Distribution Planner - Graduateship

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Distribution Planner for GE Pharmaceutical Diagnostics (PDx) - Graduate Program

What will this role offer a new graduate?

This is an exciting new role for a graduate who is interested in developing a career in Planning & Logistics with particular focus on Distribution in a highly regulated Global Pharma business located in Cork. As part of our Distribution team, you will get a wing-to-wing understanding of all aspects of logistics to include freight forwarding, warehousing and international documentation processes pertaining to shipping within our Global Supply Chain, additionally you will gain a detailed understanding of how Planning and Logistics links to the success of the overall business operations.

Reporting to:

• Reports to the Distribution Leader, GE Healthcare, Cork.

The Role:

• The Graduate Distribution Planner will play a critical role as part of the efficient operation of our Distribution Department by ensuring our products are delivered to our customer base in a timely and cost-effective manner. This position will help you develop professionally in some or all the following areas

• Multimodal freight forwarding
• Customs
• Trade & compliance (Documentation)
• Commercial and Finance (invoicing, Rates, Letters of Credit)
• Customer service
• Warehousing
• Supply Chain Management

Responsibilities will include:

1. Multimodal Freight Forwarding:

• Plan and coordinate the transportation of goods using multiple modes of transport, including air, sea, and road.

2. Shipping Documentation:

• Prepare and manage all necessary shipping documents, including bills of lading, airway bills, CMRs, letters of credit, invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin & certificate of analysis.
• Ensure compliance with international trade regulations, customs requirements, and pharmaceutical industry standards (GDP, GMP, GxP)

3. Forecasting:

• Collaborate with both supply and demand planning teams to develop accurate weekly, monthly & quarterly shipping forecasts based on up-stream production activity and downstream customer demand.

4. Reporting:

• Use data-driven insights to propose improvements to distribution strategies and logistics processes.

5. Working and Liaising with Distribution and Other Departments:

• Be a collaborator working closely with distribution planner colleagues.
• Work closely with other key departments to ensure that distribution activities align with overall business goals.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings to provide input on distribution-related matters.

6. Liaising with Customers:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers or customer service teams regarding delivery schedules, shipping documentation, and any distribution-related inquiries.
• Address and resolve any customer complaints related to distribution in a timely and professional manner.

7. Quality Assurance & Compliance:

• Ensure all distribution activities comply with pharmaceutical industry regulations, including Good Distribution Practices (GDP, GMP & GxP).
• Work with the Quality teams (QC, QA, QP) to ensure that products are stored and transported in accordance with regulatory requirements.

Key Skills & Attributes

• Excitement and enthusiasm for a future career in Planning and Logistics
• A degree in one of the following or related areas; Business Information Systems (BSC)/ Commerce / Economics / Finance / Logistics / Supply Chain
• Demonstrates high level proficiency in Microsoft Office applications - especially Excel, and digital solutions.
• A self-starting, innovative individual who also can work as part of a team
• Confidence in communicating, both written and verbal
• Ability to build relationships with other team members to foster learning and development

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No