Logistics Specialist II at US02 Lonza Biologics Inc. in Portsmouth, New Hampshire

Job Description:

Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across three continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of.

The Logistics Specialist II rovides daily support to the operations of the Logistics department with awareness and knowledge of the various areas of the operation Receiving, Shipping, Warehousing, Forward Pick Area, /Dispensary and Sampling. Will be assigned to one of these areas but overtime will cross train to gain knowledge of the operations. Utilizes the SAP system to perform transactions such as Good Receipt, Stock Overview, Stock Put away and Material Movement all while ensuring GMP compliance

Key Responsibilities:

• Learn the daily functions and process flow of assigned core area (i.e. Receiving, Shipping, Warehouse, Dispensary and Forward Pick Area GPA)


• Attain basic understanding of Syncade tasks required for area, W/D portal, ET workflows, Inventory transactions, Receipt/Allocations/Returns and adjustments for components


• SAP transactions directly related to core area duties


• Accurately enter a variety of SAP transactions (Goods Receipt, Stock Overview, Stock Putaway, Material Movements)


• Continue with ongoing required area training to increase knowledge and understanding. Maintain and update personnel training binder


• Continue ongoing Employee Health & Safety (EHS) awareness training


• Complete training on job related equipment (i.e. pallet jacks, fork trucks, motorized vehicles


• Operate Power equipment in safe manner, and do daily safety check


• Perform other duties as assigned

Key Requirements:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent


• 1 plus years of Logistics/Warehouse experience preferred


• Strong written and oral communication skills including public speaking. Able to clearly express ideas and point of view both verbally and in writing


• Strong organizational and time management skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and sudden demand/crisis situations


• Strong knowledge of Logistics processes and work instructions


• Able to investigate problems quickly and resolve problems in the absence of supervisory leadership


• Perform assigned, complex and or varied tasks. Direct, control and plan tasks/projects


• Ability to suggest improvements/changes to the current process to streamline operations

Every day, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically.

People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.

Lonza is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.