Director, Global Logistics
Description
At Insmed, every moment and every patient counts — and so does every person who joins in. As a global biopharmaceutical company dedicated to transforming the lives of patients with serious and rare diseases, you’ll be part of a community that prioritizes the human experience, celebrates curiosity, and values every person’s contributions to meaningful progress. That commitment has earned us recognition as Science magazine’s No. 1 Top Employer for five consecutive years, certification as a Great Place to Work® in the U.S., and a place on The Sunday Times Best Places to Work list in the UK.
For patients, for each other, and for the future of science, we’re in. Are you?
About the Role
The Director of Supply Chain & Logistics is responsible for leading Insmed's global logistics operations supporting Commercial, Clinical and Research & We’re looking for a Director of Supply Chain & Logistics to help us expand what’s possible for patients with serious diseases. Reporting to the Executive Director, Supply Chain & Logistics, you’ll lead Insmed's global logistics operations supporting Commercial, Clinical and Research & Development organizations. This role provides strategic and operational leadership for domestic and international transportation, import/export compliance, warehousing and distribution activities across a global outsourced manufacturing network.
You’ll be the business owner for logistics operations and external logistics partners, ensuring compliant, reliable and cost-effective movement and storage of materials and products. The role leads logistics-related projects including new product launches, new distribution models, external warehouse implementations, transportation network changes, CDMO onboarding, and continuous improvement initiatives.
What You'll Do
In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to manage a team of Logistics Managers, develop logistics strategy, drive vendor performance through KPIs and governance, manage departmental budgets, and partner cross-functionally with Technical Operations, Clinical Supply Chain, R&D, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, Finance and Commercial organizations to ensure uninterrupted supply. You’ll also:
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Develop and execute the global logistics strategy supporting Commercial, Clinical, and R&D operations, ensuring scalable capabilities to support company growth.
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Assess geopolitical, trade, transportation, and regulatory risks, developing mitigation strategies to strengthen supply chain resilience and business continuity.
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Drive logistics process standardization and continuous improvement initiatives to improve service, compliance, and operational efficiency.
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Oversee domestic and international transportation, warehousing, and distribution operations, ensuring compliant, reliable, and cost-effective movement of commercial products, clinical materials, APIs, drug product, and development materials.
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Lead transportation disruption management, business continuity planning, and logistics performance through KPIs including service, cost, transit time, customs clearance, and cold chain performance.
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Optimize transportation networks, inventory positioning, distribution strategies, and warehouse operations to support business objectives .
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Own global import/export, customs, and trade compliance activities, ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations and Good Distribution Practices.
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Monitor changes in global trade regulations, tariffs, sanctions, and customs requirements, assessing business impact and leading implementation of required operational changes.
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Partner with Customs Brokers, Freight Forwarders, Legal, Regulatory Affairs, Finance, and other stakeholders to ensure compliant and efficient global product movement.
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Lead logistics workstreams supporting product launches, manufacturing transfers, new CDMO onboarding, warehouse implementations, transportation network changes, and other strategic supply chain initiatives.
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Manage strategic relationships with third-party logistics providers, freight forwarders, customs brokers, warehouse providers, and specialty logistics partners through governance, performance metrics, and continuous improvement.
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Evaluate business cases and recommend logistics investments that improve operational performance, resilience, and total landed cost.
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Serve as the logistics and global trade subject matter expert, partnering across Commercial, Clinical, R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, Finance, and senior leadership to support strategic business objectives and ensure uninterrupted global supply.
Who You Are
You have a Bachelor’s degree along with 10 years o f experience in supply chain, logistics or operations within biotechnology, pharmaceutical or life sciences industries .
You are or you also have:
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Experience supporting commercial product distribution
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Demonstrated leadership experience managing and developing high-performing teams
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Deep knowledge of global transportation, warehousing and import/export operations
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Strong understanding of pharmaceutical Good Distribution Practices (GDP)
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Experience managing temperature-controlled and high-value pharmaceutical shipments
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Strong vendor management and supplier governance experience
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Experience leading logistics operations across multiple regions and external manufacturing partners
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Strong financial acumen including budgeting, forecasting and cost optimization
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Excellent negotiation and influencing skills
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Strong executive communication and presentation skills
Nice to have (but not required )
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MBA or Master's degree
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Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, Business or related discipline
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Experience supporting clinical supply chains and/or R&D operations
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Experience working within a virtual manufacturing environment utilizing CDMOs and third-party logistics providers
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Global product launches r are disease or specialty pharmaceuticals
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Cold chain logistics
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Clinical trial logistics
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Customs valuation and trade compliance
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Dangerous goods transportation
Where You’ll Work
This role is based out of our Bridgewater, NJ office and requires an in-person presence 2-3 days a week to support hands-on collaboration, access specialized equipment, and/or operational needs.
Travel Requirements
This role requires occasional travel ( approximately 10 % – 20 %)
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Pay Range:
$177,000.00-242,000.00 Annual
Life at Insmed
At Insmed, you’ll find a culture as human as our mission—intentionally designed for the people behind it. You deserve a workplace that reflects the same care you bring to your work each day, with support for how you work, how you grow, and how you show up for patients, your team, and yourself.
Highlights of our U.S. offerings include:
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Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage and mental health support, annual wellbeing reimbursement, and access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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Generous paid time off policies, fertility and family-forming benefits, caregiver support, and flexible work schedules with purposeful in-person collaboration
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401(k) plan with a competitive company match, annual equity awards, and participation in our Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), and company-paid life and disability insurance
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Company Learning Institute providing access to LinkedIn Learning, skill building workshops, leadership programs, mentorship connections, and networking opportunities
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Employee resource groups, service and recognition programs, and meaningful opportunities to connect, volunteer, and give back
Eligibility for specific programs may vary and is subject to the terms and conditions of each plan.
Current Insmed Employees: Please apply via the Jobs Hub in Workday.
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