Material Operations Specialist I

Biopharma Careers; Leiden; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Bristol Myers Squibb in Leiden's Cell Therapy site seeks a experienced materials management professional to ensure GMP-compliant handling, storage and movement of ambient and cold-chain materials, supporting internal and external customers.

You will manage inventory, labeling, and shipment preparation, perform cycle counts, and coordinate with multiple unit operations during shifts. This role requires strong SAP ERP skills, attention to detail, and ability to work in a fast-paced team.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in a cGMP warehouse environment.
• Experience with temperature storage and inventory control practices.
• Experience with cold chain logistical movement of biologics.
• Knowledge of freight forwarder shipments and documentation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine activities such as receipt, storage, transfer, distribution, disposal and cleaning of materials per GMP procedure.
• Prepare materials for shipment to internal and external parties as per GMP procedure.
• Label materials appropriately according to GMP procedures.
• Conduct cycle counting and material disposition for rejected/expired items per GMP procedures.
• Maintain a safe and organized working space and assist in equipment setup as requested.
• Coordinate internal and external customer requests across unit operations during their shift.

Skills

GMP warehouse

Cold chain

HazMat

SAP ERP

Tools

SAP WMS

Job description

At Bristol Myers Squibb, our employees often ask, “Who are you working for?”, a question that fuels collaboration, accountability, and urgency in our work. Our purpose-driven culture inspires us to discover, develop, and deliver innovative medicines to prevail over serious diseases. We offer uniquely interesting and meaningful work, opportunities for growth, and a supportive environment that values inclusion, wellbeing, flexibility, and comprehensive benefits. This is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it.

At Bristol Myers Squibb, we are inspired by a single vision – transforming patients’ lives through science. In oncology, hematology, immunology and cardiovascular disease – and one of the most diverse and promising pipelines in the industry – each of our passionate colleagues contributes to innovations that drive meaningful change. We bring a human touch to every treatment we pioneer. Join us and make a difference.

Cell Therapy is one of the most groundbreaking new forms of cancer treatments being studied today. With therapies only in their infancy and BMS’s continued investment in our Cell Therapy capabilities, the growth potential of this science, your career, and the ability to help patients are incredible.

The Netherlands is home to our first European Cell Therapy facility, located at the Leiden Bio Science Park, the largest life sciences cluster of The Netherlands. This new state of the art facility is focused on commercial manufacturing with capabilities for multi-product Cell Therapy manufacturing. You can become part of this exciting journey. Check out this video if you want to know more about it!

Position Summary

Leiden Cell Therapy Site is seeking a dynamic individual to join a team of materials management and supply chain professionals. This individual is responsible for executing routine activities related to the management, cleansing and movement of all type of materials (i.e. cold chain, ambient) supporting internal and external customers, while following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine activities such as: receipt, storage, transfer, distribution, disposal and cleaning of all type of materials (ambient, cold chain, dangerous goods, etc.) as per GMP procedure.
• Prepares all type of material for shipment to internal and external parties, as per GMP procedure.
• Labels materials are appropriately labelled in accordance with written GMP procedures.
• Perform inventory control practices including cycle counting and rejected/expired material disposition as described in the GMP procedure.
• Follow procedures to maintain a safe and organized working space.
• Performs inspection of incoming materials to the working area as per procedure.
• Uses material handling equipment - gas powered, electric and/or manual as per procedure.
• Handles materials based on Material Specifications i.e. temperature conditions, dangerous or hazardous conditions, etc. or as per procedure
• Assists in setting up operational equipment/fixtures and support facility and equipment commissioning activities as requested.
• Facilitates ambient and cold chain sampling in collaboration with other department employees.
• May review GMP documentation and perform data verification.
• Coordinates internal and external customer requests across multiple unit operations during their shift to include personnel, material, and logistical needs.
• Puts away material into totes, or bags, and closes or seals them to prevent cross contamination, as per GMP procedure.
• Performs additional duties, tasks and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications & Experience

• 7+ years of experience in a cGMP warehouse environment and understanding of Materials Management.
• DOT/IATA/HazMat experience and certifications a plus.
• Experience with receiving, temperature storage, issuance, and inventory control practices including cycle counting, and rejected/expired material disposition.
• Experience in cold chain logistical movement of time critical and temperature sensitive biologics.
• Knowledge of Freight forwarder and courier direct shipments and associated documentation requirements is preferred.
• Understanding controlled temperature, humidity, and pest control monitoring for cGMP environments is required.
• Understanding of physical cold chain requirements supporting the logistical movement of time critical and temperature sensitive biological material is required.
• Ability to understand and follow procedures.
• Reliable and detail oriented with organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers and management regarding task completion, roadblocks, and needs.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment, meet deadlines and changing priorities.
• Operation of basic warehouse equipment (i.e. forklift, pallet stacker, etc.) is desirable.
• Experience with basic SAP system usage or any other Warehouse ERP system is required.

Why You Should Apply

Around the world, we are passionate about making an impact on the lives of patients with serious diseases. Empowered to apply our individual talents and diverse perspectives in an inclusive culture, our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.

Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives.

We hire for skills and capabilities, not just credentials – if this role excites you, but doesn’t perfectly match your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway.

How We Work

Where you work matters – because collaboration, innovation and patient impact happen in many settings. Our roles are structured across four work models: site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design. The model assigned to this role is based on its core responsibilities. Learn more at https://careers.bms.com/ways-of-working.

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