Steven Brophy

Sr. Manager, Logistics Engineering Moderna

Steven Brophy is a Senior Manager of Logistics Engineering at Moderna. He is responsible for cold chain management and supply chain innovation efforts. Together, the Logistics Engineering Team focuses on building flexible, efficient, and digitally enabled logistics capabilities across Moderna’s global network. Steven recently led the development of a global policy for the lifecycle management of temperature-controlled material storage and distribution. This work has advanced Moderna’s shipping validation strategy to ensure uniform, compliant, and scalable distribution practices. Steven leads the company’s cross-functional Cold Chain Leadership Council to drive strategic alignment in cold chain handling across the business. He is currently focused on implementing a Logistics Control Tower to enhance real-time visibility and operational responsiveness. Steven began supporting Moderna as a consultant in early 2022, gaining deep familiarity with the company’s operations before transitioning in-house. Prior to joining Moderna full-time in November 2024, Steven spent nearly a decade in management consulting, where he led strategy, operations, and supply chain transformation initiatives for clients across more than ten industries—including life sciences, chemicals, and industrial manufacturing. His consulting background, combined with hands-on experience in pharmaceutical logistics and a strong academic foundation, brings a unique perspective to complex, cross-functional challenges. He holds a Juris Doctor from New England Law | Boston and a Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing Engineering Technology from the University of Dayton.

Day 1: Laying the Foundation for a Resilient Future

1:30 PM MASTERCLASS - Ripping Up the Old Cold Chain Playbook: Moderna’s Blueprint for Enabling an Autonomous Cold Chain

Steven Brophy Sr. Manager , Jeff Lander Director, Global Logistics Engineering, Moderna

Ilya Preston, CEO, PAXAFE

Moderna and PAXAFE rewrite the rules and will show you how the most disruptive player in pharma logistics—small, fast, and born from crisis—rejects “we’ve always done it this way” and turns it into a competitive advantage. Learn the methods they used to run rapid pilots, hands on RFPs, and show fast results by tearing down data silos and forging partnerships where every party benefits. You’ll leave with the blueprint top performers are already using—while your competitors are still taking notes.

Day 2: Operationalizing Innovation Across the Value Chain

2:35 PM Track A: Case Study | Ensuring End-to-End Integrity in Cold Chain Distribution

Maintaining temperature integrity across a global distribution network is one of the most critical—and complex—challenges in pharmaceutical logistics. In this case study, Moderna’s logistics engineering leaders share how they are advancing cold chain reliability through predictive analytics, real-time monitoring, and proactive risk management. From manufacturing to last-mile delivery, discover how Moderna is building a smarter, more resilient cold chain.

Examine the operational and environmental challenges of maintaining global temperature compliance for high-value, temperature-sensitive products
Learn how predictive analytics and data-driven decision-making are being used to anticipate and prevent cold chain disruptions
Discover practical strategies for improving end-to-end visibility, reducing excursion risk, and strengthening cold chain performance at scale

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