Logistics Analyst, Distribution and Transportation

Job Description Summary

This position is responsible for supporting the logistics activities for all inbound and outbound shipments with the goal of ensuring all movements are on time, compliant and communications are timely. The role works closely with manufacturing sites, freight forwarders, customs brokers, customers, and our Third-Party Logistics (3PL) provider to ensure all customer and regulatory requirements are met. Additional responsibilities may include inventory reconciliation, reporting and trend analysis, ensuring cost-effective logistics and other activities to support the warehousing, distribution, and logistics activities for the company.

Job Description

The Logistics Analyst supports daily inbound and outbound transportation activities to ensure shipments are on time, compliant, and aligned with customer and regulatory requirements. This role coordinates with manufacturing sites, freight forwarders, customs brokers, carriers, and our 3PL to resolve issues, manage shipment priorities, and maintain clear communication across stakeholders.

The analyst also supports inventory reconciliation, transportation reporting, KPIs, and continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen operational performance. Success in this role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, ERP proficiency (SAP preferred), and a solid understanding of warehousing, distribution, and regulatory compliance.

Sandoz continues to go through an exciting and transformative period as a global leader and pioneering provider of sustainable Biosimilar and Generic medicines. As we continue down this new and ambitious path, unique opportunities will present themselves, both professionally and personally.

Join us, the future is ours to shape!

Position Location:

Based at the US Distribution Center (Mechanicsburg, PA) , this position offers hybrid flexibility in accordance with company policy.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. U.S. work visa sponsorship is not available for this role now or in the future.

Major Accountabilities / Your Key Responsibilities:

Your responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Operational Excellence and compliance

• Daily Operations and Issue Resolution

• Collaboration and Transportation Strategy

• Carrier and Customer Relations

• Distribution Network Management

• Reporting, and Third-Party Oversight

• Regulatory Compliance and Additional Duties

• KPIs

What you’ll bring to the role:

Required Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

• 3+ years of experience in Distribution/Warehousing/Transportation or related functions

• Advanced knowledge of cGMPs, FDA and Drug Enforcement Regulation

• Preferred knowledge/use of SAP

• Strong PC skills (spreadsheet, query, graphics, and word processing).
  
  

Skills:

• Strong Communication Skills (Written and Verbal)

Key Capabilities Required:

• Daily Operations and Issue Resolution
  Responsible for daily coordination of inbound and outbound shipments to satisfy both internal, regulatory and customer requirements and updating stakeholders. This includes working with freight forwarders, customs brokers, domestic carriers and the Sandoz Third-Party Logistics Provider (3PL). Act as the primary contact for operational requests pertaining to shipment prioritization, shipment status, inventory requests and other operational issue resolution. Supports both the Import/Export Team and the Warehousing & Distribution Team in their daily activities.
  
  

• Regulatory Compliance and Additional Duties
  The Logistics Analyst performs additional duties as assigned and is responsible for adhering to all relevant procedures, current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs), company policies, and regulatory requirements, including those set forth by OSHA, DEA, FDA, EMEA, and PADEP.
  
  

• Carrier and Customer Relations
  Direct engagement with carriers and customers is essential for resolving transportation issues. Supports all serialization related activities to both inbound and outbound product flow.

Key Performance Indicators:

• TGT Net Sales for US Sandoz Market

• W&D Budget Adherence

• Customer OTIF (On-Time and In Full)

• Number of customer complaints

• Customer representative scorecard ratings

• No major observations in audits
  

Preferred Requirements:

• Technical Skills: Demonstrated proficiency with ERP systems (preferably SAP), DSCSA compliance, and trade regulations.

• Quality mindset including general understanding of regulatory requirements (FDA, US Customs, DEA, DOT, IATA, OSHA, etc.).

Travel Requirements: Up to 5%

You’ll Receive:

Sandoz offers a generous employee benefits package that includes a competitive salary, health insurance coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision, a generous company match for retirement savings accounts, and generous paid time off. We also follow a hybrid work policy that combines a mix of in-person and remote work to allow our employees flexibility.

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $ 88,800 -$165,000 USD/year; however, while salary ranges are effective from 1/1/26 through 12/31/26, fluctuations in the job market may necessitate adjustments to pay ranges during this period. Further, final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to geographical location, experience level, knowledge, skills and abilities. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

On September 30, 2021, Sandoz entered into a 5-year Corporate Integrity Agreement. Certain positions will have responsibilities to support the execution and adherence to CIA obligations, CIA-related deliverables, and any relevant audit, monitoring or Independent Review Organization (IRO) remediation.

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Why Sandoz?

Generic and Biosimilar medicines are the backbone of the global medicines industry. Sandoz, a leader in this sector, provided more than 900 million patient treatments across 100+ countries in 2024 and while we are proud of this achievement, we have an ambition to do more!

With investments in new development capabilities, production sites, new acquisitions, and partnerships, we have the opportunity to shape the future of Sandoz and help more patients gain access to low-cost, high-quality medicines, sustainably.

Our momentum is powered by an open, collaborative culture driven by our talented and ambitious colleagues, who, in return for applying their skills experience an agile and collegiate environment with impactful, flexible-hybrid careers, where diversity is welcomed and where personal growth is supported!

Join us!

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodations

Sandoz, Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an email to reasonable.accommodations@sandoz.com or call 1-609-422-4098 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

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Salary Range

$0.00 - $0.00

Skills Desired

Bom (Bill Of Materials), Business Networking, Business Scenario Planning , Change Control, Efficiency, Erp Systems, Flexibility, General Hse Knowledge, Including Gdp, Inventory Management, Knowledge Of Gmp, Master Data, Material Requirements Planning (Mrp), Order Management, Product Distribution, Risk Management, Scheduler, Supply Chain, Supply-Chain Management, Supply Management, Supply Planning, Transportation, Warehouse Management