Head, US BioLife Supply Chain Operations (Logistics)

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Job Description

About BioLife Plasma Services

BioLife Plasma Services, a subsidiary of Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited, is an industry leader in the collection of high-quality plasma, which is processed into life-saving plasma-based therapies. Some diseases can only be treated with medicines made with plasma. Since plasma can’t be made synthetically, many people rely on plasma donors to live healthier, happier lives. BioLife operates 250+ state-of-the-art plasma donation centers across the United States. Our employees are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for patients and ensuring that the donation process is safe, straightforward, and rewarding for donors who wish to make a positive impact. When you work at BioLife, you’ll feel good knowing that what we do helps improve the lives of patients with rare diseases. While you focus on our donors, we’ll support you. We offer a purpose you can believe in, a team you can count on, opportunities for career growth, and a comprehensive benefits program, all in a fast-paced, friendly environment.

This position is currently classified as “hybrid” in accordance with Takeda’s Hybrid and Remote Work policy.

OBJECTIVES/PURPOSE

The Head of US Supply Chain Operations plays a pivotal role in providing leadership and strategic direction to the Supply Chain functions within BioLife and Takeda Global Manufacturing Supply Chain. Responsibilities include developing a resilient, data-driven supply chain and maintaining a continuous focus on network optimization to ensure timely plasma delivery to designated plants, while globally adhering to Takeda’s policies.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Oversee plasma inventory management from US BioLife Centers and Third-Party purchases, 3PL Warehouses, all the way through to delivery to manufacturing facilities in the US and ocean deliveries to Europe's central warehouse.
• Lead the US Logistics planning and execution, including transportation, warehouse & distribution, and vendor management.
• Develop and implement budgets and long-term transportation, warehousing & distribution plans to maximize end-to-end supply chain value and mitigate supply chain risks.
• Lead the US Logistics Network Optimization, evaluate the current logistic footprint, and collaborate with GD&L to ensure a diversified supplier base and sufficient warehouse capacity to support the BioLife LRP plan.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the scope of the responsibilities, ensuring the establishment of performance metrics that are in line with Takeda standards.

DIMENSIONS AND ASPECTS

Technical/Functional (Line) Expertise

• Inventory planning processes and systems, including SAP and other Supply Chain software tools.
• Strong knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint
• Understanding of the principles of Lean and Six Sigma applied to Supply Chain
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP); basic knowledge of US FDA regulations

Leadership

• Comprehensive skill set encompassing strategic planning, financial acumen, supply chain management, logistics, and the ability to collaborate with various stakeholders both internally and externally.
• Focus on maximizing end-to-end supply chain, ensuring compliance, and contributing to the overall success of Takeda's value chain.

Decision-making and Autonomy

• Make strategy recommendations and implement accordingly

Interaction

• Plasma Center Operations, Various Supply Chain Teams, Digital, Data & Technology (DD&T), Finance, Procurement, Quality, and Suppliers.
• Partner with Finance to ensure accurate plasma inventory movement and financial reporting throughout the end-to-end supply chain.

Innovation

• Process improvement across the E2E value chain from point of collection to delivery.

Complexity

• Ensure all Supply Chain processes and logistics services are in accordance with Takeda standards.

EDUCATION, BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:

• BA or master’s d