Supply Chain Specialist - Santa Monica, United States - Intelliswift

Description

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Kite is seeking a highly motivated individual with warehouse and related supply chain experience in the biotechnology/pharmaceutical industry. The Specialist II will support Kite s goal in commercializing innovative T cell therapy for cancer treatments. This role requires operational support to the Associate Director of Supply Chain (3PL and Global warehouse operations).

Responsibilities include but not limited to receiving, inventorying and transferring Raw Materials and Work in Process materials between the 3PL and Kite.

This individual will to support key Supply Chain tasks, necessary to support commercial and clinical operations.

Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):
Coordinate and execute material movement transactions within an ERP system
Coordinate and execute receiving transactions within an ERP system
Complete inventory transactions in an ERP system including inventory adjustments
Coordinate disposal of the inventory with 3PL and third-party
Assisting in the completion of Deviations, Corrective Actions, and Change Controls
Revise and review GMP documents including SOP s and forms
Continuously refines and improves 3PL and Kite processes and interaction
Maintain accurate inventory between Kite and 3PL facilities
Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies in a timely manner
Uses approved methods to make decisions in line with company goals and objectives
Assists in identifying warehouse key performance indicators (KPI s)
Maintains and reports out on warehouse key performance indicators
Exercises independent judgment in developing methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.
Contributes to the development of complex new concepts, techniques, and standards
Ensures GMP compliance and safe work practices
Ensures training is up to date
Other duties as assigned


Requirements:
Associates degree, relevant trade certification, and some college or vocational training in science, engineering or facilities preferred
Minimum 2-3 years previous experience in GMP Warehouse Logistics, Distribution and Supply Chain preferred
Ability to work with multiple database and electronic systems. Experience with Oracle/SAP/ERP, warehouse management, courier, and material ordering portals, considered a plus
Outstanding organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritize
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills, strong analytical skills and problem-solving capability
Understanding GMP regulations applicable to warehouse and transportation
Demonstrates an in depth understanding and application of principles, concepts, practices, and standards along with an in-depth knowledge of industry practices
In depth experience in Microsoft Excel (ability to create reports, understand and create formulas)
Past experience with facilitating and managing projects
Ability to problem solve independently or as a team
Experience in writing SOPs & Forms
Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with minimal direction and able to adjust workload based upon changing priorities
Self-motivated and willing to accept temporary responsibilities outside of initial job description
Able to work after hours