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    "description": "<h2>About Meridian</h2>\n<p>Meridian Bioscience is a fully integrated life science company that develops, manufactures, markets and distributes a broad range of innovative diagnostic products. We are dedicated to developing and delivering better solutions that give answers with speed, accuracy and simplicity that are redefining the possibilities of life from discovery to diagnosis. We are looking for talented and passionate individuals that help drive our vision. Our innovative culture will allow interested candidates to discover and create, through collaboration, cutting edge solutions to tough problems.</p>\n<h2>Job Summary</h2>\n<p>The Logistics Manager is responsible for overseeing all inbound and outbound transportation activities, ensuring efficiency, complaint, and cost-effective movement of goods to and from the organization. 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