When our values align, there's no limit to what we can achieve. At Parexel, we all share the same goal - to improve the world's health. From clinical trials to regulatory, consulting, and market access, every clinical development solution we provide is underpinned by something special - a deep conviction in what we do. Each of us, no matter what we do at Parexel, contributes to the development of a therapy that ultimately will benefit a patient. We take our work personally, we do it with empathy and we're committed to making a difference. We are looking to fill a Scientist III- Logistics Planning Specialist position working as a full-time employee of Parexel FSP on long-term assignment onsite/hybrid at one of our clients located in Rahway, NJ . This position will need to be onsite in Rahway, NJ up to 3 days per week. This position offers full benefits, sick time, 401K, paid holidays, and paid time off. Description: The External Development & Manufacture department, within Pharmaceutical Sciences, has responsibility for the development and manufacture of clinical product to support compound development programs. This team works with external partners located in the US, Europe, and Asia. The logistics of timely delivery of materials and products is essential to the success of the team. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Biology, Microbiology, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or Engineering with 3-5 years of experience Required Skills and Experience Strong Supply Chain Manager/Logistics background Solid knowledge of global GDP/GMP, Distribution & Logistics area, regulatory requirements, and good documentation practices Excellent problem-solving skills, based on science, facts, data and understanding of the regulatory requirements in evolving environments; must be able to apply sound risk management MS Office (proficient Excel, Access, and PowerPoint user) Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal; effective interpersonal and communication skills Effective influencing skills based on strong business understanding and analysis Able to manage multiple priorities Able to function well in a dynamic, cross-cultural, and changing corporate environment Desired Skills and Experience Experience with SAP (or similar enterprise system) Experience in Quality Systems (i.e., Deviation Management), Quality Assurance and Quality Control is a plus Comfortable with the deployment of a new process and able to come with initiatives to handle the "Unknown" Working independently and being self-motivated to resolve shipping related challenges Responsibilities Manage shipments of raw materials, active ingredient, analytical samples, and drug product in support of development programs Complete shipping documentation required for shipments Establish and maintain a tracking system for all inbound and outbound shipments for the team Learn processes for domestic and international shipments, which can either be inbound or outbound from the facility Liaise with project team leads to develop demand schedule for shipments Work closely with internal partners who provide support for such shipments, including Materials Management, Global Trade Compliance, and Logistics Complete training and maintain proficiency on requirements for shipments, including the Global Trade Automation System, Customs Valuation Tool, Import-for-Export rules, ChemStock Manager, and various internal shipping request (Scientific Work Management System) tools Extract internal release documentation (CoA, SDS) from internal repositories and provide to project teams and external partners as needed Clearly communicate requirements and expectations for timelines and deliverables to both internal and external stakeholders Coordinate shipping documentation with external partners in accordance with internal processes and contractual terms. Monitor delivery of shipments; work closely with logistics personnel to troubleshoot delays; keep teams informed of expected dates of delivery Support reconciliation of import-for-export entries Support shipping related deviations, initiation through event closure; work closely with internal partners, including Quality, to support event closure This role may be subject to government and/or customer requirements regarding vaccination against COVID-19 that are more stringent than Parexel policy. Accordingly, successful applicants may need to be either vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved religious or medical exemption. Employment is contingent on disclosure of your COVID-19 vaccination status and, if relevant, proof of vaccination. About Parexel Parexel FSP includes the CMC Operations group. We provide pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical companies with qualified and talented technical professionals to support the development and delivery of new therapies. For results-driven and caring individuals who want to make a meaningful difference in the world, Parexel is trusted by life sciences companies to meet their long-term staffing needs for scientists and engineers and related professionals in discovery and development of novel therapies, keeping patients at the center of everything we do, and where an inclusive community helps you be your best, transforming any career into a life-changing achievement. Come join us! EEO Disclaimer Parexel is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, which in the US includes race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Headquartered near Boston, Massachusetts and in Durham, North Carolina, Parexel has over 16,000 employees, with offices that support clients in over 100 countries around the world. We provide the most comprehensive drug development capabilities of any CRO worldwide. Our global regulatory expertise, Phase I-IV clinical research services, and advanced commercialization services all work together to move you through the development journey more smoothly and cost-effectively from beginning to end.