Introduction to Ardena

As a leading Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO), Ardena partners with pharmaceutical companies of all sizes—from emerging biotech to global industry leaders—united by the mission to help biopharma innovators navigate drug development with precision, quality, and speed, bringing their molecules from discovery to the clinic and market. Our fully integrated services span drug substance and drug product development, manufacturing, nanomedicine, clinical logistics, bioanalytical services, state research, fill & finish, and CMC regulatory support.

With a rapidly growing international footprint, Ardena is home to over 750 professionals across six strategic locations—Belgium (Ghent), the Netherlands (Oss and Assen), Sweden (Södertälje), Spain (Pamplona), and Somerset, New Jersey (the US). Our open and transparent culture is built on collaboration, ownership, and innovation, guided by our We CARE values. We foster a communicative environment where mutual respect, accountability, and excellence empower our team.

We are looking for skilled and motivated professionals eager to grow their careers in an exciting and fast-paced environment. Whether you’re an experienced expert or just starting out, Ardena provides a dynamic workplace where you can contribute to meaningful drug development projects, expand your knowledge, and be part of a global team committed to making a difference. As an international organization, we help you navigate a career path that expands your possibilities beyond borders, opening doors to personal and professional growth without limits. Your potential to grow is limitless with us.

If you are ready to take on new opportunities, work alongside industry experts, and contribute to the future of medicine, Ardena is the place for you.
 

For the Ardena Business Unit based in Somerset (US), we are looking for a Senior Warehouse Operations Lead.

WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON

YOUR ROLE

The Senior Warehouse Operations Lead is responsible for overseeing daily warehouse activities with a focus on Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) operations, site materials logistics, and high‑integrity team leadership. This role ensures accurate inventory management, compliant movement of regulated materials, and smooth operational flow across the site. The Senior Lead serves as a hands‑on role model—demonstrating operational excellence, safety, and collaboration through their own actions.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Warehouse Operations Leadership

• Lead daily warehouse activities by providing clear direction, hands‑on support, and a strong example of safety, quality, and accountability.

• Promote a culture of operational discipline and continuous improvement by modeling expected behaviors and work standards.

• Coordinate workload, staff assignments, and priorities to meet service level, safety, and compliance requirements.

• Conduct regular safety audits, risk assessments, and training programs.

Inventory Control

• Ensure inventory accuracy through cycle counts, reconciliation, and adherence to proper storage and handling requirements.

• Support GDP, OSHA, CBP, and internal quality standards in all warehouse practices.

• Participate in investigations related to material discrepancies, inventory issues, or procedural deviations, driving corrective actions.

Site Materials Logistics – Pharma and Biotech

• Coordinate inbound and outbound material movements, with carriers and third-party logistics providers to optimize delivery performance including raw materials, components, finished goods, and temperature‑controlled items.

• Ensure timely, accurate staging and delivery of materials to support manufacturing, lab operations, and site functions.

• Maintain strong communication with procurement, quality, and production teams to prevent material shortages or delays.

• Monitor material flow, identify bottlenecks, and drive process improvements to optimize warehouse efficiency.

• Ensure compliance with FDA, DEA, CBP and international shipping regulations.

FTZ Administration

• Oversee all FTZ activities including material receipts, admissions, removals, transfers, and documentation.

• Maintain accurate and compliant FTZ records in accordance with U.S. Customs & Border Protection (CBP) regulations.

• Ensure proper execution of FTZ processes including weekly entry filings, inventory maintenance, and zone audits.

• Serve as the day‑to‑day point of contact for FTZ inquiries and support internal/external audits

YOUR PROFILE 

Education and Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in warehouse, preferably in pharma/biotech.

• Strong knowledge of WHS regulations, FTZ operations, and GMP/GDP standards.

• Proven leadership and team-building skills.

• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.

Knowledge/Skills:

• Strong interpersonal skills to influence, coach, and build trust across all levels of the organization.

• In-depth understanding of WHS regulations, OSHA standards, and risk mitigation strategies.

• Strong grasp of inventory control systems, including ERP and WMS platforms.

• Knowledge of pharmaceutical and biotech logistics, including cold chain management and regulatory compliance (FDA, DEA, GMP/GDP).

• Familiarity with FTZ operations, customs documentation, and CBP compliance protocols.

Physical Requirements:

• Individual may be required to sit, stand, walk regularly and occasionally lift up to 40 pounds. Specific vision requirements include reading of written documents and use of computer monitor screen frequently.

• On an average 8 hour day this position requires the ability to walk, sit and stand, use hands to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms at or above shoulder height and below waist height, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, talk and hear, smell, and lift up to 40 pounds

• May require use of a respirator

 WHAT WE OFFER

At Ardena, we recognize that our people drive our success. We offer:

✔ A competitive salary with a tailor-made benefits package, including: medical, dental and vision benefits effective day one of employment
✔ Paid Time Off
✔ A dynamic, global work environment with career growth opportunities
✔ Access to Ardena Academy, our internal learning platform for professional development
✔ A chance to contribute to groundbreaking drug development projects that make a real impact

The annual salary for this role is up to $74,000.00

HOW TO APPLY

Ready to start your career path with Ardena? Click the application button and join us in shaping the future of drug development!