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Tina Klejko

Expeditors International
NEW LENOX
1
Certification
33
years of professional experience

Accomplished Logistics Professional with over 30 years of experience in the transportation industry, specializing in the pharmaceutical sector since 2016. Expertise in managing Good Distribution Practice (GDP) compliance, overseeing temperature-controlled warehouse operations, conducting thorough audits of service providers and leading Customer audits. Proven ability to implement and optimize inventory management systems and develop customer-specific Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for effective lane and route management. Committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality and regulatory compliance, driving operational excellence, and ensuring the integrity of pharmaceutical products throughout the supply chain.

To obtain a GDP Compliance Manager position where I can leverage my extensive logistics experience and in-depth knowledge of regulatory standards to enhance compliance and operational efficiency in pharmaceutical distribution.

Work History

Supervisor Global Transcon, GDP Quality and Compliance

23 Years 5 Months
Expeditors International | 02.2003 - Current
  • Supervise inbound and outbound domestic operations, leading a team of 18 to ensure efficient logistics and compliance in pharmaceutical distribution.
  • Established and managed a temperature-controlled facility, becoming a designated responsible person for GDP compliance.
  • Conducted comprehensive customer audits for pharmaceutical companies as the lead auditor, ensuring adherence to GDP standards. Audited service providers, transportation companies, warehouses, and airlines.
  • Created customer-specific Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for specialized lane pairs and operational processes, aligning with client requirements.
  • Engaged in business development activities with pharmaceutical clients, contributing to the creation of a tariff for services utilized across North America.
  • Oversaw packing material management, inventory control, and operational efficiency for pharmaceutical import and export operations.
  • Collaborated on customer investigations for CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Action) projects, ensuring compliance and risk management.
  • Developed programs for reusing temperature-controlled packing materials, enhancing sustainability and cost savings.
  • Managed employee healthcare training, internal and external audits, and document control for GDP compliance. Created local GDP SOPs tailored to specific situations and customers.
  • Actively participated in manager review meetings, communicating operational achievements, challenges, and compliance updates with branch management.

Lead, Top Accounts Domestic Transportation

9 Years
AIT Worldwide Logistics | 01.1993 - 01.2002
  • Managed a team in the Domestic Transportation department, ensuring efficient operations and exceptional customer service.
  • Transferred to the Top Account Team, overseeing a group of 17, focusing on customer service and transportation, including Next Flight Out (NFO) logistics.
  • Responsible for quoting and pricing strategies to optimize service delivery and customer satisfaction.

Education

John F Kennedy High School | Chicago IL | 06-1990

Skills

GDP Compliance
Team Leadership and Development
Supply Chain Management
Audit and Quality Assurance
Inventory Management
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Business Development
Project Management
Risk Management
Sustainable Practices

Certification

  • GDP Certified
  • GDP Auditor Certification
  • Supervisors Curriculum
  • Leadership Planks
  • Sales Training

Timeline

Supervisor Global Transcon, GDP Quality and Compliance

Expeditors International
02.2003 - CurrentRead More

Lead, Top Accounts Domestic Transportation

AIT Worldwide Logistics
01.1993 - 01.2002Read More

John F Kennedy High School

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Tina Klejko