Senior Specialist, QC Reagents Materials Supply Planning

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The Supply Planner, QC Reagents Materials, is a key member of the CAR-T Global Materials Management team, responsible for planning and coordinating the supply of QC reagents and materials across a global Cell Therapy (CT) network. This role will work closely with suppliers, internal manufacturing sites, and cross-functional partners to ensure the continuous and efficient delivery of reagents required to meet patient demand.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and maintain precise forecasts for QC reagents and materials to ensure seamless manufacturing and testing operations throughout the CT network.
• Execute material requirements planning (MRP) by generating and managing purchase orders, and closely monitoring inventory to uphold target and safety stock levels.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, quality, R&D, and strategic sourcing teams to anticipate material needs and promptly resolve shortages or supply disruptions.
• Support the implementation and harmonization of standardized supply chain procedures and systems for QC reagents management across all network sites.
• Communicate daily with suppliers and production teams to coordinate deliveries, address discrepancies, and ensure supply readiness.
• Identify and proactively mitigate supply risks by monitoring demand and consumption trends, and participate in hyper care processes as required.
• Drive continuous improvement by supporting initiatives that reduce costs, minimize waste, and optimize materials supply chain efficiency.
• Foster a collaborative team environment by building strong relationships with all CT network functions.
• Lead monthly site calls to review the supply heatmap plan, ensuring network-wide alignment and transparency in future supply planning.
• Follow up with sites to confirm progress on generating critical reagents, ensuring sufficient time for qualification and release.
• Recommend and coordinate proactive inventory transfers to maintain adequate warehouse stock levels at all network sites.
• Provide supply analysis and represent the global supply chain during quality events to ensure continuity of operations.
• Review analytics reports and make data-driven decisions regarding supply planning and inventory management.
• Take a proactive approach to supply analysis by leveraging analytics, monitoring demand signals, and acting as the global supply chain representative during quality events to sustain uninterrupted operations.
• Perform additional duties as needed to support overall business objectives.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering, life sciences, business management or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in supply planning, materials management, or a related area within a GMP manufacturing or supply chain environment; cell therapy experience preferred.
• Proficiency with ERP and MRP systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, QAD, IBP).
• Strong organizational, analytical, and time management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment with a positive, collaborative attitude.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with attention to detail.
• Understanding of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and regulatory requirements.
• APICS or similar supply chain certification is a plus.

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