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Jazz Pharmaceuticals is a global biopharma company whose purpose is to innovate to transform the lives of patients and their families. We are dedicated to developing life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases — often with limited or no therapeutic options. We have a diverse portfolio of marketed medicines, including leading therapies for sleep disorders and epilepsy, and a growing portfolio of cancer treatments. Our patient-focused and science-driven approach powers pioneering research and development advancements across our robust pipeline of innovative therapeutics in oncology and neuroscience. Jazz is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland with research and development laboratories, manufacturing facilities and employees in multiple countries committed to serving patients worldwide. Please visit www.jazzpharmaceuticals.com for more information.
Job Description
The Logistics Specialist will be responsible for planning and executing shipments for commercial goods, clinical supplies and other materials, as required to meet business objectives and patient needs in according with Good Manufacturing Practice and Good Distribution Practice
Essential Functions/Responsibilities
Plan, coordinate, and execute global shipments (air, road, and sea) across commercial and clinical supply chains
Manage end-to-end shipment lifecycle, including booking, documentation, tracking, and final delivery confirmation
Ensure customs compliance, including preparation and review of import/export documentation (commercial invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, etc.)
Liaise with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and regulatory authorities to support timely clearance and resolve customs-related issues
Ensure adherence to international trade and transport regulations, including Incoterms, export controls, sanctions, and country-specific requirements
Coordinate with CMOs, manufacturing sites, depots, and distribution centres to align shipment readiness and delivery schedules
Monitor shipment progress against service level agreements (SLAs) and proactively manage delays, deviations, or risks
Maintain accurate and compliant shipment records in SAP and relevant quality systems (eQMS)
Ensure all shipment documentation meets GxP and audit readiness standards
Support and monitor temperature-controlled shipments, ensuring compliance with validated shipping lanes and excursion management processes
Ensure compliance with dangerous goods (DG) and controlled drug transport requirements, including proper classification, documentation, and handling
Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders (Supply Chain, Quality, Procurement) and external partners
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within logistics operations, including cost optimisation, service improvement, and risk mitigation
Support deviation investigations, CAPAs, and audit/inspection readiness related to logistics and distribution activities
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong understanding of pharmaceutical supply chains, including clinical and commercial distribution models
Solid knowledge of GDP/GxP requirements and their application in logistics operations
Working knowledge of customs regulations and international trade compliance (import/export controls, documentation, tariffs, Incoterms)
Understanding of transport regulations, including IATA, ADR, and IMDG (as applicable)
Experience with temperature-controlled / cold chain logistics
Familiarity with controlled drug and dangerous goods shipment requirements
Proficiency in SAP and quality systems (eQMS)
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, particularly in documentation and compliance
Ability to manage multiple shipments and priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong problem-solving and stakeholder management skills
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Required/Preferred Education and Licenses
Diploma/degree in business management, engineering, manufacturing or equivalent
Additional logistics or import/export qualification
Strong understanding of and experience in pharmaceutical supply chain, especially storage and distribution
Experience managing international shipments and customs clearance processes
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Jazz Pharmaceuticals is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.
The successful candidate will also be eligible to participate in various benefits offerings, including, but not limited to, medical, dental and vision insurance, retirement savings plan, and flexible paid vacation. For more information on our Benefits offerings please click here: https://careers.jazzpharma.com/benefits
Skills Required
- Strong understanding of pharmaceutical supply chains, including clinical and commercial distribution models
- Solid knowledge of GDP/GxP requirements and their application in logistics operations
- Working knowledge of customs regulations and international trade compliance (import/export controls, documentation, tariffs, Incoterms)
- Understanding of transport regulations, including IATA, ADR, and IMDG
- Experience with temperature-controlled / cold chain logistics
- Familiarity with controlled drug and dangerous goods shipment requirements
- Proficiency in SAP and quality systems (eQMS)
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, particularly in documentation and compliance
- Ability to manage multiple shipments and priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Strong problem-solving and stakeholder management skills
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Diploma or degree in business management, engineering, manufacturing or equivalent
- Additional logistics or import/export qualification
- Experience managing international shipments and customs clearance processes
Jazz Pharmaceuticals, Inc Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Jazz Pharmaceuticals, Inc and has not been reviewed or approved by Jazz Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Fair & Transparent Compensation: Pay is considered competitive to strong versus biopharma peers, reinforced by market-competitive ranges in public postings. Company materials emphasize a robust total-rewards mix of base, bonus, and equity.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental & Family Support: Global paid child-bonding leave for all parents and paid caregiver leave are explicitly offered. Additional paid time elements like bereavement and a Global Volunteer Day expand family and life-event support.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits: A market-leading mental-health program provides extensive counseling and coaching access via Lyra. A Wellbeing Reimbursement Account and wellness resources broaden everyday lifestyle support.
Jazz Pharmaceuticals, Inc Insights
What We Do
Jazz Pharmaceuticals plc (Nasdaq: JAZZ), is a global biopharmaceutical company whose purpose is to innovate to transform the lives of patients and their families. We are focused on developing life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases—often with limited or no options—so they can live their lives more fully. By transforming biopharmaceutical discoveries into novel medicines, we are working to give people around the world the opportunity to redefine what’s possible – to make the “small wins” big again. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, Jazz Pharmaceuticals has a significant corporate presence in Palo Alto, CA, Philadelphia, PA and Oxford, England, with manufacturing facilities in Ireland and Italy. We maintain a highly collaborative culture where employees focus on how they can be successful and accomplish positive results by exemplifying the company’s core values: integrity, collaboration, passion, innovation and the pursuit of excellence. Together, we are more than 3,100 experts, analysts, specialists, advocates, scientists and professionals all with diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Working together, we are proud to support patients, innovate and bring new medicines to market. For more information, please see our website at www.jazzpharma.com and follow us on Twitter at @JazzPharma. For information on fraudulent schemes involving our company name and recruitment, please visit https://bit.ly/2J1EjMA. For guidelines on engaging with Jazz on social media, please visit https://bit.ly/2OaMOuq.
