International Logistics Manager at Thermo Fisher Scientific in Breinigsville, Pennsylvania

Job Description:

Work Schedule

First Shift (Days)



Environmental Conditions

Office



Job Description



A Day in the Life:

• Applies Good Manufacturing Principles in all areas of responsibility


• Demonstrates and promotes the company vision


• Requires full knowledge and understanding of U.S. Import/Export regulations


• Ensures compliance with the International and U.S. laws related to Import/Export activity


• Will serve as a resource for all import/export/duty/tax operational issues and questions as well as assist in coordinating the global synchronization and regular review of import/export/duty/tax requirements and compliance methodologies.


• Manages, motivates, and develops employees and staff in the export department


• Advanced understanding of reviewing regulatory documents as they pertain to Imports and Exports


• Proficient in U.S. Import/Export, ACE and Census Bureau Requirements


• Reviews and approves Import invoices and completes USDA permits as applicable. Obtains FDA Release documentation


• Write and implement processes, standards, templates, and information-based (training) documents for international export.


• Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating, and process improvement; makes self available to staff; provides regular performance feedback; improves processes, products, and services.


• Identifies user needs and directs building of teams to work across all levels of the organization.


• Mentors team and other individuals in the organization as it supports employee' development plan.


• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

• Diploma/GED plus revelant experience required


• Bachelor's Preferred


• Must have 5-7 years of related experience in the Pharmaceutical industry or equivalent combination of education and experience.


• Knowledge of international commerce-Duties and Taxes and VAT payment terms, customs regulations, country requirements and international supply chain processes.


• Must be detail oriented


• Effective communication skills


• Able to handle multiple tasks


• Individuals typically gain experience as import/export coordinators and international transportation planners.


• Mastery of skills required to read, understand, and adhere to the SOPs and policies of a GMP environment.

• Must be able to physically perform duties of position which include: Exert up to 10lbs of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.


• Position may involve prolonged sitting but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.


• May need stoop, reach or bend.