Title:  Supply Chain Sr. Associate
Location: Remote 
Duration: 1 Year
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7- 4 

Description

Accountabilities 
Support business processes related to GD America's Hub business and process improvements with minimum supervision
Act as a team lead or -member in cross functional projects
Provide appropriate and accurate information and analysis for effective decision making in GD America's Hub
Manage and oversee Compliance related activities
Develop strategic and tactical processes that increase the Corporate Transportation value proposition with minimum management direction

Responsibilities 

• Execute GDP/ GMP and business processes in the scope of GD America's Hub with minimum supervision 
• Manage outbound/ inbound distribution schedule with appropriate level of detail and prioritization
• Execute processes related to outbound/ inbound distribution including creation of shipping documents, booking of couriers and managing shipping supplies 
• Track distribution Budget
• Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPI's) and metrics for area management
• Develop and maintain Client training materials related to the GD America's Hub
• Develop and maintain applicable Standard Operating Procedures, Forms, and/or Business documents
• Provide training to new staff
• Represent GD America's Hub by leading and/or facilitating cross-functional team meetings to develop and implement business solutions which optimize processes
• Support Deviations/CAPAs, root cause assessments, and change control records

Outputs

• Ensure product supply using a GDP compliant distribution model
• Maintain two way communication between GD America's Hub and Internal and External Customers
• Advance on the departmental goals and key-initiatives.

Basic Qualifications

• Master's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree and 2 years of Life Science or Business experience preferably in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry
• Associate's degree and 6 years of Life Science or Business experience preferably in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry
• High school diploma/GED and 8 years of Life Science or Business experience preferably in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry

Minimum Requirements

• Basic Education & Experience Master’s degree or Bachelor's Degree and 2 years of Life Science or Business experience preferably in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry
• Associate's degree and 6 years of Life Science or Business experience preferably in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry
• High school diploma/GED and 8 years of Life Science or Business experience preferably in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry 
• Fluency in English, both in oral and written communication
• Excellence in working with MS Office

Preferred Requirements 

• Ability to learn new tasks, functions and responsibilities quickly
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Analytical reasoning and creative problem-solving ability to conceive the solutions of tomorrow
• Effective communication and command skills
• Excellent project management skills
• Good negotiation and facilitation skills
• Demonstrated skill to handle multiple responsibilities and priorities simultaneously in a fluid environment with time pressures
• General understanding of regulatory guidelines impacting supply (i.e. GxP, SOX)

High attention to detail

• Understanding of clinical study conduct
• Ability to operate in a team or matrixed environment
• Advanced skills using Client systems such as SAP, Microsoft Office Suite, CDOCS, QMTS and data visualization software (Tableau, Power BI, Spotfire)
• CMIS PMP certification and/or CPIM certification

Top 3 Must Have Skill Sets:    

• SAP proficiency with hands-on experience in executing distribution, logistics, or supply chain transactions.
• SOP execution and documentation experience, including the ability to follow, interpret, and update controlled procedures in a regulated environment.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey information, collaborate across functions, and maintain effective relationships with internal and external partners.

Possible Extension:    

• Yes

Red Flags:    

• No SAP execution experience or No experience executing against SOP's

Interview Process:    

• Panel interview via video conference call

 
 
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 32.90/hr.