Logistics Packaging Specialist

Remote in West Point,, PA, US • Posted 30 days ago • Updated 1 hour ago

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Motion Recruitment Partners, LLC

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Skills

Science
Pharmaceutics
Business Acumen
Inventory Control
Warehouse
Inventory
Management
Purchase Orders
Distribution
Logistics
Forecasting
Finance
Analytics
Data Acquisition
Testing
Wireless Communication
Mapping
General Skills
Communication
Project Management
Collaboration
Analytical Skill
Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving
Process Management
Lean Six Sigma
Value Stream Mapping
Power Tools
Reporting
Data Analysis
Enterprise Resource Planning
SAP
JDE
Mentorship

Summary

Kelly Science and Clinical FSP is currently seeking a Logistics Specialist II for a long-term engagement in West Point, PA or Rahway, NJ with one of our Global Pharmaceutical clients. This position is hybrid and onsite 3 days per week. This person will join our Kelly FSP (Functional Service Provider) division, a managed solution provider and business unit of Kelly Services, Inc. This role is full-time and is offering full benefit options. As a Kelly FSP employee you may be eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K and a variety of other benefits to choose from. You may also be eligible for paid time off, including holiday, vacation, and sick/personal time.

Job Title: Logistics Packaging Specialist II
Location(s): West Point, PA; Rahway, NJ
Work Environment: Hybrid
Job Summary:
The Logistics Packaging Specialist II is responsible for driving tasks to completion and mentoring junior staff. This role requires a heightened level of autonomy and strong business acumen.
Key Responsibilities:

Drive tasks to completion amidst ambiguity.
Mentor junior staff and provide guidance on project management.
Collaborate across functions to achieve business objectives.
Develop and implement a formal inventory control program in our distribution centers.
Act as a strategic partner and liaison between external vendors and internal stakeholders.
Develops and implements strategies to simplify process, improve accuracy, and improve operating efficiency.
Manage and provide appropriate direction and support to team members to ensure effectiveness and efficiency of inventory controls systems and procedures.
Review and understand growth forecast opportunities to build long-term strategic plans.
Manage third-party warehouse inventory.
Optimizing inventory, asset, and safety stock management.
Support the year-end PO process so that suppliers have timely purchase orders for uninterrupted supplies.
Preparation of forecasts and reports.
Partner with distribution planning and logistics to forecast demand.
Partner with finance team and provide analytics.
Develop and execute thermal qualification protocols for controlled temperature shippers and microenvironments.
Operate and maintain data acquisition systems and validation testing instruments including the Kaye Validator and wireless data loggers.
Explore new packaging technologies and monitoring devices that improve company's ability to deliver products to patients around the world.
Plan and execute thermal mapping studies for controlled temperature shippers.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree preferred; candidates with relevant experience may be considered.
3+ years of experience in a related field; candidates without a degree should have 6+ years of relevant experience.

General Skills:

Strong communication and project management skills.
Ability to collaborate across functions and teams.
Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Strong process management foundation (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma, Value Stream Mapping) and demonstrated ability to mobilize these skills.
Proficiency in SAP, MS Power Tools, report preparation, and data analysis.
Experience utilizing an ERP (e.g., SAP, JDE, etc.)

Unique Responsibilities:

Ability to make connections at a higher level within the function.
Self-motivated with the ability to mentor others.

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Dice Id: 10105282
Position Id: 861584
Posted 30 days ago

Company Info

About Motion Recruitment Partners, LLC

Motion Recruitment delivers IT Talent Solutions for Contract, Direct Hire, Managed Solutions and Statement of Work to all of North America from our 21 delivery centers. Our high-touch, specialized, team-based recruitment model’s success is proven through our exemplary track record in filling the most challenging IT positions for startup and enterprise clients alike. Our hyper-specialized tech focus results in a truly consultative approach for both our clients and candidates, within our recruiting areas of expertise: Software, Mobile, Data, Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Product + UX and Functional.

Motion also delivers IT Consulting Solutions through the Motion Consulting Group (MCG) that create true digital transformation for IT projects in Agile Development & Coaching, DevOps & DevSecOps Solutions, and Managed Services for IT Operations.

We’re also the proud creators of Tech in Motion and the Timmy Awards, our North American community platform, events series and award program that connects over 250,000 tech enthusiasts to meet, learn, and innovate.

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