Orca Bio · 5 days ago
Specialist, Logistics Program
Sacramento, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$60K/yr - $90K/yr
2+ years expOrca Bio is a late-stage biotechnology company focused on redefining the transplant process through next-generation cell therapies. The Specialist, Logistics Program is responsible for ensuring the secure and timely transport of donor cells and drug products, coordinating logistics with internal and external stakeholders, and maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements.
Health CareMedicalPharmaceutical
Responsibilities
Schedule couriers to facilitate donor cell pickups and deliveries to Orca Bio manufacturing sites in Sacramento
Coordinate outbound shipments of patient drug products to recipient sites
Manage flight and travel logistics for couriers, liaising with airlines and travel providers
Actively monitor shipments and proactively resolve any delays or issues in real time
Communicate changes urgently and professionally with all impacted stakeholders
Partner with clinical schedulers and commercial case managers to troubleshoot and triage non-routine issues during transports
Ensure all documentation and compliance requirements for pickups and deliveries are met
Support communication flow between internal teams, couriers, and external partners to ensure secure and timely deliveries
Liaise with third-party couriers and troubleshoot transportation issues as they arise
Review and approve courier invoices; assist in performance tracking and optimization
Contribute to training materials and ensure the courier team remains compliant and current
Continuously evaluate and improve logistics workflows to support operational scalability
Participate in on-call coverage during active courier transports to handle non-routine issues
Assist with additional logistics and operations-related projects as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelors degree and 2–3 years of relevant logistics experience required
Proven success in logistics coordination, preferably in a regulated environment
Familiarity with handling biological materials and associated transportation regulations is a plus
Proficiency in logistics tracking systems or software required
Must have visual acuity of 20/20 (corrected or uncorrected) and normal color vision to safely perform critical tasks such as visual inspection of materials, equipment, and labeling, including distinguishing color-coded components in a GMP environment
Must be able to meet cleanroom gowning requirements, including wearing full gowning (face coverings, gloves, hoods, goggles) for extended periods, as needed
Must be able to work at either Orca Bio Sacramento location (3400 Business Dr. or 7910 Metro Air Pkwy) based on operational needs
Must be comfortable regularly participating in video-based meetings
May be required to work scheduled overtime, weekends, or holidays based on business needs
Preferred
B.S. in biology, life sciences, or logistics preferred
Logistics or courier coordination in fast-paced, time-sensitive industries (e.g., healthcare, biotech, or medical transport)
Working with regulated materials, such as biological specimens or pharmaceuticals, with knowledge of chain-of-custody, IATA, or DOT compliance
Real-time problem-solving and communication during transport disruptions or delays
Managing relationships with vendors, third-party couriers, airlines, and internal stakeholders simultaneously
Exposure to continuous improvement efforts, workflow scaling, or SOP development
Familiarity with logistics tools and platforms such as shipment tracking systems, Google Workspace, Smartsheet, or equivalent
Benefits
Pre-IPO equity
Competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits
Flexible PTO
401(k) plan
Life and accidental death and disability coverage
Parental leave benefits
Free daily lunches and snacks at our on-site locations
Company
Orca Bio
Orca Bio is a clinical-stage cell therapy company dedicated to delivering curative medicine to patients.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$542MKey Investors
Lightspeed Venture PartnersSilicon Valley Bank
2026-01-09Series F· $250M
2026-01-09Debt Financing· $100M
2020-06-17Series D· $192M
Leadership Team
J
Jeroen Bekaert
Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
2026-01-16
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