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Job type full-time
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Senior supply manager
Partner therapeutics (ptx) is a commercial biopharmaceutical company committed to improving the lives of patients with cancer and other serious diseasesOur dedicated team brings a rigorous approach to science, establishes deep partnerships with medical and scientific communities, and works tirelessly to expand potential treatment options and address unmet medical needs.
Position description
The supply chain function is responsible for the planning and inventory control of api / bulk drug substance (bds), drug product (dp), and finished product (fp)Current focus is on the expanding leukine supply chain; however, the department is also positioning itself to support long-term product acquisitionsSupply chain personnel generate purchase orders for fill and finish services in adherence to contracted terms and in keeping with sales/delivery forecast and supply targetsSupply chain personnel monitor and maintain production (fill and pack) and release (wip) schedules and coordinate the timely movement, testing, and release of productAdditionally, the department leads, sponsors, or supports supply chain projects, and ensures compliance with regulatory, finance, and corporate requirements.
Key responsibilities
This position has broad responsibilities of both tactical and strategic natureDepending on the candidate’s experience, the first 6-12 months of the position will largely be focused on understanding the core processes of ptx pharmaceutical planning and logisticsSubsequently, the position will take on an increasing strategic, leadership role, yet will retain certain tactical responsibilities.
Near term:
Ensures wip is monitored, prioritized, and expedited in alignment with business needs and strategy; ensures issues are escalated, and plans for remediation are established and tracked through resolution.
Ensures schedules for product fill, pack, and wip are maintained and published.
Generates purchase orders for cmo fills and packs.
Ensures proper inventory control of bds, dp, and fp at all locations, and ensures transportation of product is sufficiently controlled, including exports.
Collaborate with internal departments and external service providers on finished product serialization management and change.
Authors and revises department sops; documents deviations and capas and initiates/leads change controls (e.g., new labeling) as required.
Contributes to launch of new erp system; leads or contributes to other projects associated with the supply chain (e.g., new locations, new products, new country approvals).
Manage and provide guidance and coaching to direct reports (1 currently) focused on planning, wip monitoring, inventory control and transportation.
Establish departmental budget and manage expenses.; report department metrics and incorporate continuous improvement initiatives into department operations.
Mid term:
Contributes to expansion and improvement of new erp system in terms of supply chain functionality.
Monitors expiry dating of bds and fp, identifies potential risk inventory, and works with the s&op team to minimize write-off.
Establishes and adjusts inventory level targets for bds and fp, with input from stakeholders / s&op team, per demand forecasts and production/business requirements.
Coverts commercial and clinical forecasts into supply and production plans; provides internal and external manufacturing (cmo) with requirements in accordance with internal processes and cmo agreements, respectively.
Assists with management and rotation of the us government-owned fp inventory at 3pl site.
Provides scenario planning and modeling when requested.
Long term:
Serves as primary poc for cmos for planning, scheduling, storage, and transportation.
Reviews cmo invoices for correct pricing; monitors performance and negotiates credits for rejected product.
Contributes to cmo and 3pl business review meetings; ensures content and metrics are relevant and appropriate, and actions are tracked through to completion.
Participates on teams for establishing or integrating new products / cmos into the ptx systems and processes.
Facilitates s&op meetings.
Requirements
Minimum of a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) business or science
5+ years supply chain experience in regulated biotechnology or pharmaceutical environment required
Proven experience with planning/scheduling, supply analysis, material control in erp or equivalent system
Proven successful experience with supervision or management
Communication and strategy: effectively collaborates with vp and director level stakeholders to achieve company objectives and to meet product-specific project milestones.
Relationship-building: effectively partners with cmos and 3pls in pursuit of positive outcomes for the company.
Leadership and influence: effectively leads teams and partners with qa, qc, and other internal departments, with clear organization and timely communication; leads staff by providing management oversight, communicating objectives, setting expectations, managing performance, and providing coaching to foster employee growth.
In addition to medical, dental, vision, fsa/dca, hra, disability, and life insurance coverage, all full-time, regular partners enjoy a casual, and hybrid or remote workplace program for many rolesWe offer a terrific compensation/benefits/perks package which includes pre-ipo options, annual cash bonuses, 401k matching, free parking or seattle-area orca pass, tuition assistance, plus rewards for achievement and contributionTo support a healthy work-life balance we also provide a gym subsidy, wellness participation programs, and a generous vacation, sick, and holiday paid time off program in addition to a paid shutdown between the christmas and new year’s holidays.
Job type: full-time
Work location: multiple locations
