Logistics Import-Export Area Specialist Position Available In Johnston, North Carolina

Logistics Import-Export Area Specialist
Employer
Novo Nordisk
Location
Clayton, NC
Start date
Jun 19, 2025
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About the Department
At Novo Nordisk, we want to make a difference. For more than 100 years, we have led the way in diabetes care. Being part of Novo Nordisk allows our employees to embark on life-changing careers, and the opportunity to help improve the quality of life for millions of people around the world.
In NC, we operate three pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities that are responsible for fulfilling different steps in our injectable and oral treatment supply chains. Our Product Supply Aseptic Manufacturing (PS AM) facility in Clayton, NC is a 457,000 square foot aseptic “fill and finish” site that is responsible for producing innovative, injectable diabetes and obesity treatments. At PS AM, you’ll join a global network of manufacturing professionals who are passionate about what they do.
What we offer you:
Leading pay and annual performance bonus for all positionsAll employees enjoy generous paid time off including 14 paid holidaysHealth Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance – effective day oneGuaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match optionFamily Focused Benefits including 14 weeks paid parental & 6 weeks paid family medical leaveFree access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical productsTuition Assistance Life & Disability InsuranceEmployee Referral Awards
At Novo Nordisk, you will find opportunities, resources, and mentorship to help grow and build your career. Are you ready to realize your potential? Join Team Novo Nordisk and help us make what matters.
The Position
Serve as key member of logistics, with a focus in importing, exporting & shipping. Drive stakeholder management through process improvements, data analytics and assuring timely customs clearances. This strategic role combines aspects of Global Logistics, communications with 4PL partner, freight forwarders, customers, & planners.
Relationships
Reports to Manager, Warehouse & Logistics.
Essential Functions
Support NNPILP sites with logistics leadership, technical information to enable executionCoordinate & execute shipments of NN finished goods & bulk to NN affiliates & external customersEnsure adherence to pharmaceutical industry requirements, in line with GMP compliance, and US customsSupport international shipments, including import and export compliance activitiesIdentify distribution related risk and develop mitigation plansProperly classify all entries into US from Broker for filling information for NNPILPMaintain permits, execute permit renewals, and renew power of attorney with brokersAnalyze & forecast future transportation needs based on for future volumes, country transfers & new product launchesStakeholder ManagementAs the position involves contact with numerous internal & external stakeholders, clear, precise, & polite communication is essentialRegular meetings are held with key stakeholders to ensure a good relationContinuously communicate with stakeholders to ensure optimal handling & prioritization of shipmentsAsk stakeholders for feedback to develop our processes
Process ImprovementsChallenge & optimize existing shipping processes through a data-based approachDrive projects to (re)define processesImplements process improvements (including new processes that are driven locally & on a corporate level)
Data analyticsIndependently analyze & interpret data/information provided by stakeholders & make independent decisionsBuild data tools to support the ambition of automated flowsAnalyze existing data to ensure a constant improvement of the processesOperate with data visualization tools (for e.g., Tableau)Create & maintain overviews & KPI’s to support managementResponsible for investigation & solution of quality problems in warehouse such as: unscheduled events, deviations, temperature deviations, etc.

Resolves/ elevates issues on systems such as e-time, SAP & Pas-XObserves & enforces all safety & environmental requirementsEnsure compliance with training programs (ISOtrain/EduNeering) & confirm processActively communicates corrective actions from investigations & confirms with all team membersPerform periodic assessment of compliance (audit readiness)Development & documentation of standard processesOther accountabilities, as assigned
Physical Requirements
Ability to work in an open office environment with the possibility of frequent distraction. Ability to travel up to 10% of the time. (% can change on a case by case basis based on the role.)
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree , or an equivalent combination of education & industry experience requiredMinimum of five (5) years of manufacturing or logistics experience, preferably in a pharmaceutical environment requiredMinimum of two (2) years of experience in project management preferredExperience using Lean/Six Sigma methodologies & achieving sustainable process improvements preferredKnowledge of US, EU regulations & guidelines, & application of GMP’s preferredDemonstrates knowledge of adult learning methodologies & can use multiple methods to train & coach others a plusAbility to communicate technical information clearly in writing & presentations preferredComputer expertise in the following applications: MS Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, SAP & novoGlow preferredDemonstrated experience in practical problem solving & process improvement methods a plusExperience planning, organizing, managing execution, checking results, & revising work plans preferredStrong communication skills across multiple organizational levels preferred
We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.
At Novo Nordisk we recognize that it is no longer good enough to aspire to be the best company in the world. We need to aspire to be the best company for the world and we know that this is only possible with talented employees with diverse perspectives, backgrounds and cultures. We are therefore committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates the diversity of our employees, the patients we serve and communities we operate in. Together, we’re life changing.
Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.
If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.