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Mia Mifsud

San Diego,CA

Summary

Highly motivated Clinical Distribution Project Manager with 6+ years’ experience in supply chain and logistics across diverse industries. Skilled in managing end-to-end clinical material distribution, optimizing processes, and ensuring GMP/GDP compliance. Strong track record in client and vendor relationship management, anticipating project needs, and delivering efficient, high-quality solutions on time. Committed to supporting Xencor’s mission through reliable and compliant clinical supply chain operations.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Distribution Project Manager

PCI Pharma Services
06.2024 - Current
  • Serve as primary contacts for 22 clients for storage and distribution projects, managing all communications, timelines, and deliverables to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business
  • Prepare custom Logistics Instructions for each clinical study, outlining packaging, storage, and distribution requirements in compliance with GMP/GDP standards
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams (Quality, Regulatory, Packaging, Manufacturing) to ensure timely, compliant delivery of clinical materials and proactive resolution of shipping excursions and import/export clearance issues
  • Oversee end-to-end distribution lifecycle—from order receipt and inventory management to shipment acknowledgment, returns, accountability reporting, and final closeout
  • Manage drug returns and destruction processes, ensuring compliance with client specifications and regulatory guidelines
  • Conduct quote reviews and scope assessments, initiating change orders when necessary and monitoring budgets to prevent scope creep
  • Mentor and coach Associate Clinical Project Managers, providing guidance on best practices, client communication, and project delivery
  • Support Business Development in preparing quotations and resupply plans for prospective and existing clients
  • Host and facilitate client audits and site visits, presenting project status, process controls, and compliance documentation

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Project Coordinator

San Diego Gas & Electric (SDGE)
07.2023 - Current
  • Coordinate regular project meetings, prepare agendas, document minutes, and follow up on action items, promoting effective communication within the team
  • Prepare detailed progress reports, providing stakeholders with clear insights into project performance and areas for improvement
  • Liaison between key stakeholders and contractors
  • Collaborate seamlessly with onsite managers from diverse departments, offering additional support to ensure the smooth execution of cross-functional initiatives

Account Manager II

Flock Freight (Tech/Logistics)
08.2022 - 04.2023
  • Fostered and built successful relationships with 60+ accounts bringing in over $400K in monthly revenue
  • Pulled and analyzed data to identify compelling and actionable insights that drove customer growth and expansion opportunities
  • Worked proactively to mitigate risk and take ownership on all customer escalations to drive issue resolution quickly and efficiently
  • De-escalated customer interactions by providing alternative tactics to solving problems and satisfying customer needs
  • Hosted monthly and quarterly business reviews to uncover solutions and identify revenue opportunities

Supply Chain Manager

Manna Health (Nutraceuticals/Vitamins)
12.2020 - 07.2022
  • Managed production schedule and inventory forecasting
  • Tracked inventory levels of finished goods and components, analyzing data to determine root issue
  • Maintained safety stock levels for all products and components
  • Sourced raw ingredients domestically and internationally for production of finished product
  • Negotiated pricing with vendors while maintaining strong & positive relationships
  • Managed orders for raw ingredients, packaging, and equipment
  • Reconciled in-house inventory monthly using ERP systems & cycle counts
  • Worked with freight forwarder to import raw materials
  • Assisted in R&D and manufacturing with cGMP processes and procedures
  • Managed inventory levels on Amazon Marketplace

Key Account Manager/ Logistics Coordinator

Acai Roots (Food Manufacturer)
02.2019 - 12.2020
  • Managed customer service of 30+ key accounts and large retailers
  • Handled all operational responsibilities, ensuring timely fulfillment of customer orders and accurate setup of accounts
  • Planned, coordinated, and monitored logistics operations such as warehousing, inventory, transportation, and manufacturing
  • Maintained professional & strong relationships with external manufacturers, understanding lead-time, capabilities, and hinderances
  • Coordinated orders with carriers and warehouses to ensure nationwide product delivery
  • Managed inventory levels at 6 3PL warehouses using excel, transferring product as needed to maintain sufficient stock levels
  • Provided pricing to new and existing accounts
  • Processed POs and submitted payment of invoices
  • Optimized financial spend by evaluating competing domestic carrier rates

Inventory & Logistics Coordinator

Live Commerce (B2C ecommerce)
07.2018 - 01.2019
  • Owned the order process for new and existing products
  • Researched and analyzed trending products on Alibaba
  • Obtained quotes for specific products, negotiated pricing with vendors
  • Established relationships with both US and international vendors
  • Gathered international freight quotes for shipping of products
  • Handled and coordinated shipments with freight forwarder
  • Managed product activity for two separate fulfillment centers

Purchasing Coordinator/Documentation & Compliancy

Robanda International (Beauty Products Manufacturer)
09.2017 - 05.2018
  • Created new POs for existing and new product items
  • Managed and closely watched inventory counts for 40+ SKUs
  • Verified receipt of items by comparing items delivered to items ordered
  • Acquired freight quotes on shipping of goods internationally and domestically
  • Negotiated pricing with vendors
  • Obtained and updated all company documentation from multiple labs for products
  • Maintained and updated product information digitally as product ingredients changed

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies

California State University, Long Beach

Skills

  • Supply Chain
  • Project planning
  • Team collaboration
  • Problem Solving
  • Communication
  • Multi-Tasking
  • Strategy
  • Mentoring
  • Microsoft Suite
  • Oracle JD Edwards
  • Smartsheets
  • Quickbooks
  • Katana (Manufacturing/Inventory)
  • Slack

Timeline

Distribution Project Manager

PCI Pharma Services
06.2024 - Current

Project Coordinator

San Diego Gas & Electric (SDGE)
07.2023 - Current

Account Manager II

Flock Freight (Tech/Logistics)
08.2022 - 04.2023

Supply Chain Manager

Manna Health (Nutraceuticals/Vitamins)
12.2020 - 07.2022

Key Account Manager/ Logistics Coordinator

Acai Roots (Food Manufacturer)
02.2019 - 12.2020

Inventory & Logistics Coordinator

Live Commerce (B2C ecommerce)
07.2018 - 01.2019

Purchasing Coordinator/Documentation & Compliancy

Robanda International (Beauty Products Manufacturer)
09.2017 - 05.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies

California State University, Long Beach
Mia Mifsud