Transport Operations Specialist

We are seeking a Transport Operations Specialist to join our UKI team.  

The role holder will be responsible for overseeing transport operations in the UK and Ireland (e.g. final mile distribution, home deliveries), as well as leading and coordinating transport and logistics related projects with a view to cost and operational efficiency, company sustainability goals and process improvements in compliance with pharma regulations.

This role will provide coverage for the Transport Operations Lead in their absence

Key Accountabilities

• Develop, implement, lead and support transport/logistics solutions/projects from start to completion within the EMEA Region, to ensure and in line with Company’s growth strategies
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders (e.g. Commercial, Finance, Quality, 3PLs) in operational delivery and project coordination within transport/logistics
• Support with the operational management of 3PL activities (e.g. MBRs/QBRs/Day-to-day operation escalations)
• Ensure the agreed quality standards are adhered to by the transport service providers
• Be the main point of contact for Vantive UKI day-to day transport operations, including managing enquiries and complaints with 3PLs
• Degree in Logistics/Supply Chain management or equivalent qualifications would be advantageous.

Skills

• Strong senior stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent problem solving
• Customer/Patient focused
• Strong data analytical skills, including Excel at intermediary/advance level
• Independent and autonomous

Experience

• Proven experience in project management
• Successful experience of working with individual/teams from multiple countries
• Extensive operational experience in the Supply Chain, mainly Transport and Distribution
• Proven experience of operating within a highly regulated industry (preferably within pharmaceutical and/or healthcare)
• Proven experience of managing 3rd party logistics suppliers
• Successful experience of driving continuous improvement initiatives
• Successful experience in executing budget plans and objectives within transport operations

Knowledge

• Good working knowledge of project management systems and software (e.g. Prince/MS Project/Visio or equivalent)
• Sound knowledge of ERP systems (JD Edwards would be advantageous) and IT knowledge
• Knowledge of languages other than English, would be advantageous
• Good knowledge of transport regulations, safety procedures and best practices (GDP/GMP)

Job Requirements

• Must travel within the UK and Ireland, and occasionally on an international basis
• Lone Worker