Senior Associate Transportation Specialist
Amgen
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SENIOR ASSOCIATE TRANSPORTATION SPECIALIST
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WHAT YOU WILL DO
The Senior Associate Transportation Specialist 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.
The responsibilities of the role will include:
Ensure GDP‑compliant and cost‑effective transportation to international (internal and external) locations
Support and monitor the performance of transportation service providers
Manage and improve operational transportation performance using KPIs
Plan and manage distribution lanes using existing shipping solutions
Identify transportation improvement opportunities and support process changes
Work closely with Quality to ensure compliance with GMP/GDP standards
Participate as a Subject Matter Expert in cross‑functional projects
Support the implementation of cold chain and transportation solutions
Help build and maintain Good Distribution Practices (GDP)
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WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU
Degree in Logistics, Business, Economics or a related area
3+ years of experience in transportation, logistics or supply chain
Good understanding of GDP/GMP requirements
Experience working with transportation providers or logistics partners
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
Ability to work with KPIs, reporting and process improvements
Very good English skills (written and spoken)
Confident communicator, comfortable working with international stakeholders
Proactive and well‑organized, able to manage multiple priorities
Experience with MS Office and ERP systems
Nice to have
Experience in cold chain or biotech/pharma logistics
Willingness to travel occasionally (up to 10%)
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WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT OF US
As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also care deeply for our teammates’ well-being and growth.
Vast opportunities to learn, develop, and move up and across our global organization.
Diverse and inclusive community of belonging, where colleagues are empowered to bring ideas to the table, take risks, and act.
Generous AMGEN Total Rewards Plan comprising healthcare, finance, wealth, and career benefits.
Flexible work arrangements.
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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
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.
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.
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