Logistics Manager

Aktiv Pharma Group (‘Aktiv’) is a fast-growing, vertically integrated specialty pharmaceutical company with combination products CDMO capabilities, developing, manufacturing, and commercializing sterile-injectable products in a portfolio of proprietary, value-added, prefilled delivery systems. The company’s team of 80 employees harmonize all aspects of combination product development and manufacturing with effectively synchronized operations, including chemistry, device development, manufacturing equipment development, material science, quality and regulatory, in-house cleanroom assembly operations, and in-house sterile fill-finish. Aktiv commercializes drug products independently as well as supporting other pharmaceutical companies address unmet needs and create competitive advantage in the market. Aktiv leading products are proprietary emergency medicine in autoinjectors. 

Aktiv’s mission is to deliver peace-of-mind to patients and their communities, and its values are truth, perseverance, caring, and goodness. The company’s culture emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusivity and implementing leadership across the entire organization. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce through application of our equal opportunity employment policy and by providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We believe that our DEI initiatives are an opportunity to make a difference beyond our organization, in our community and society. Aktiv is grateful to be taking part in the individual journey of its employees and is striving to support a balanced life experience. We are striving to create a safe and inviting work place in which our team would be excited to come in the door at the beginning of the work day, and leave at the end of their day with a sense of accomplishment and value. 

We are currently hiring a Logistics Manager.

The Position: The Logistics Manager’s primary effort will be to create and implement a logistics operation from a very basic beginning. Included responsibilities are to supervise all aspects of Shipping, Receiving, and Material Handling. This person will oversee the personnel, department equipment, and operation of multiple warehouses to ensure uncompromising quality, cleanliness, and efficiency in the company’s logistics operations. This position will be accountable for meeting customer demand while maintaining compliance, driving continuous improvements, and managing costs.

At Aktiv Pharma Group, we value the diversity of perspectives and backgrounds our employees bring. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce through application of our equal opportunity employment policy and by providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We work according to our values of truth, caring, goodness and perseverance, and encourage individuals with the required skill-sets and these values to apply.

Aktiv Pharma Group offers a wealth of benefits to our employees and their families.

Employee Benefits Include:

• The compensation range for the Logistics Manager is $85,000 - $100,000 annually. 
• Medical Insurance (Cigna):
  • HDHP – Aktiv contributes the full monthly premium for the employee and their dependents.
  • Two additional premium medical plan options – Aktiv contributes a portion of the monthly premium for the employee and their dependents.
• Vision Insurance (Principal/ VSP Network)
  • Aktiv contributes the full monthly premium for the employee and their dependents.
• Dental Insurance (Principal)
  • Low Plan - Aktiv contributes the full monthly premium for the employee and their dependents.
  • High Plan - Aktiv contributes a portion of the monthly premium for the employee and their dependents.
• Legal & ID Shield
  • Aktiv contributes the full monthly premium for the employee and their dependents.
• Spending Accounts (Rocky Mountain Reserve)
  • FSA
  • HSA
  • DFSA
  • LP FSA
• Ancillary Benefits (Colonial Life)
  • Accident
  • Group Medical Bridge
  • Voluntary Life AD&D
  • Disability
• 401k (Human Interest)
• Unlimited Paid Time Off
• Bi-Monthly Internet and Cell Phone stipend
• Fully Paid Membership for the employee and their dependents to Lifetime Fitness
• Fully stocked office kitchen – Health conscious and Vegan!
• This position will be on location, but flexible work arrangements can be discussed. 

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Coordinates with all departments to support the aggressive schedule of a growing company. 
• Communicates effectively to all departments to ensure support of operational execution, shipments of both intermediate products and final products, and logistics impacts to schedule. 
• Oversees the creation, maintenance, and organization of multiple warehouse sites.
• Provide accurate and timely updates.
• Inspires the team through thorough and consistent communication, identifying and celebrating wins, and addressing issues timely and fairly. 
• Collaborates with other managers and supervisors to coordinate activities in and among departments.
• Optimization of all logistics steps to produce the right amount of product and deliver to the end user at the right time.
• Coordinate with Purchasing and Operations to improve inventory turns, stocking strategies and reduce lead times.
• Collects, evaluates, analyzes, and assesses logistics data. Educates team and company on how to use this data to evaluate team performance. 
• Regularly inspects and evaluates warehouse operations for cleanliness and efficiency. Provides clear and urgent feedback. 
• Identifies and corrects problems and inefficiencies in process, materials, equipment, or skills. 
• Contributes and leads investigations into deviations to procedures and specifications to get to root cause. Effectively implements corrective actions that are effective and sustained. 
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, local, and organizational laws, regulations, guidelines, and best practices including those related to safety and health. 
• Develops and implements procedures and strategies to ensure a safe work environment.
• Collaborates with other departmental managers to develop and execute budget. 
• In cooperation with Manufacturing Operations and Purchasing, ensures adequate levels of material and/or product inventories are maintained.
• Oversee proper disposition of received materials through its life cycle – QC Hold, Quarantine, Released to Stock, etc.
• Assist in the creation and maintenance of Kanban cards for specific materials.
• Oversee the coordination with Quality Control for inspection of incoming materials.
• Assist with the creation, documentation and implementation of inspection criteria and procedures.
• Maintain an active role on internal continuous improvement teams.
• Works closely with Aktiv Pharma Group Program Managers, Purchasing Department and Engineers to ensure timelines are being kept.
• Other duties as required and necessary to ensure the success of the organization.

Supervisory Duties 

• Hires and trains front-line employees. 
• Organizes, directs, and oversees the schedules and work of front-line employees. 
• Identifies and mentors leaders within the team and helps develop career growth. 
• Provides focused and regular feedback opportunities leading to constructive and timely performance evaluations.
• Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.

Job Qualifications

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to consistently promote, support, work, and act in a manner in support of Aktiv Pharma Group’s mission, vision and values.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail. 
• Time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. 
• Analytical and problem-solving skills. 
• Supervisory and leadership skills. 
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment. 
• Thorough understanding of safety and health laws, regulations, and policies. 
• Thorough understanding of raw materials, production processes, quality control, cost management, and other effective manufacturing and distribution techniques. 
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Experience and Education:

• Associate’s degree in related field, or equivalent industry work experience required;
• Bachelor’s degree in Management, Engineering, Business, or related field preferred. 
• At least three years of supervisory experience in shipping, receiving warehouse highly preferred. 
• Sufficient exposure to Logistics Operations is preferred since this role will be implementing from new.

Additional Requirements/Licenses/Certifications:

• Must have reliable transportation. Currently have multiple locations.
• Valid driver’s license.