Supply Chain Associate

PURPOSE: This Supply Chain Management (SCM) position is responsible for leading the Inventory cycle counting (CC) program at ACC within the established procedures and processes. This would include being on hand during the CC process and to develop and maintain a Quarterly analysis of the items counted and yearly ABC analysis. This position is responsible for providing support in the data management of Lysate inventory, continuously monitoring lysate storage space capacity, understanding and supporting the quarterly analysis of Lysate inventory levels, and facilitating movement of frozen inventory to the approved off-site storage location. This position would also have responsibilities within the eDMS to function as the initiator for Quality Events and Change Controls for the Supply Chain department. Additional responsibilities may be within the procurement process as backup to place maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) purchase orders for expense items (Kanban), aided with the compliance of purchasing SOP’s for placement of inventoried raw materials, and for providing support with supplier qualification and monitoring. Provide a high quality of service and ethics. This role works closely with the Production Planning Manager, Logistics Manager, Senior Production Manager, LAL Manufacturing Manager, and Materials Planning Supervisor.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Implementation of the Cycle Count process within the established ACC procedures – must work closely with SCM, Production, and QA Departments.
• Reconciliation of all Cycle Counts found to be discrepant during the cycle counting process.
• Generate and maintain a detailed analysis of the items CC’d during each financial quarter.
• Develop competency and independence with planning and coordinating the annual Physical Inventory at fiscal year end.
• Develop competency and independence within ACC’s Data Management System (DMS) as it relates to bills of material, routings, and item masters.
• Participate in the development, update, and implementation of SOP’s to support the Inventory Management function.
• Maintain departmental metrics related to the Inventory Management function.
• To accurately maintain the DMS through the posting of Transactions (i.e. Adjustments and Variances), Transfers, and Bin Transfers within the reporting period.
• Support a detailed analysis of Lysate inventory, storage capacity, and off-site movements.
• Support data management of Lysate inventory – must work closely with Production, Bleed, and QC Departments.
• Participate in the development, update, and implementation of SOP’s to support the SCM and Purchasing departments.
• Develop competency and independence within ACC’s eQMS as it relates to quality events and change controls.
• Other activities (i.e. investigations, complaints, etc.) to aid in the support of the SCM team as assigned.

SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support purchasing as required.
• Support material planning as required.
• Support logistics as required.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Above average skills using MS Office products Word & Excel
• Exposure to a Data Management System (preferably Microsoft Dynamics GP)
• Knowledge of the supply chain process.
• Ability to do multiple data analysis.
• Ability to build effective relationships with internal customers.
• Ability to work with online Quality Management and Document Control Systems (preferably Qumas)
• Effective working in a team environment.
• Close interaction with a wide range of personalities
• Detail oriented
• Strong organizational skills
• Good communications skills
• Able to work independently or as part of a team within a fast-paced deadline environment
• Ability to lift at least 25 lbs.
• Ability to multitask
• Ability to be flexible and shift direction easily

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• A minimum of a college degree (is preferable) or an equivalent combination of experience and education required.
• 2-3 years’ experience working in manufacturing preferably in a medical device or pharmaceutical environment.
• Experience with cGMP and ISO-9001 or 13485 quality systems are preferred.

• Perform tasks with a computer. Email, research, interaction with others via the internet. Creating and editing documents typically utilizing MSOffice; word documents, spreadsheets and create a slide presentation (PowerPoint). The level of proficiency is defined by the requirements of the position held.
• Good listener, committed to finding solutions to problems, works well with difficult people.
• Meets deadlines, works independently, accountable, maintains focus, punctual, good attendance record.
• Builds strong relationships, is flexible/adaptable, works well with others, solicits feedback.
• Information organized and accessible, maintains efficient work space, manages time well.
• Strives to understand contributing factors, works to resolve complex situations.