Logistics Planner

ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation. From molecule to medicine, we advance clinical research providing outsourced services to pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device and government and public health organisations. With our patients at the centre of all that we do, we help to accelerate the development of drugs and devices that save lives and improve quality of life. Our people are our greatest strength, are at the core of our culture, and the driving force behind our success. ICON people have a mission to succeed and a passion that ensures what we do, we do well.

Need to be local to PA. Currently fully remote. But may require 1-2 days a week in Lansdale, PA in the future. 

What do you need to have?

• Responsible for coordination and transfer of materials from storage locations
• Converts SAP stock transfer requests to stock transfer orders
• Responsible for creation of logistics documentation supporting transfer activities
• Responsible for processing shipments to ASM depots based on MRP for stock transfer orders
• Coordinates resolution of depot service-related invoice issues for ASM team
• Provides support information to ASM PPM’s as needed
• May support issues with depot to site shipments
• Works with supplier depot personnel ensuring timely receipt of stock
• Manages return to stock needs
• May supports maintaining adequate stock of ancillary materials in scope
• Works with Merck Logistics lead and suppliers to raise process issues
• Make recommendations for process improvements & improved ways of working
• Supports country operations with timely resolution to depot supply and logistics issues
• May support implementation of new depot transitions
• Supports special projects and business initiatives as needed

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, preferably in a business or scientific discipline
• Experience within pharmaceutical industry preferred
• Experience with supporting clinical trials preferred
• Prior supply chain, inventory management, & logistics knowledge, 1 plus overall years of experience preferred
• One or more years of SAP experience preferred

Benefits of Working in ICON:

Our success depends on the knowledge, capabilities and quality of our people. That’s why we are committed to developing our employees in a continuous learning culture – one where we challenge you with engaging work and where every experience adds to your professional development.

At ICON, our focus is to provide you with a comprehensive and competitive total reward package that comprises, not only an excellent level of base pay, but also a wide range of variable pay and recognition programs. In addition, our best in class employee benefits, supportive policies and wellbeing initiatives are tailored to support you and your family at all stages of your career - both now, and into the future.

ICON, including subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer and is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know.