D05 - Supply Chain And Logistics​/Gen​/Multi Sc & Logistics - Production Planner Scheduler

Onsite!

2. PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF POSITION:
The Logistics Specialist role is accountable to support supply chain and logistics scheduling and planning functional duties for personalized cell therapies produced at the Devens cell therapy manufacturing facility

• Minimum 2 years of cGMP operational or supply chain experience, preferably in a regulated pharmaceutical environment.
• Advanced Proficiency in MSOffice applications.
• Knowledge of inventory systems (preferably SAP).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Lean/Six Sigma Yellow Belt or Green Belt experience preferred.
• Experience in import/export and domestic shipping regulations preferred.
• Demonstrated experience to:
  • work within tight timelines.
  • Interact effectively with customers (customer service mindset) and bring people together to achieve common goals.
  • Solve complicated problems, effectively communicate problem statements and escalate concerns.
  • Present data and analyses in an organized, clear and concise manner.
• Work independently for extended periods of time

• Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:
• Product Planning & Production Scheduling
  • Maintain the production schedule and process orders for the site and be a primary point of communication for the Cell Therapy Scheduling & Cell Logistics team.
  • Support rough-cut capacity planning & master production scheduling; optimize internal capacity and capabilities to ensure manufacturing needs are met.
  • Communicate product demand changes; translate demand into approved production plans for patient slot allocation on a weekly/daily basis.
• Product Management & Logistics
  • Manage the in-coming flow following patient apheresis material; partner with Cell Therapy Material Operations, Manufacturing & Quality to ensure readiness for prompt receipt, inspection and start of processing.
  • Conduct investigation and root cause analyses on any supply disruptions or material quality issues and report on corrective actions.
• Quality Systems & Compliance
  • Author and update Devens Supply Chain operating procedures, work instructions and provide support on continuous improvement projects.
  • Perform deviation investigations and corrective/preventive actions.
  • Author and support change controls.
  • Support a culture of compliance and strong environmental, health, and safety performance.
• Operational Excellence
  • Promote a mindset of continuous improvement, problem solving, and prevention.
  • Track and report metrics.
  • Participate in cross-functional teams to improve systems, processes or internal/external performance.
  • Limited global travel up to 10% of time may be required.

• Bachelor's degree required in Life Sciences, Supply Chain, or similar
• An equivalent combination of education, experience and training may substitute.
• 2+ years relevant work experience required.
• Preferred but not required:
  Certification in CPIM, CSCP, and/or CLTD.