3 Must Have Skills
1. SAP proficiency with hands-on experience in executing distribution, logistics, or supply chain transactions
2. SOP execution and documentation experience in a regulated environment
3. Strong communication skills for cross-functional collaboration and relationship management
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Execute GDP/GMP-compliant processes supporting daily operations of the GD Americas Hub
- Manage inbound and outbound shipment schedules with proper prioritization
- Prepare shipping documentation, book couriers, and execute distribution transactions in SAP
Basic Qualifications
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree and 2 years of Life Science or Business experience preferably in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry
- Associate's degree and 6 years of Life Science or Business experience preferably in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry
- High school diploma/GED and 8 years of Life Science or Business experience preferably in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry
This posting is for Contingent Worker, not an FTE