Director, Logistics & Distribution, Product Line Leader

The Role

Joining Moderna offers the unique opportunity to be part of a pioneering team that's revolutionizing medicine through mRNA technology with a diverse pipeline of development programs across various diseases. As an employee, you'll be part of a continually growing organization working alongside exceptional colleagues and strategic partners worldwide, contributing to global health initiatives. Moderna's commitment to advancing the technological frontier of mRNA medicines ensures a challenging and rewarding career experience with the potential to make a significant impact on patients' lives worldwide.

Moderna is solidifying its footprint in Basel, the vibrant hub of pharmaceutical innovation in Switzerland, to further our mission of delivering the greatest possible impact to people through mRNA medicines. As we grow our international operations and commercial activities in Basel, we invite global talents to join us in this exciting journey of transforming medicine and impacting lives worldwide.

As the Director, Logistics & Distribution Product Line Leader, you will play a pivotal role within the Global Logistics organization. You will be responsible for driving innovation and operational excellence across key logistics and distribution initiatives. This includes the integration of third-party logistics (3PL), enhancing visibility through a Control Tower, improving trade compliance systems, and utilizing Internet of Things (IoT) technologies. You will lead strategic projects to optimize global logistics processes and ensure that they are agile, compliant, and aligned with Moderna’s Global Supply Chain Strategy.

Here’s What You’ll Do

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Serve as an integral part of the Global Logistics team within the Supply Chain Excellence community, aligning logistics initiatives with digital transformation efforts and strategic objectives.

• Build the capability to assess the end-to-end financial impact of logistics systems and processes, demonstrating how strategies drive improvements to the company’s P&L and Return on Capital Employed (ROCE).

• Lead system integration efforts for 3PL providers, ensuring seamless alignment with global logistics platforms.

• Implement visibility solutions, including a centralized Control Tower for enhanced real-time data and decision support across the logistics network.

• Strengthen trade compliance through advanced tools and systems that seamlessly integrate regulatory requirements into logistics workflows.

Your responsibilities will also include:

• Utilize IoT technology to improve logistics processes by enhancing shipment tracking, data collection, and lane validation mechanisms.

• Optimize route efficiency through system-based lane validation processes and software-driven analysis for secure and cost-effective transport.

• Oversee the automation of logistics processes, deploying touchless systems to reduce manual interventions and enhance operational efficiency.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure system and software integration supports broader logistics and distribution initiatives.

• Develop and monitor system performance metrics using software analytics to continuously improve logistics processes.

• Lead the creation of a global community of practice, driving standardization and system alignment across logistics platforms.

The key Moderna Mindsets you’ll need to succeed in the role:

• We pursue options in parallel: You will need to lead multiple complex logistics initiatives simultaneously, ensuring that each option is developed to support global operational excellence.

• We act with urgency: In a fast-paced logistics environment, you'll be expected to drive projects quickly from concept to execution, ensuring that Moderna's global distribution remains seamless and responsive to business needs.

Here’s What You’ll Need (Basic Qualifications)

• A BS in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related technical field; a Master's degree or higher is preferred.

• At least 12 years of experience in Logistics, Supply Chain, Digital, with a focus on process and system management

Here’s What You’ll Bring to the Table (Preferred Qualifications)

• Experience with global 3PL integrations, transport management systems, logistics visibility platforms, and trade compliance systems.

• Knowledge of advanced technologies like IoT for logistics optimization.

• Proven ability to lead and manage large-scale change initiatives within logistics and distribution environments.

• Demonstrated success in working with regulatory affairs to ensure compliance with global distribution regulations.

• Excellent problem-solving capabilities and a strategic approach to overcoming logistical challenges.

• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with internal teams and external partners.

• A commitment to advancing Moderna's mission through the deployment of innovative and sustainable logistics solutions.

Moderna offers personalized benefit programs and well-being resources as unique as our global workforce so employees can do their best work.

We recognize and appreciate your diverse needs and interests and do our best to support you at work and at home with:

• Quality healthcare and insurance benefits
• Lifestyle Spending Accounts to create your own pathway to well-being
• Free premium access to fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness classes
• Family planning and adoption benefits
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, bank holidays, volunteer days, sabbatical, and a discretionary year-end shutdown
• Educational resources
• Savings and investments
• Location-specific perks and extras!

The benefits offered may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Moderna and the country where you work.

About Moderna

Since our founding in 2010, we have aspired to build the leading mRNA technology platform, the infrastructure to reimagine how medicines are created and delivered, and a world-class team. We believe in giving our people a platform to change medicine and an opportunity to change the world. 

By living our mission, values, and mindsets every day, our people are the driving force behind our scientific progress and our culture. Together, we are creating a culture of belonging and building an organization that cares deeply for our patients, our employees, the environment, and our communities.

We are proud to have been recognized as a Science Magazine Top Biopharma Employer, a Fast Company Best Workplace for Innovators, and a Great Place to Work in the U.S.

As we build our company, we have always believed an in-person culture is critical to our success. Moderna champions the significant benefits of in-office collaboration by embracing a 70/30 work model. This 70% in-office structure helps to foster a culture rich in innovation, teamwork, and direct mentorship. Join us in shaping a world where every interaction is an opportunity to learn, contribute and make a meaningful impact.

If you want to make a difference and join a team that is changing the future of medicine, we invite you to visit modernatx.com/careers to learn more about our current opportunities.

Moderna is a smoke-free, alcohol-free and drug-free work environment.

Moderna is a place where everyone can grow. If you meet the Basic Qualifications for the role and you would be excited to contribute to our mission every day, please apply!

Moderna 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 or citizenship, ethnicity, disability, military or protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

Belonging, Inclusion, and Diversity are critical to the success of our company and our impact on society. We’re focused on attracting, retaining, developing, and advancing our employees and believe that by cultivating diverse experiences, backgrounds, and ideas, we can provide an environment where every employee is able to contribute their best.

Moderna is committed to offering reasonable accommodations or adjustments to qualified job applicants with disabilities. Any applicant requiring an accommodation or adjustment in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should

contact the Accommodations and Adjustments team at leavesandaccommodations@modernatx.com.

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