Senior Logistics Associate - Shipping

Job Title: Senior Logistics Associate - Shipping

Location: Portsmouth, NH, (On-site)

At Lonza, a leading contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO), our people are our greatest strength. As a global leader in life sciences, we work together to develop innovative solutions that help improve lives around the world.

As a Senior Logistics Specialist - Shipping, you will play a key role in ensuring the accurate, compliant, and timely shipment of materials and products in support of our manufacturing operations. You will serve as a subject matter resource for shipping processes, transportation requirements, inventory transactions, and regulatory compliance while helping drive operational excellence within the Supply Chain organization. This role also supports continuous improvement initiatives, training activities, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure materials are delivered safely and efficiently.

This position follows a Monday through Friday schedule, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM.

What you will get

• Competitive pay and performance-based compensation

• An agile career and dynamic working culture

• An inclusive and ethical workplace

• Compensation programs that recognize performance

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Opportunities to grow and develop your career

• A collaborative and team-focused environment

• The opportunity to support the delivery of life-changing therapies

What you will do

• Coordinate daily shipping activities to ensure on-time, accurate, and compliant deliveries

• Prepare, review, and maintain shipping documentation in accordance with company procedures and regulatory requirements

• Serve as a primary point of contact for shipping-related issues, investigations, and escalations

• Perform SAP transactions and inventory movements to support shipping operations

• Collaborate with carriers, freight providers, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to support business needs

• Lead shipping process improvements focused on efficiency, accuracy, and customer service

• Support deviations, CAPAs, TrackWise records, and quality-related activities as required

• Prepare for and support internal and external audits related to shipping operations

• Train and mentor team members on shipping procedures, SAP transactions, and compliance requirements

• Promote a safe, organized, and audit-ready work environment

What we are looking for

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree preferred

• 3+ years of experience in shipping, logistics, warehouse, distribution, or supply chain operations

• Experience working in a GMP, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, healthcare, or regulated manufacturing environment preferred

• Experience using SAP, warehouse management systems, or inventory control systems

• Knowledge of domestic and international shipping processes and documentation preferred

• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

• Experience supporting projects, process improvements, or team training initiatives

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities

About Lonza

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.

Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.

Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.