Manager, 3PL Distribution and Inventory Management

Role Summary

The Manager, 3PL Distribution and Inventory Management is a key role within Regional Logistics responsible for external warehousing (3PL/4PL) and inventory management across clinical, commercial, and development science areas. This role oversees external warehouse operations and ensures inventory is controlled and managed at facilities under remit, with a focus on building and maintaining partnerships with distribution centers and internal teams. The position is remote with travel estimated at up to 15%.

Responsibilities

• Oversee, consult, and engage on supply chain activities within 3PLs and distribution centers (DCs).
• Implement best practices and fit-for-purpose work instructions (WIs), risk assessments (RAs), and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Manage contracts and costs associated with 3PL and 4PL providers; negotiate terms and conditions to ensure optimal cost management.
• Coordinate and manage new product launches within 3PLs and DCs; ensure timely and efficient execution of launch plans.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives; implement strategies to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness; ensure smooth integration and operational readiness.
• Build and develop relationships with key distribution centers and impacted internal teams; facilitate communication and collaboration to achieve business objectives.
• Document and process expired/obsolete items at applicable distribution center partners; obtain necessary approvals from BioMarin.
• Liaise with cold chain logistics on new shipping solutions and procurement for BioMarin activities at 3PL partners; ensure compliance with cold chain and GDP requirements.
• Complete QMS records for deviations and change controls related to activities at distribution partners; ensure adherence to quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Complete lot release approvals for all lots received into BioMarin managed distribution centers.
• Provide global logistics support to GEO and internal site colleagues on material transfers to and from 3PL partners; support supply chain planning colleagues on material movements.
• Schedule and maintain routine business MBR/QBR meetings with each 3PL/DC; coordinate the effective use of metrics and business targets to support internal requirements.
• Analyze and be responsible for inventory and appropriate inventory levels at 3PLs against company forecasts; ensure future capacity for BioMarin products.
• Lead or support projects at 3PL/DC such as process optimization, new product introduction, or new technology introduction.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• In lieu of above, other undergraduate degree plus continuing education in the logistics or extended supply chain management field required.
• Lean Six Sigma Certification preferred, yellow belt certification highly desired.

Qualifications

• Required: Minimum of 5 years of experience in supply chain management, logistics, or warehousing.
• Required: Strong cross functional leadership skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, proficiency in logistics software and systems, and a solid understanding of logistics and supply chain principles.
• Required: Proven experience with 3PL/4PL management and cold chain logistics or similar external partner management.
• Required: Detail-oriented, analytical thinker, problem-solver, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Preferred: Cold Chain experience highly desirable.
• Required: Proven ability to lead change initiatives and drive improvements within and across functions which enable compliance and mitigate risk.
• Required: Ability to effectively work autonomously and independently.
• Required: Experience in SAP or like Warehouse Management Systems.

Skills

• Experience with WMS, EDI/API Integrations