Senior Associate Transportation Specialist

<h2><b>Career Category</b></h2>Supply Chain<h2></h2><h2><b>Job Description</b></h2><p>Join our team at <b>AMGEN Capability Center</b> Portugal, number 1 company in Best Workplaces https://www.greatplacetowork.pt/ ranking in Portugal in 2024 (category 201-500 employees) by the Great Place to Work Institute. We have a team of over 500 talented people and more than 40 different nationalities, diverse areas of expertise and professional experience that are shaping the future of healthcare. This is your chance to explore a world of opportunities in different areas such as Cybersecurity, Data &amp; Analytics, Digital, Technology and Innovation, Finance, General &amp; Admin, Human Resources, Regulatory Affairs and many more. In Lisbon&#39;s city center, our AMGEN office fosters innovation, excellence, and inspiration. Come thrive with us at AMGEN, supporting our mission To Serve Patients. What we do at AMGEN matters in people’s lives.</p><div><p></p><p><span class="emphasis-3"><b>SENIOR ASSOCIATE TRANSPORTATION SPECIALIST</b></span></p><p></p><p><span class="emphasis-3">LIVE</span></p><p><span class="emphasis-3">WHAT YOU WILL DO</span></p><div><p>The <b>Senior Associate Transportation Specialist</b> is responsible for ensuring reliable, cost‑effective, and GDP‑compliant transportation of products to international locations, while working closely with logistics partners and internal stakeholders.</p><p></p><p><b>The responsibilities of the role will include:</b></p><div><ul><li><p>Ensure <b>GDP‑compliant and cost‑effective transportation</b> to international (internal and external) locations</p></li><li><p>Support and monitor the performance of transportation service providers</p></li><li><p>Manage and improve operational transportation performance using KPIs</p></li><li><p>Plan and manage distribution lanes using existing shipping solutions</p></li><li><p>Identify transportation improvement opportunities and support process changes</p></li><li><div><span>Own change controls related to Transportation Service Providers</span></div></li><li><p>Work closely with Quality to ensure compliance with GMP/GDP standards</p></li><li><p>Participate as a Subject Matter Expert in cross‑functional projects</p></li><li><p>Support the implementation of cold chain and transportation solutions</p></li><li><p>Help build and maintain Good Distribution Practices (GDP)</p></li></ul><p></p><p><span class="emphasis-3">WIN</span></p><p><span class="emphasis-3">WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU</span></p><div><ul><li><p>Degree in Logistics, Business, Economics or a related area</p></li><li><p><b>3&#43; years</b> of experience in transportation, logistics or supply chain</p></li><li><p>Good understanding of <b>GDP/GMP requirements</b></p></li><li><p>Experience working with transportation providers or logistics partners</p></li><li><p>Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills</p></li><li><p>Ability to work with KPIs, reporting and process improvements</p></li><li><p>Very good <b>English</b> skills (written and spoken)</p></li><li><p>Confident communicator, comfortable working with international stakeholders</p></li><li><p>Proactive and well‑organized, able to manage multiple priorities</p></li><li><p>Experience with MS Office and ERP systems</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Nice to have</b></p><ul><li><p>Experience in <b>cold chain or biotech/pharma logistics</b></p></li><li><p>Willingness to <b>travel </b>occasionally (up to 10%)</p></li></ul><p></p><p><span class="emphasis-3">THRIVE</span></p><p><span class="emphasis-3">WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT OF US</span></p><p>As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also care deeply for our teammates’ well-being and growth.</p><ul><li><p>Vast opportunities to learn, develop, and move up and across our global organization.</p></li><li><p>Diverse and inclusive community of belonging, where colleagues are empowered to bring ideas to the table, take risks, and act.</p></li><li><p>Generous AMGEN Total Rewards Plan comprising healthcare, finance, wealth, and career benefits.</p></li><li><p>Flexible work arrangements.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><span class="emphasis-3">APPLY NOW</span></p><p>Objects in your future are closer than they appear. Join us.</p><p></p><p><span class="emphasis-3">CAREERS.AMGEN.COM</span></p><p></p><p><span class="emphasis-3">EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT</span></p><p>AMGEN is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.</p><p>We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.</p><p></p></div></div></div></div><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p>.