Site Logistics Lead

We manufacture and supply reliable, high-quality medicines and vaccines to meet patients' needs and drive our performance. Our network of 37 medicines and vaccines manufacturing sites delivered 1.7 billion packs of medicines and 409 million vaccine doses in 2024 to help make a positive impact on the health of millions of people. Our supply chain is not just core to our operations; it's vital to bringing our innovations to patients as quickly, efficiently and effectively as possible. Technology is transforming how we manufacture medicines and vaccines, enabling us to increase the speed, quality and scale of product supply.

We need the very best minds and capability to help us on our journey to make more complex products, harnessing the power of smart manufacturing technologies including robotics, digital solutions and artificial intelligence to deliver for patients.

Join our team as a Site Logistics Lead (Director) where you will get the exciting opportunity to lead logistics operations at our Marietta site. You'll oversee the movement of materials and products, ensuring smooth operations and timely delivery. Collaboration is key-you'll work closely with cross-functional teams to optimize processes and drive efficiency. We're looking for someone who is organized, proactive, and passionate about creating solutions that make a difference.

The Site Logistics Lead works with Site and Global Planning organizations to understand product scenarios and business deliverables related to patient supply and risk management. You will coordinate assessment of volume changes and new product introductions and ensure the most effective allocation (planning and scheduling) of resources across the Site in support of Patient needs. You will build capability of the Site Logistics Team to achieve best in class supply planning and scheduling performance utilizing the GSK planning process and tools.

In this role, you will ensure daily execution of logistics tasks occur in compliance with EHS and GMP expectations and drive a Continuous Improvement mindset and capability across the team to support long term aspiration and short-term delivery.

This role will provide YOU the opportunity to lead key activities to progress YOUR career, these responsibilities include some of the following:

Supply Chain Management

• Oversee and manage end-to-end supply chain activities at the site, ensuring timely and efficient delivery of materials and products.
• Collaborate with planning teams to align supply chain operations with production schedules and demand forecasts.
• Monitor and control inventory levels to avoid overstocking or stockouts while maintaining optimal working capital.

Logistics Coordination

• Organize inbound and outbound logistics, including transportation, customs clearance, and delivery to external customers or other GSK sites.
• Ensure compliance with GSK policies and external regulatory requirements for the movement of goods, including cold chain products (if applicable).

Warehouse Operations

• Lead the warehouse team to ensure efficient storage, retrieval, and distribution of materials and finished goods.
• Implement and maintain best practices in warehouse management, including safety, cleanliness, and organization.
• Ensure adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Distribution Practices (GDP) in all warehouse activities.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Work closely with internal stakeholders such as production, procurement, quality, and engineering teams to align logistics operations with site objectives.
• Build strong working relationships with external vendors, transport companies, and other logistics partners.

Process Optimization

• Identify, implement, and monitor process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve service levels.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives aligned with lean principles and GSK's overall operational strategy.

Compliance and Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage risks associated with logistics and inventory processes, including contingency planning for disruptions.

Performance Monitoring and Reporting

• Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs) related to logistics operations (e.g., delivery performance, inventory accuracy, cost efficiency).
• Provide regular updates to site leadership on logistics performance and areas for improvement.

Team Leadership and Development

• Lead, train, and develop the logistics team to achieve site goals, foster engagement, and promote a culture of high performance.
• Manage resource allocation within the team to ensure efficiency and effectiveness of operations.

Budget Management

• Monitor and manage the logistics budget for the site, ensuring cost control and alignment with financial targets.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings without compromising service quality or compliance.

Technology and Systems

• Utilize GSK-approved systems (e.g., SAP, Warehouse Management Systems) to manage inventory, track shipments, and generate reports.
• Advocate for the integration of new technologies to enhance logistics efficiency and transparency.
• As a member of the Site Leadership Team, has a shared responsibility for the overall success of the Site's strategic execution and delivery.
• Set clear and aspirational goals related to delivering a balanced scorecard within the Department and Site related to Safety, Quality, Service and Cost.
• Accountable for the day to day performance of the logistics team in line with GSK core commercial cycle (CCC)..
• Accountable for all warehouse operations, ensuring delivery of KPIs in a compliant manner.
• Accountable for the successful execution of the CCC at Site. Develop the capability of both Site and team members to effectively execute planning and scheduling tasks in line with GSK ways of working.
• Develop a continuous improvement mindset and capability across the team..
• Build a team that is engaged, motivated and high performing.
• Develop a team that represents an inclusive and diverse talent pool, with capability for the future needs of GSK.
• Develop a clear succession plan within the team to ensure sustainable performance.
• Partner with SLT to support the Site ambition through teamwork and personal accountability Build a strong team across the network to ensure that the Site provides inputs including options and impacts to enable timely decision making and is able to influence direction aligned to GSK IPT.
• Accountable for the delivery of year on year measurable improvement in performance of KPIs that support GSK IPT.

Basic Qualifications:

We are looking for professionals with these required skills to achieve our goals:

• BS/BA degree
• 10+ years in Supply Chain, 5+ years in GMP Manufacturing Supply Chain; 3+ years of direct supervisory experience
• Experience in planning, project management, and/or production operations

Preferred Qualifications:

If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus:

• MS degree or MBA
• Proficient in the use of supply chain management tools inc. MERPS (SAP)
• Continuous Improvement certification and or training
• Excellent communication/facilitation skills
• Ability to develop long term strategies across complex businesses
• Ability to prepare and present complex business proposals

This is an on-site role, offering the chance to make a tangible impact on our operations and contribute to delivering high-quality products to patients worldwide.

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