Director - Commercial Launch Logistics Management US
Required skills
- Commercial Launch Logistics Management
- US Distribution Network
- pharmaceutical logistics
- biotech logistics
- supply chain operations
- 3PLs
- specialty distributors
- wholesale channels
- US state licensing
- Designated Representative
Nice to have
- Director
- Regional Logistics Operations
- BioNTech
- immunotherapies
- innovative therapies
Role summary
BioNTech is seeking a Director - Commercial Launch Logistics Management US to lead the development and operational readiness of their US logistics and distribution network. This role is crucial for successful market entry and commercialization, ensuring seamless product launches and regulatory compliance. The position involves managing specialty distributors and logistics partners, acting as the primary logistics interface for the US Commercial organization, and establishing logistics processes and SOPs. Key responsibilities include overseeing regulatory compliance across all US states, managing warehouse and transportation setups for GDP compliance, and integrating Lead-to-Cash (L2C) processes. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, 8+ years of experience in pharmaceutical or biotech logistics in the US market, proven expertise in scaling distribution networks, and strong knowledge of US state licensing and GDP requirements.
New Jersey, US; Gaithersburg, US | full time | Job ID: 11485
About the Role:
As the Commercial Logistics Lead for US Distribution, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring BioNTech's successful market entry and commercialization efforts in the United States. Reporting to the Director of Regional Logistics Operations US, you will lead the development and operational readiness of our logistics and distribution network. Your work will directly contribute to ensuring seamless product launches, compliance with regulatory standards, and alignment with BioNTech's mission to improve global health through innovative therapies. This role offers a dynamic environment where cross-functional collaboration and strategic execution are key to success.
Your Contribution:
• Drive the end-to-end implementation and operational readiness of the US distribution network, including onboarding and managing specialty distributors and logistics partners
• Act as the primary logistics interface for the US Commercial organization, aligning commercial strategies with operational execution
• Lead the setup and integration of Lead-to-Cash (L2C) processes, ensuring smooth order fulfillment, invoicing flows, and data integration
• Establish logistics processes, SOPs, and governance structures required for US market entry and commercialization
• Oversee regulatory compliance across all US states, including acting as (or managing) the Designated Representative for state licenses under DSCSA regulations
• Manage operational implementation of warehouse and transportation setups to ensure GDP compliance and scalability
A Good Match:
• Bachelor's degree, 8 plus years in pharmaceutical or biotech logistics, distribution, or supply chain operations within the US market
• Proven expertise in setting up or scaling distribution networks involving 3PLs, specialty distributors, group purchasing organizations, or wholesale channels
• Strong understanding of US state licensing requirements and experience as a Designated Representative (License Holder)
• Hands-on experience with Lead-to-Cash (L2C) processes, system integrations (e.g., ERP, EDI), and commercial launch readiness
• Solid knowledge of GDP requirements, warehousing operations in regulated environments, and specialty distribution networks
• Entrepreneurial mindset with demonstrated project leadership skills across complex implementations involving multiple stakeholders
Join us in shaping the future of healthcare by building scalable logistics operations that ensure patients receive life-changing therapies efficiently.
Your remuneration:
Expected Pay Range: $168,100/year to $268,700/year + benefits, annual bonus & equity (bonus and equity is variable and dependent on company and individual performance). Compensation for the role will depend on several factors, including responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
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Do you have any questions?
Please contact jobs@biontech.de with reference to the job ID.
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