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Iovance Biotherapeutics, Inc. · 1 month ago

Inventory Control Specialist I

Philadelphia, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

Iovance Biotherapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on cell therapy. The Inventory Control Specialist I is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records and optimizing inventory levels to support production and business continuity.

BiotechnologyClinical TrialsHealth CareHealth DiagnosticsMedical

Responsibilities

Develop and implement procedures for balancing on hand inventory, demand and associated lead times to optimize inventory levels through various management programs such as Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI), KanBan systems, min/max leveling, off-site storage facilities, etc

Participate in regular cycle counts and ad hoc inventory audits to ensure inventory integrity of >95% by verifying product identification, location and quantities with inventory management system

Research inventory discrepancies, reconcile within appropriate inventory management system when required and recommend preventive measures or process modifications to prevent future variances

Ensure various storage depots located internally and externally are appropriately stocked to support business continuity, and when needed, supply additional materials to maintain established min/max levels

Perform inventory data analysis using various models to identify opportunities, risks and trends around inventory consumption and make recommendations and/or offer tactical solutions to establish optimized safety stock levels while considering limitations associated with physical storage footprint and material expiries

Monitor material status and effectively communicate low inventory, obsolete or expired materials to the respective Buyer/Planner and facilitate inventory meetings to review aged inventory and necessary disposition

Engage in necessary warehouse cleaning duties including but not limited to sweeping the warehouse and bulk storage, mopping, general cleaning and dusting of warehouse walls, door panels, racks, containers, etc., and transport trash to disposal areas

Performs other duties as assigned by leader

Qualification

MRP/ERP systemsCGMP production experienceData analysisAPICS CertificationMaterial handling equipmentCollaborationInterpersonal skillsEffective communicationProblem-solvingOrganizational skills

Required

5+ years warehouse experience in a high-volume cGMP production or manufacturing environment

Working knowledge of MRP/ERP systems, APICS Certification is an asset

Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Outlook

Experience and/or certification in operating material handling equipment preferred (i.e. forklift)

Ability to collaborate across disciplines

Strong interpersonal and team-building skills, effective communication (both written and verbal), proactive problem-solving and analytical skills

Possess the ability to bridge relationships between various departments, levels of the organization, supplier and customer organizations

Excellent organization skills and an ability to prioritize effectively to deliver results within reasonably established guidelines

Must be comfortable in a fast-paced small company environment with minimal direction and able to adjust workload based upon changing priorities with a strong attention to detail

Willingness to work flexible hours, including overtime and weekends

Must be able to wear appropriate lab and clean room attire as well as all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), i.e., scrubs, gowning coveralls, masks, gloves, etc

Able to stand and/or walk 90% (and sit 10%) of the scheduled workday which may include climbing ladders or steps

Must be able to use near vision to view samples at close range

Able to crouch, bend, twist, reach, and perform activities with repetitive motions

Must be able to lift and carry objects weighing 45 pounds

Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem-solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines

Preferred

Experience with cell therapy products

Company

Iovance Biotherapeutics, Inc.

Iovance Biotherapeutics (NASDAQ: IOVA) aims to be the global leader in innovating, developing and delivering tumor infiltrating lymphocyte (TIL) therapies for patients with cancer.

Founded in 2007

New York, New York, USA

501-1000 employees