Director, Logistics
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Location: San Diego, CA 92154
Description:
Description
Job Title:
Director, Logistics
Location:
San Diego, CA / Hybrid
Position type:
FLSA:
Full time
Exempt
Department:
Finance ID:
TD&O
7625-2025-1
Strive to Bring a Profound Difference to our Patients
At Avidity Biosciences, we are passionate about the impact of every employee in realizing our vision of improving people's lives by delivering a new class of RNA therapeutics. Avidity is revolutionizing the field of RNA with its proprietary AOCs, which are designed to combine the specificity of monoclonal antibodies with the precision of oligonucleotide therapies to address targets and diseases previously unreachable with existing RNA therapies. If you are a committed, solution-oriented thinker, join us in making a difference and become part of our growing culture that is integrated, collaborative, agile and focused on the needs of patients.
Avidity Biosciences, Inc.'s mission is to profoundly improve people's lives by delivering a new class of RNA therapeutics - Antibody Oligonucleotide Conjugates (AOCs). Utilizing its proprietary AOC platform, Avidity demonstrated the first-ever successful targeted delivery of RNA into muscle and is leading the field with clinical development programs for three rare muscle diseases: myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1), Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) and facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD). Avidity is broadening the reach of AOCs with its advancing and expanding pipeline, including programs in cardiology and immunology through internal discovery efforts and key partnerships. Avidity is headquartered in San Diego, CA. For more information about our AOC platform, clinical development pipeline, and people, please visit www.aviditybiosciences.com and engage with us on LinkedIn and Twitter.
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Director, Logistics to lead and optimize our global supply chain and distribution operations within the biopharmaceutical industry. This role is responsible for ensuring the efficient, compliant, and timely movement of all GMP and non-GMP shipments including, but not limited to materials, process intermediates, drug substances, drug products, and finished pharmaceutical products while adhering to Good Distribution Practices (GDP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of cold chain logistics, international shipping regulations, and supply chain risk management.
What You Will Contribute
Develop and implement logistics and warehousing strategies to optimize supply chain efficiency, cost, and reliability.
Oversee global transportation, warehousing, and distribution to ensure timely delivery of biopharmaceutical products.
Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost reduction while maintaining regulatory compliance.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including planning, manufacturing, quality assurance, regulatory affairs, and commercial operations.
Ensure compliance with FDA, EMA, and other global regulatory requirements related to biopharmaceutical logistics.
Oversee adherence to GDP, GMP, and cold chain logistics best practices.
Implement and maintain supply chain risk management strategies, including contingency planning for disruptions.
Ensure proper documentation and reporting for regulatory inspections and audits.
Oversee temperature-controlled logistics for biologics, cell and gene therapies, and other temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals.
Partner with logistics providers and carriers to ensure the integrity of shipments from manufacturing sites to distribution centers and customers.
Monitor and optimize packaging and storage solutions for pharmaceutical products requiring specialized handling.
Develop and manage relationships with third-party logistics (3PL) providers, couriers, and shipping partners.
Negotiate contracts and service agreements to ensure cost-effective and reliable logistics operations.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless coordination of supply chain activities.
Utilize logistics management systems (LMS), enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, and data analytics to monitor and improve performance.
Implement digital solutions for real-time tracking, shipment visibility, and predictive analytics to optimize logistics efficiency.
Leverage AI and automation to drive supply chain improvements and reduce operational risks.
What We Seek
What We Will Provide to You:
Avidity Biosciences
10578 Science Center Dr. Suite 125
San Diego, CA
92121
O: 858-401-7900
F: 858-401-7901
Job Title:
Director, Logistics
Location:
San Diego, CA / Hybrid
Position type:
FLSA:
Full time
Exempt
Department:
Finance ID:
TD&O
7625-2025-1
Strive to Bring a Profound Difference to our Patients
At Avidity Biosciences, we are passionate about the impact of every employee in realizing our vision of improving people's lives by delivering a new class of RNA therapeutics. Avidity is revolutionizing the field of RNA with its proprietary AOCs, which are designed to combine the specificity of monoclonal antibodies with the precision of oligonucleotide therapies to address targets and diseases previously unreachable with existing RNA therapies. If you are a committed, solution-oriented thinker, join us in making a difference and become part of our growing culture that is integrated, collaborative, agile and focused on the needs of patients.
Avidity Biosciences, Inc.'s mission is to profoundly improve people's lives by delivering a new class of RNA therapeutics - Antibody Oligonucleotide Conjugates (AOCs). Utilizing its proprietary AOC platform, Avidity demonstrated the first-ever successful targeted delivery of RNA into muscle and is leading the field with clinical development programs for three rare muscle diseases: myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1), Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) and facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD). Avidity is broadening the reach of AOCs with its advancing and expanding pipeline, including programs in cardiology and immunology through internal discovery efforts and key partnerships. Avidity is headquartered in San Diego, CA. For more information about our AOC platform, clinical development pipeline, and people, please visit www.aviditybiosciences.com and engage with us on LinkedIn and Twitter.
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Director, Logistics to lead and optimize our global supply chain and distribution operations within the biopharmaceutical industry. This role is responsible for ensuring the efficient, compliant, and timely movement of all GMP and non-GMP shipments including, but not limited to materials, process intermediates, drug substances, drug products, and finished pharmaceutical products while adhering to Good Distribution Practices (GDP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of cold chain logistics, international shipping regulations, and supply chain risk management.
What You Will Contribute
- Strategic Leadership & Supply Chain Optimization
Develop and implement logistics and warehousing strategies to optimize supply chain efficiency, cost, and reliability.
Oversee global transportation, warehousing, and distribution to ensure timely delivery of biopharmaceutical products.
Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost reduction while maintaining regulatory compliance.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including planning, manufacturing, quality assurance, regulatory affairs, and commercial operations.
- Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management
Ensure compliance with FDA, EMA, and other global regulatory requirements related to biopharmaceutical logistics.
Oversee adherence to GDP, GMP, and cold chain logistics best practices.
Implement and maintain supply chain risk management strategies, including contingency planning for disruptions.
Ensure proper documentation and reporting for regulatory inspections and audits.
- Cold Chain & Specialty Logistics Management
Oversee temperature-controlled logistics for biologics, cell and gene therapies, and other temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals.
Partner with logistics providers and carriers to ensure the integrity of shipments from manufacturing sites to distribution centers and customers.
Monitor and optimize packaging and storage solutions for pharmaceutical products requiring specialized handling.
- Vendor & Stakeholder Management
Develop and manage relationships with third-party logistics (3PL) providers, couriers, and shipping partners.
Negotiate contracts and service agreements to ensure cost-effective and reliable logistics operations.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless coordination of supply chain activities.
- Technology & Data-Driven Decision Making
Utilize logistics management systems (LMS), enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, and data analytics to monitor and improve performance.
Implement digital solutions for real-time tracking, shipment visibility, and predictive analytics to optimize logistics efficiency.
Leverage AI and automation to drive supply chain improvements and reduce operational risks.
What We Seek
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 10+ years of experience in logistics, supply chain, or operations, with at least 5 years in the biopharma or life sciences industry.
- Proven expertise in cold chain logistics, GDP/GMP compliance, and global supply chain regulations.
- Strong leadership experience, with the ability to manage teams and drive strategic initiatives.
- Experience working with 3PLs, freight forwarders, and regulatory agencies.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and negotiation skills.
- Familiarity with ERP systems, or other supply chain management software is preferred.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, ensuring clear and timely interactions across teams and vendors.
- Proficiency with Office 365 applications (Word, Excel, Outlook), Smartsheet, or similar tools for data analysis and reporting.
- Problem-solving mindset and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced, global environment.
- A Customer service approach
- Flexibility with working hours as needed based on business requirements.
What We Will Provide to You:
- The base salary range for this role is $209K-$231K. The final compensation will be commensurate with relevant experience, skillset, internal equity, and market factors.
- Avidity offers competitive compensation and benefits, including the opportunity for annual and spot bonuses, stock options, RSUs, and a 401(k) with an employer match. In addition, the comprehensive wellness program includes coverage for medical, dental, vision, and LTD and four weeks of time off.
- A commitment to learning and development, which includes a variety of programming internally developed by and for Avidity employees, opportunities for job-specific training offered by industry, and an education reimbursement program.
Avidity Biosciences
10578 Science Center Dr. Suite 125
San Diego, CA
92121
O: 858-401-7900
F: 858-401-7901