The Logistics Specialist is an entry‑level role within External Manufacturing, primarily focused on the creation, management, and maintenance of Distribution Risk Assessments (DRAs) supporting EM supply routes. The role is designed to build strong foundational knowledge in logistics risk management, regulatory compliance, and cross‑functional collaboration, while also providing broader exposure to EM logistics activities to support professional development and progression into future roles.

This role will provide YOU the opportunity to lead key activities to progress YOUR career, these responsibilities include some of the following:

Distribution Risk Assessment (Primary Focus – ~60%)

• Create, review, update, and maintain External Manufacturing Distribution Risk Assessments (DRAs) in accordance with GSK policies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with Quality, Supply Relationship Managers, Supply Directors, and external manufacturing partners to gather required information and ensure DRAs accurately reflect approved logistics routes and controls.
• Support periodic DRA reviews, audits, and inspections by ensuring documentation is complete, current, and compliant.
• Track DRA status, approvals, and renewal timelines, escalating risks or delays as appropriate.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of DRA processes, templates, and ways of working.

Logistics & EM Support Activities (Development Focus – ~40%)

• Support logistics‑related projects and initiatives across External Manufacturing, providing exposure to broader supply chain and network activities.
• Assist with coordination between transportation providers and shipping/receiving sites as needed to support EM operations.
• Support invoice processing activities, including review, validation, and issue resolution in collaboration with finance and logistics stakeholders.
• Participate in cross‑functional project teams to develop understanding of EM operations, systems, and stakeholder interfaces.
• Perform other logistics or EM‑related activities as required to build technical capability and network knowledge.

Why you?

Basic Qualifications:

We are looking for professionals with these required skills to achieve our goals:

• Bachelors Degree

• Experience in a GMP environment

• Experience working in a matrix team environment/ stakeholder management

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Preferred Qualifications:

If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus:

• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage documentation in a regulated environment.
• Basic understanding of supply chain or logistics concepts.
• Ability to work effectively in a matrix, cross‑functional environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with standard office tools (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively manage vendor relationships and coordinate with internal teams.
• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Good Distribution Practices (GDP), and other regulatory requirements within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Ability to work effectively with teams in different regions, understanding cultural differences and adapting communication and collaboration strategies accordingly.
• Actively engage in identifying opportunities for process enhancements, implementing best practices, and fostering a culture of innovation and efficiency within the team
• Foster strong working relationships across various departments and external partners, ensuring effective communication and collaboration to achieve organizational goals and drive operational success.

Please visit  GSK US Benefits Summary to learn more about the comprehensive benefits program GSK offers US employees.

Why GSK?

Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines an