Job Description

From our location in Haarlem, we distribute 2,500 different packages of medicines and vaccines to more than 140 countries. The site consists of several business units (Integrated Process Teams - IPT) and Centers of Excellence.

For the IPT Global Logistics we are looking for a:

Pharmaceutical Specialist - Logistics

The team

Within the Global Logistics organization, everything revolves around a compliant, efficient, logistics process. Inbound, goods control, sample taking, pick/pack, storage and outbound are closely aligned. The logistics organization consists of 125 employees, including a team of 7 Logistics Managers.

About the position

As a Pharmaceutical Specialist at Global Logistics, you are ultimately responsible for the quality of the process of receiving and the distribution of medicines. When the logistics operators encounter a quality deviation in the process, it comes to you. You are the first to assess the seriousness of the error and consult with the quality department if necessary. In the event of a deviation, you advise the Operations Manager whether the production process can continue and whether the batch/packaging can still be used.

In addition, you check whether the entire process complies with all laws and regulations (including GMP/GDP). When there is an inspection (audit) from the quality department, supplier or government, you ensure that it runs smoothly. You are also responsible for preparing and reviewing documentation for GMP/GDP related matters. You are the source of information for the department in the field of GMP and quality matters. You implement the GMP/GDP strategy for the department together with the other Pharmaceutical Specialist. You are also involved in the investigations of complaints from the market and change control.

Primary Responsibilities

• Advising the Global Logistics department on compliance, quality and pharmaceutical-technical related topics.
• Evaluating the consequences of external guidelines, as well as initiating and developing pharmaceutical policies and procedures.
• Approving deviations from procedures and policies and authorizing GMP documentation.
• Advising on GMP inspections.
• Leading and contributing content to research in case of non-standard, complex or high-impact quality issues, based on your pharmaceutical expertise and analyses.
• Conducting validation studies including cleaning validation.
• Formulate proposals/business cases for quality improvement projects including deliverables and planning.
• Advising the department on corrective and preventive measures (CAPAs) in response to detected deviations.

Your profile

• A bachelor’s (BSc) or master’s (MSc) degree in a relevant field of study.
• At least 1 to 2 years of experience with pharmaceutical technical aspects, GMP processes and/or Packaging Technology.
• Experience with transport and storage is a plus.
• You are flexible and are challenged by working in a dynamic logistics environment.
• Excellent in English in word and writing and preferrable in Dutch.

What we offer

We welcome you to a truly global, dynamic and challenging environment with great opportunities for personal development. Our benefits are very competitive, and the summary below will give you an idea of what you can expect.

• Competitive salary and a 3% year-end allowance.
• Annual bonus based on own and company performance.
• 35,5 days of leave.
• Attractive collective health care insurance package with considerable reduction rates.
• Solid Pension Plan.
• Travel allowance for commuting.
• Numerous trainings, coaching and e-learning modules for long term job opportunities and development.

For questions about this vacancy

Please send an email including the vacancy number and job title to the following email address: [email protected].

Required Skills:

Accountability, Accountability, Aseptic Manufacturing, Audits Compliance, Communication, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Cycle Counting, Data Integrity, Detail-Oriented, Documentation Review, Driving Continuous Improvement, GMP Compliance, Internal Inspection, Microsoft Excel, Production Management, Quality Assurance (QA), Quality Assurance Tools, Quality Auditing, Quality Management, Quality Management Systems (QMS), Quality Standards, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Inspections, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Supplier Quality Management {+ 3 more}

Preferred Skills:

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Regular

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Job Posting End Date:

12/30/2025

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