Logistics & Distribution Senior Specialist, CGT Logistics

Job Description

The Senior Specialist, CGT Logistics plays a key operational role in supporting global commercial logistics for Vertex's Cell and Gene Therapy (CGT) products. This position is primarily responsible for coordinating temperature-controlled product movements, supporting logistics systems and tools, and generating high-quality technical documentation to support compliance, visibility, and audit readiness.

This role requires a strong foundation in global transportation operations, technical writing, and system navigation, with a focus on driving reliable, compliant logistics performance for commercial CGT supply.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily commercial logistics activities across global transportation lanes for CGT products, with strict adherence to time and temperature requirements.
• Serve as a key operational user and support resource for logistics systems (e.g., Transportation Management System (TMS), shipment visibility platforms, and internal tracking tools).
• Draft, edit, and maintain high-quality technical documentation including SOPs, work instructions, deviation reports, and audit responses related to logistics activities.
• Generate and maintain shipment records and compliance documentation to support internal audits and regulatory inspections.
• Track and report logistics KPIs and performance metrics (e.g., on-time delivery, carrier response, temperature excursions).
• Work closely with 3PLs, freight forwarders, and couriers to manage carrier communications, scheduling, and real-time issue resolution.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Quality, Commercial Operations, and external partners to ensure reliable commercial product availability.
• Support commercial launch readiness and country-specific import/export requirements, including documentation preparation.
• Assist with logistics system configuration or data validation projects and support UAT (user acceptance testing) for enhancements or new tool rollouts.
• Investigate and document transport deviations, and support CAPA development with Quality and Supply Chain teams.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Technical Writing, Business, Life Sciences, related field or equivalent years of experience.
• 3-5 years of experience in logistics or supply chain operations, with a strong emphasis on commercial distribution in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry.
• Proficient in technical writing, with experience drafting controlled documentation for GxP environments.
• Hands-on experience with logistics systems and tools (e.g., TMS, visibility platforms, ERP/SAP).
• Familiarity with Good Distribution Practices (GDP), IATA, and global trade regulations.

Additional Qualifications:

• Experience supporting logistics for commercial Cell and Gene Therapy (CGT) or biologics programs.
• Prior experience with import/export documentation, shipping validations, and vendor interfaces.
• APICS/ASCM certification (e.g., CLTD, CSCP) or equivalent strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and logistics data analysis/reporting.
• Comfortable working with cross-functional teams and external partners in a fast-paced, regulated environment.

Other Information

• May require occasional after-hours availability to support global shipments.
• Travel up to 10% may be required for audits, workshops, or system implementations.

Pay Range:

Disclosure Statement:

Flex Designation:

Flex Eligibility Status:

In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as:
1. Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select
2. On-Site: work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.

Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex's Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.

Company Information

Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.

Vertex 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, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.

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 make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at ApplicationAssistance@vrtx.com