Director – Logistics & Distribution Product Line Leader

The Role

The Director, Logistics & Distribution Product Line Leader is a pivotal role within the Global Logistics organization. This leader will be responsible for driving innovation and operational excellence across key logistics and distribution initiatives, including 3PL integration, Visibility Concepts, Control Tower, Trade Compliance Systems, IoT, Lane Validation, and other strategic projects to optimize global logistics. The role entails orchestrating cross-functional collaboration to ensure that logistics systems and processes are agile, compliant, and aligned with the company’s Global Supply Chain Strategy.

Here’s What You’ll Do

• Serve as an integral part of the Global Logistics team within the Supply Chain Excellence community, ensuring alignment and integration of logistics initiatives with digital transformation efforts, strategic objectives, and operational processes across the organization

• Build and enhance the capability to assess the end-to-end financial impact of logistics systems, processes, and technology implementations. Demonstrate that logistics strategies deliver measurable improvements to the company’s P&L and ROCE, driving long-term value for the enterprise.

• Drive system integration efforts for third-party logistics providers (3PL), focusing on the seamless alignment of distribution processes with global logistics platforms.

• Lead visibility solutions, including the setup of a centralized Control Tower system for enhanced real-time data and decision support across the logistics network.

• Enhance trade compliance through advanced software tools and systems, ensuring global regulatory requirements are seamlessly integrated into logistics workflows.

• Utilize IoT technology to improve logistics processes by developing systems that enhance shipment tracking, data collection, and lane validation mechanisms.

• Drive system-based lane validation processes to optimize route efficiency, incorporating software-driven analysis for cost-effective and secure transport solutions.

• Oversee the automation of logistics processes, focusing on deploying touchless systems and planning software to minimize manual interventions and improve operational efficiency.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure systems and software solutions are integrated effectively, supporting broader logistics and distribution initiatives.

• Develop and monitor system performance metrics, leveraging software analytics to continuously improve logistics and distribution processes.

• Lead the creation of a global community of practice, focused on driving standardization and system alignment across logistics platforms and processes.

Community of Practice:

• Establish and lead communities of practice to foster knowledge sharing and best practices in Site Supply Chain activities.

• Facilitate regular meetings, workshops, and forums to engage stakeholders and drive process improvements.

Planning Performance Metrics:

• Define, track, and report key performance indicators (KPIs) for supply planning processes.

• Analyze performance data to identify trends, variances, and areas for improvement.

Site Supply Chain Operations Automation and Touchless Planning:

• Lead the implementation of automation and support global End to End touchless planning initiatives.

• Evaluate and integrate advanced technologies to streamline processes and reduce manual intervention.

• Additional duties as may be assigned from time to time

Here’s What You’ll Need (Basic Qualifications)

• A BS in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related technical field; a Master’s degree or higher is preferred.

• At least 12 years of experience in Logistics, Supply Chain, Digital, with a focus on process and system management

Here’s What You’ll Bring to the Table (Preferred Qualifications)

• Experience with global 3PL integrations, transport management systems, logistics visibility platforms, and trade compliance systems.

• Knowledge of advanced technologies like IoT for logistics optimization.

• Proven ability to lead and manage large-scale change initiatives within logistics and distribution environments.

• Demonstrated success in working with regulatory affairs to ensure compliance with global distribution regulations.

• Excellent problem-solving capabilities and a strategic approach to overcoming logistical challenges.

• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with internal teams and external partners.

• A commitment to advancing Moderna’s mission through the deployment of innovative and sustainable logistics solutions.

Moderna is pleased to provide you and your family with a comprehensive and innovative suite of benefits, including:

• Highly competitive and inclusive medical, dental and vision coverage options
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical expenses and dependent care expenses
• Lifestyle Spending Account funds to help you engage in personal enrichment and self-care activities
• Family care benefits, including subsidized back-up care options and on-demand tutoring
• Free premium access to fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness classes 
• Exclusive preferred pricing on Peloton fitness equipment
• Adoption and family-planning benefits
• Dedicated care coordination support for our LGBTQ+ community
• Generous paid time off, including:
  •    Vacation, sick time and holidays
  •    Volunteer time to participate within your community
  •    Discretionary year-end shutdown
  •    Paid sabbatical after 5 years; every 3 years thereafter
• Generous Paid Leave offerings, including 18 weeks of 100% paid parental leave for all new parents
• 401k match and Financial Planning tools
• Moderna-paid Life, LTD and STD insurance coverages, as well as voluntary benefit options
• Complimentary concierge service including home services research, travel booking, and entertainment requests
• Free parking or subsidized commuter passes
• Location-specific perks and extras!

About Moderna

Since our founding in 2010, we have aspired to build the leading mRNA technology platform, the infrastructure to reimagine how medicines are created and delivered, and a world-class team. We believe in giving our people a platform to change medicine and an opportunity to change the world. 

By living our mission, values, and mindsets every day, our people are the driving force behind our scientific progress and our culture. Together, we are creating a culture of belonging and building an organization that cares deeply for our patients, our employees, the environment, and our communities.

We are proud to have been recognized as a Science Magazine Top Biopharma Employer, a Fast Company Best Workplace for Innovators, and a Great Place to Work in the U.S.

As we build our company, we have always believed an in-person culture is critical to our success. Moderna champions the significant benefits of in-office collaboration by embracing a 70/30 work model. This 70% in-office structure helps to foster a culture rich in innovation, teamwork, and direct mentorship. Join us in shaping a world where every interaction is an opportunity to learn, contribute and make a meaningful impact.

If you want to make a difference and join a team that is changing the future of medicine, we invite you to visit modernatx.com/careers to learn more about our current opportunities.

Moderna is a smoke-free, alcohol-free and drug-free work environment.

Moderna is a place where everyone can grow. If you meet the Basic Qualifications for the role and you would be excited to contribute to our mission every day, please apply!

Moderna is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.

Moderna is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person’s race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry or citizenship, ethnicity, disability, military or protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable law. Moderna is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

Belonging, Inclusion, and Diversity are critical to the success of our company and our impact on society. We’re focused on attracting, retaining, developing, and advancing our employees and believe that by cultivating diverse experiences, backgrounds, and ideas, we can provide an environment where every employee is able to contribute their best.

Moderna is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities. Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should contact the Accommodations team at [email protected].  (EEO/AAP Employer) 

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