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Codexis, Inc. · 4 hours ago

Senior Manager/Associate Director Raw Materials Planning & Supplier Management

Redwood City, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$135K/yr - $215K/yr

10+ years exp

Codexis, a biotechnology company based in Redwood City, CA, is looking to hire a Senior Manager/Associate Director, Planner Buyer. This role is responsible for developing and executing raw material forecasting and procurement strategies aligned with production schedules and program milestones, while coordinating with suppliers and collaborating with manufacturing and quality teams to maintain an efficient supply chain.

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Responsibilities

Demand Forecasting – Maintain visibility into demand across multiple programs (e.g., ECO synthesis, siRNA, enzyme manufacturing, etc.) and proactively plan shared material usage to ensure raw material supply

Lead Raw Material Supply Planning – Centralize and optimize the raw material planning process and purchase order execution for direct raw materials to ensure supply, while meeting service, cost, and inventory targets

Supplier Management – Identify and recommend new suppliers through sourcing and due diligence, negotiate contracts, manage supplier relationships, and monitor performance to ensure reliability and cost-effectiveness

Inventory Optimization – Develop, implement and track adherence to inventory policies and safety stock strategies for raw materials

Scenario & Risk Management – Conduct scenario planning to address supply constraints, new product launches, and demand variability; proactively develop mitigation strategies

System & Process Leadership – Drive continuous improvement in raw material planning tools and ERP/MRP system capabilities to ensure accurate inventory tracking, part number assignment, and traceability across systems

Cross-Functional Collaboration – Partner with Manufacturing, Process Development, Receiving and Quality teams to align material availability with operational needs

KPIs & Reporting – Develop, monitor and report on supplier key performance indicators to measure reliability and speed such as OTIF, SCARs and complaints. Address issues that arise (missing paperwork, late deliveries, quality concerns, poor communication, etc.)

Lifecyle Management - Receive, document and evaluate material change notifications to assess impact to development and manufacturing processes, in partnership with key stakeholders

Lead continuous improvement efforts in procurement workflows, vendor management, and cost optimization

Represent Supply Chain in Sales & Operations Planning meetings and strategic planning forums

Qualification

Raw Material PlanningSupplier ManagementERP/MRP SystemsDemand ForecastingInventory OptimizationAPICS CertificationAnalytical SkillsCommunication SkillsProblem SolvingTeam Player

Required

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or related life sciences field

10+ years of progressive experience in raw material planning and procurement, preferably in the biotech, pharmaceutical, or life sciences industry

Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle) and advanced planning tools

Preferred

APICS certification preferred

Successful track record of ensuring raw material supply and inventory optimization within budget

Business process creation and development of system capabilities

Demonstrated adaptability and resilience in changing business environments

Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex supplier networks

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Basic Life, AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance

401k with Company Match up to 4%

Company Equity

Generous Paid Time Off including 18 Company Holidays (with a summer and winter shutdown), Vacation, and Wellness Time

Annual Lifestyle Account for reimbursement of fitness programs, equipment and more

Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)

Flexible Spending Accounts (Commuter/Parking, Dependent Care & Healthcare)

Student Debt Program (Company Contribution to Loans)

Mental Health Wellness Program

Subsidized onsite lunch program

Onsite Gym Facilities

Paid Parental Leave

And More!

Company

Codexis, Inc.

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Codexis is redefining what is possible in therapeutic development and manufacturing, leading the technology revolution with efficient, high-quality, and commercially proven solutions.

Founded in 2002

Redwood City, California, USA

51-200 employees