GENERAL SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Manager, Materials Management, this role is expected to work closely within the Supply Chain team, as well as cross-functional groups such as Facilities, Quality, Process Development, Quality Control, and Manufacturing for the successful execution and oversight of all raw material testing and release, as well as vendor providing testing services. This role is also responsible for managing change related to materials and vendors with internal and external teams. There would be a significant amount of learning opportunities associated with implementing new processes and systems.

This role is expected to be onsite 5 days a week, with some of the time spent in a warehouse performing warehouse and inventory control duties.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Warehouse and Inventory Management 35% of TIME

• Ensure accuracy of inbound shipping documents and close POs in Coupa.
• Coordinate shipping arrangements with carriers and communicate delays to stakeholders.
• Maintain warehouse cleanliness, organization, and safety in compliance with cGMP.
• Act as primary contact for warehouse management, supporting facilities and manufacturing.
• Address emergency warehouse issues as needed.
• Perform material issuance, kitting, and coordinate replenishment with the material planner.
• Monitor material inventory levels, support reviews, and assist in root cause analyses for discrepancies.
• Conduct routine cycle counts to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Coordinate material transfers between storage locations using company vehicles, pallet jacks, forklifts, or other material handling equipment.

GMP Material Receipt and Release: 30% of TIME

• Ensure proper receipt, storage, and release of materials in collaboration with the supply chain team.
• Resolve discrepancies during receipt/inspection and maintain GMP records.

Sample Management: 20% of TIME

• Prepare and dispatch test samples to external laboratories as part of the material release workflow.
• Coordinate and schedule internal and external testing to ensure materials are released promptly per specifications.
• Oversee material transfers for analytical group stability or retain sample requests.

Conduct initial data reviews from external labs before forwarding for quality review.

GMP document support: 15% of TIME

• Draft/review material specifications and update SOPs as needed.
• Provide documentation for IND filings and perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or biological discipline
• Supply Chain Certification such as CPIM is preferred

Experience:

• 4+ years working in an FDA regulated GMP environment with a clear understanding of inventory management
• Familiarity with inventory control systems and computer office programs (Microsoft Office).

Skills:

• Intermediate/Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Suites
• Knowledge of Material Control operations and procedures associated with the stockroom, shipping and receiving
• Solid written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Positive attitude with a strong desire for continuous learning

Base salary compensation range: $44.23/hr - $70.67/hr