Inventory Specialist

Autolus Limited; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company is seeking an Inventory Specialist to manage the storage and flow of goods in their GMP warehouse. The role entails ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards, along with maintaining accurate records. Candidates should have experience in inventory management and a commitment to high-quality work.

Qualifications

• Experience in Operations or relevant industry setting.
• Knowledge of GMP and HS&E regulations.
• Forklift truck license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receiving and verifying deliveries of materials.
• Inputting data into warehouse management systems.
• Maintaining records and handling temperature-sensitive materials.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Customer-Centricity

Flexibility

Self-Motivation

Team Focus

Education

GCSE Level or equivalent qualifications in English and Mathematics

Tools

MS Office Applications

Warehouse Management Systems

Job description

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Based at Autolus’ GMP warehouse in Stevenage, the Inventory Specialist performs a range of activities that enable the storage and flow of goods/materials from third parties into the manufacturing center (including spraying/wiping of equipment) and the transfer out of finished products and waste into short term storage, to clinical sites and/or to third parties.

The Inventory Specialist will perform these activities with a strong focus on HS&E, and in accordance with the requirements of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Receiving deliveries of materials, verifying that the correct merchandise has been received and maintaining accurate records.
• Inputting of material information and data into a warehouse management system.
• Performing and documenting incoming materials checks for any damage or discrepancies.
• Maintaining accurate records of deliveries of all merchandise received and distributed.
• Contacting suppliers or distributors to resolve any shipment or delivery issues.
• Using forklifts, hand carts, or pallet jacks to load, unload, move, stack, and strategically arrange materials to maximise storage space within the warehouse.
• Sampling of incoming materials for quality control testing.
• Promptly processing distribution orders or requests, including retrieving specified materials from storage as well as packing, sealing, and labelling of materials accordingly.
• Specialist cleaning of equipment and materials prior to their transfer into the environmentally controlled manufacturing areas.
• Handling of temperature-sensitive materials operation of Cryogenic equipment
• Performing activities in accordance with policies, procedures and licenses which comply with regulatory expectations, including adherence to chain of custody procedures.
• Working to a high safety standard, in compliance with GMP and other regulatory standards.
• Supporting the Warehouse Team leader, as required, in generating, reviewing and approving cGMP and safety documentation such as Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and COSHH assessments.
• Other duties as assigned.

Demonstrated skills and competencies
E – Essential P – Preferred
Experience & Skills

• Experience gained in a transferable role gained in an Operations or other relevant industry setting (E)
• Experience of working in a GMP pharmaceutical warehouse/inventory management environment (P)
• Good attention to detail and ability to accurately follow SOPs (E)
• Ability to read, write, and interpret technical information and specifications in English (E)
• Flexible, self-motivated and focussed on team outcomes (E)
• Meets physical requirements of the job, as follows: must have the ability to lift, bend, reach, stretch, climb ladders and work in tight spaces in order to complete job tasks (E)
• Good knowledge and understanding of the GMP and HS&E regulations relevant to pharmaceutical warehousing (P)
• Good informational technology skills including familiarity with ERP platform applications (P)
• Commitment to high quality work (E)
• Knowledge of handling temperature-sensitive products including receiving, storage, labelling and packaging (P)
• Customer-centricity — Considers the impacts of all supply decisions on the customer, ensuring that any changes will improve and not impede customer service (P)

Qualifications
• GCSE Level or equivalent qualifications in English and Mathematics (E)
• Fork-lift truck license (P)
• Proficiency in MS Office Applications and Warehouse Management systems (P)