Distribution Manager

About the Company:

Nivagen is a global company and serves an extraordinary purpose to make a difference in people’s lives by discovering, developing, and delivering the most cost-effective generic prescription drugs and over-the-counter products for the North American market. For a decade, we have stayed true to a core set of values: excellence, integrity, and respect for people. We are also committed to investing in our employees and supporting a culture of well-being through competitive pay, comprehensive employee benefits programs, and training and development resources.

Job Location:

Nivagen Pharmaceuticals LLC, 3900 Duckhorn Dr, Sacramento, CA 95834

About the Job:

As a Distribution Manager at Nivagen, you will be responsible for warehouse operations, including material handling, receipt, storage, issuance, and stockkeeping.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily warehouse and distribution operations to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and compliance
  Supervise, organize, and train warehouse personnel.
• Develop and implement operational processes for storage, handling, and distribution.
• Ensure alignment of warehouse operations with business objectives and regulatory requirements
• Interpret and implement DEA regulations under 21 CFR Parts 1300–1321
• Ensure compliance with all federal and applicable state controlled substance laws
• Maintain adherence to FDA regulations, including Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP)
• Prepare for, coordinate, and manage regulatory inspections and audits (DEA, FDA, and other agencies)
• Maintain secure storage systems, including vaults, safes, and cages for Schedule I–II substances
• Control and restrict access to areas storing Schedule III–V substances
• Implement and monitor surveillance systems to prevent theft, diversion, or unauthorized access
• Enforce strict security protocols for handling controlled substances
• Conduct routine and random inventory audits
• Track lot numbers, batch numbers, and expiration dates
• Reconcile physical inventory with electronic systems
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies promptly
• Maintain accurate and compliant records, including:
  • DEA Form 222 (ordering Schedule I & II substances)
  • DEA Form 41 (destruction of controlled substances)
• Chain-of-custody documentation
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of theft, loss, or diversion to the DEA
• Maintain audit-ready documentation at all times
• Train employees on controlled substance handling procedures and SOPs
• Educate staff on diversion prevention and regulatory compliance requirements
• Conduct ongoing training sessions and periodic refresher programs
• Promote a culture of compliance and accountability
• Maintain warehouse cleanliness in accordance with cGMP standards
• Implement procedures to prevent contamination and ensure product integrity
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure compliance with sanitation standards
• Ensure proper temperature and humidity conditions for all stored products
• Maintain monitoring systems, logs, and alarm notifications
• Respond promptly to temperature excursions and document corrective actions
• Ensure maximum operational efficiency while maintaining full regulatory compliance
• Develop systems for product handling, storage, shipping, and equipment utilization
• Manage inventory flow, logistics, and distribution processes
• Maintain high standards of productivity, quality, and customer service
• Ensure workplace safety and compliance with all applicable laws and regulations
• Develop and execute purchasing strategies aligned with operational needs
• Review and process purchase orders accurately
• Maintain detailed records of goods ordered and received
• Coordinate delivery schedules and ensure timely fulfillment
• Research and evaluate vendors for cost, quality, and service
• Collaborate with management to forecast inventory needs and maintain optimal stock levels
• Perform other duties as assigned by management

Qualifications:

Education/Experience:

• Minimum 3 - 5 years of experience in any one of the following, or a combination of the following: Distribution, Warehousing, Shipping, Receiving, Logistics, Material handling, Customer Service, Inventory Control, or other comparable service line
• Must have a minimum of 2 years of experience in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Experience
• Forklift experience (required)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong background in warehouse operations, preferably in a GMP manufacturing facility
• Good knowledge of regulatory guidance and standard operating procedures related to the warehouse
• Good documentation and communication skills

Requirements:

• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Legally authorized to be employed in the United States
• Must live or be willing to move to the Sacramento Metropolitan Region (Approx. 40 miles’ radius)
• Able to successfully complete a drug and background check
• Able and willing to walk, stoop, stand, bend, and lift throughout each shift, with or without accommodation
• Completion of picking, packing, and closing competency assessments

Benefits:

• Full-Time Exempt
• Compensation: $80,000 - $90,000 (Based on Experience)
• Yearly bonus eligibility
• Benefits: Nivagen offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off plan
• 401k savings plan

Additional Information:

Nivagen to afford equal opportunity for employment to all individuals regardless of race, color, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, history of disability, ancestry, citizenship status, political affiliation, religion, gender, transgender, gender identity, marital status, status as a parent, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information or other factors prohibited by law, and to prohibit harassment or retaliation based on any of these factors.