Senior Specialist, Commercial Logistics

Vericel® Corporation

. Manage and continuously improve commercial logistics operations supporting Vericel’s Burn and Cartilage Care franchises .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeBurlington • Massachusetts • United StatesSenior💰 $100,000 - $113,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing logistics operations within the healthcare sector, focusing on supply chain efficiency, vendor management, and cross-functional collaboration. Proficient in utilizing logistics software and advanced Excel for data analysis and process improvement.

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Supply Chain Logistics ManagementVendor Relationship ManagementLogistics Software ProficiencyProject CoordinationHealthcare Industry Experience

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Hard Skills

Logistics OperationsInventory ManagementProcess ImprovementBudget ManagementData Analysis

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationCollaborationOrganizational SkillsProblem-SolvingAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

Salesforce CRMMicrosoft Office SuiteConcurVeevaEProcurement Systems

Industry Keywords

BiotechnologyPharmaceuticalMedical DeviceCommercial OperationsSurgical Instruments

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage and continuously improve commercial logistics operations supporting Vericel’s Burn and Cartilage Care franchises
Own final product delivery logistics, surgical instrument and consignment programs, logistics vendors, and related systems
Collaborate with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Operations, Sales Leadership, Finance, external vendors, and Vericel UK
Establish and monitor logistics performance measures and lead process improvements
Plan final delivery of MACI implants and Epicel grafts
Coordinate weekly transport of MACI patient lots from Vericel and two specialty pharmacies
Provide accurate airwaybills to QA and adjust schedules or pickup times with Operations and couriers
Monitor shipments and triage delays, losses, and last-minute changes
Communicate delivery changes with specialty pharmacies and significant delays with Sales and Sales Leadership
Integrate the logistics platform with Salesforce CRM to improve visibility and analytics
Manage logistics vendor performance and spend, identify cost-saving opportunities, and establish service expectations
Manage the surgical tray consignment program, including quarterly audits and inventory levels based on forecasts
Manage the Move Medical arthroscopic instrument inventory platform
Enhance SOPs for sales teams, Supply Chain, Sales Operations, and instrument manufacturing
Conduct quarterly audits of field trunk stock and manage home-office inventory for surgeon training
Support development and commercialization of sellable surgical trays and durable and single-use instruments for U.S. and UK markets
Design and manage instrument sales processes with Sales, Supply Chain, and Finance
Support pricing implementation and Value Analysis Committee requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain logistics, healthcare administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum of 5 years of experience in supply chain logistics, commercial operations, sales operations, project coordination, or a related business function
Experience coordinating multiple projects, events, or operational initiatives simultaneously while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Experience managing vendor relationships, budgets, purchase orders, contracts, and invoice reconciliation
Proficiency with logistics software and Microsoft Office Suite
Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills
Experience with Concur, Veeva, eProcurement systems, Adobe Acrobat Pro, Adobe Connect, or similar business applications is preferred
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams and external partners
Experience within the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or medical device industry preferred
Experience supporting field-based commercial or sales organizations with inventory management, or medical device logistics preferred
Ability to independently manage projects from planning through execution while balancing competing priorities
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail
Experience developing and improving operational processes and identifying efficiency opportunities
Ability to build collaborative relationships, deliver outstanding internal customer service, and adapt to changing business priorities

Benefits

Comp & perks

Mission-driven work helping bring potentially life-enhancing cell therapies to patients
Career growth opportunities in a growing organization
Collaborative, supportive cross-functional culture
Bonus and incentive pay may be provided
Equity may be provided
Benefits may be provided
Flexible hours to monitor deliveries and triage as needed