Logistics Coordinator
Location: Macclesfield, UK
AstraZeneca’s Clinical Manufacturing & Supply (CM&S) organisation plays a vital role in delivering medicines to patients participating in our global clinical trials. CM&S is responsible for the end‑to‑end supply of products — from planning and drug substance manufacture through to drug product, packaging, distribution and delivery to depots and investigator sites.
Within CM&S, the Clinical Logistics team ensures that all distribution and logistics requirements are met across our global clinical supply chains. We are now seeking a Clinical Logistics Coordinator to support delivery and contribute to the continuous improvement of our clinical distribution network.
About the Role
As part of the Clinical Logistics team, you will support task‑based activities across the clinical supply chain, ensuring shipments are delivered efficiently, compliantly and on time. You will work closely with internal teams and external logistics partners to maintain high operational performance and support the delivery of AstraZeneca’s clinical distribution strategy.
This role operates in full compliance with SHE and GXP standards.
Key Responsibilities
1. Support achievement of logistics lead times, First Subject In (FSI) and Right‑First‑Time targets.
2. Provide dedicated logistics support for assigned clinical studies.
3. Liaise with external logistics partners to ensure timely and accurate execution of shipments.
4. Ensure all required import/export documentation is prepared and provided.
5. Handle and respond to queries received via the Logistics mailbox.
6. Contribute to operational performance monitoring and support improvement initiatives, including ownership of smaller projects.
7. Support the development and maintenance of processes, tools, templates, guidance and training materials.
8. Act as a key contact for internal and external stakeholders.
9. Build personal expertise and knowledge within clinical logistics.
10. Support the Senior Director, Clinical Logistics, in delivering the overall clinical distribution strategy.
Essential Requirements
11. Education aligned to CV (, supply chain, logistics, business or related field).
12. Experience in a supply chain or logistics environment.
13. Desire to grow and develop within the logistics area of the clinical supply chain.
14. Strong analytical skills.
15. Clear and confident communication skills; able to identify and communicate key issues.
16. Proficient English.
Desirable Requirements
17. Degree or equivalent experience in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business or a related field.
18. Experience with Lean tools and methodologies.
19. Familiarity with the pharmaceutical or clinical supply chain environment.
20. Solid understanding of the logistics industry, including relevant government agencies and regulatory requirements for product distribution.
Why Join Us
This is an opportunity to contribute to a function that directly supports the delivery of medicines to patients worldwide. You’ll join a collaborative, fast‑paced team where improvement, excellence and patient focus are at the heart of everything we do.
Date Posted
20-Apr-2026
Closing Date
04-May-2026Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form.