Shipping Supervisor

Shipping Supervisor

Who we are

Almac Group is a global leader in advancing human health. We provide a range of expert services across the drug development lifecycle to pharmaceutical and biotech companies, supporting them in finding treatments for patients.

Location: Craigavon
Hours / Shifts / Pattern: 40hrs per week, Evening Shift Monday – Friday (Flex 3pm or 3:30pm – 11:30pm or 12am)
Business Unit: Almac Clinical Services

Open To: Internal and External Applicants
Ref No.: HRJOB12070

The Opportunity

Almac Clinical Services provides a range of services to support the global delivery of clinical trials, helping ensure vital clinical supplies reach patients accurately, safely and on time.

We’re delighted to offer an opportunity for a Shipping Supervisor to join our Distribution team at our Craigavon site.

In this role, you will support the Distribution Team Leader and Distribution Manager with the day-to-day supervision of the Distribution function. You’ll help coordinate a busy operation covering the receipt and processing of distribution orders, preparation of documentation, picking and packing of materials and the onward movement of clinical supplies.

Working closely with colleagues across the department, you’ll ensure workloads are effectively planned and prioritised, materials are accurately controlled and handled, and activities are completed in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures, current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) and the principles of ALCOA.

As a supervisor, you’ll also play an important role in supporting and developing the team, maintaining effective communication across shifts and departments, and helping resolve operational issues to ensure client requirements and department priorities are delivered effectively.

Key responsibilities include:

• Support the day-to-day supervision of Distribution operations
• Coordinate workloads and priorities across the Distribution team
• Ensure materials are controlled, handled and stored correctly throughout the distribution process
• Ensure activities are completed in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures and cGMP requirements
• Promote effective communication between teams and shifts
• Support the effective use of COSMOS and adherence to ALCOA principles
• Review and update Distribution Standard Operating Procedures as required
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping, cleanliness and audit readiness
• Monitor material, staffing and transport requirements
• Support the investigation and timely resolution of issues relating to customer orders
• Build positive working relationships across Distribution and the wider business

The role may also extend to provide Distribution Supervisor coverage for our Dundalk facility where required.

Joining Almac means becoming part of a fast-paced, growing organisation within a highly regulated industry. We offer a supportive and collaborative working environment, with excellent opportunities for learning, development and long-term career progression across the Almac Group.

Our approach is simple: we support, develop and reward our people, build fulfilling careers and together we advance human health. More information can be found here: Life at Almac - Almac.

What you need to be successful

We’re looking for an organised and confident supervisor who can effectively coordinate people and priorities within a busy Distribution environment while maintaining a strong focus on quality and accuracy.

To be considered for this opportunity, you should have:

• A third-level qualification OR significant experience in a similar role
• Previous experience working within a Distribution or Warehousing environment
• Previous supervisory experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and Outlook
• Proven ability to follow written work instructions
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to plan and prioritise a varied, high-volume workload while maintaining accuracy
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to process and analyse large amounts of information

Desirable criteria include:

• A third-level qualification in a science discipline
• A recognised Health and Safety qualification
• Experience working within a Clinical Trial environment
• Experience supervising suppliers and carriers within a cGMP environment
• Experience preparing written reports in a work environment
• Previous experience using Microsoft Access
• An understanding of key HR processes, including appraisal, disciplinary and grievance procedures

Applicants must have eligibility to work in the UK/IE with no restrictions OR possess a valid work permit that will allow you to take up full-time employment in the UK/IE.

Further information

For further information on the essential and desirable criteria required for this role, please review the Job Description attached to the online job posting.

Please note: During periods of high-volume work, this role may require additional coverage outside normal working hours. The role may also require Distribution Supervisor coverage at the Dundalk facility.

A fantastic salary and benefits package is available, including annual bonus, generous holiday allowance, healthcare reimbursement scheme, and a rewarding role where your work contributes to the advancement of human health.

How to apply

Apply online and tailor your CV to outline how you meet the role criteria. Please upload your CV in PDF format where possible.

Closing Date

We will no longer be accepting applications after 5pm on Sunday 29th November 2026.

RECRUITMENT AGENCIES PLEASE NOTE:

Almac will only accept applications from agencies/business partners that have been invited to work on this role by our Talent Acquisition team. Speculative candidate CVs received or submitted directly to Hiring Managers will be considered unsolicited and no fee will be payable. Thank you for your cooperation.