Process Lead, Logistics & Distribution Management - Urgently Hiring!

Process Lead, Logistics & Distribution Management

Do you want to be part of an inclusive team that works to develop innovative therapies for patients? Every day, we are driven to develop and deliver innovative and effective new medicines to patients and physicians.  If you want to be part of this exciting work, you belong at Astellas!

Astellas Pharma Inc. is a pharmaceutical company conducting business in more than 70 countries around the world. We are committed to turning innovative science into medical solutions that bring value and hope to patients and their families. Keeping our focus on addressing unmet medical needs and conducting our business with ethics and integrity enables us to improve the health of people throughout the world. For more information on Astellas, please visit our website at www.astellas.com .

This position is based in Northbrook, IL (Hybrid – once per Quarter). Hybrid work from certain states may be permitted in accordance with Astellas’ Responsible Flexibility Guidelines. Candidates interested in hybrid work are encouraged to apply.

Purpose :

The position drives key outcomes by overseeing and executing complex logistics projects, ensuring operational excellence for commercial and R&D logistics. This role is essential for optimizing processes, managing compliance, and implementing strategic improvements and initiatives. Unique in its focus, the position integrates subject matter expertise with strategic leadership to enhance logistics efficiency and effectiveness across the organization.

Essential Job Responsibilities :

• Senior thought leader that delivers key outcomes for core / critical projects / products or processes for Astellas SCM Logistics & Distribution
• Accountable for multiple complex and critical projects for the area managed related to imports and exports of Research and Development materials.
• Outcomes are achieved by individual or through project teams, utilizing subject matter expertise, specifically in import and export compliance for non-GXP, research material.
• Recommends solutions for complex Logistics problems based on in-depth interpretation and analysis of issues to develop alternatives and update practices and policies for area or team managed
• Responsible for knowledge management and capability development for area
• May lead cross-functional teams to ensure operational excellence / quality in the design, execution, and completion of studies / projects
• May directly supervise people and / or manage contractors supporting project(s) or process(es). No direct reports currently.