Manager, Materials Management

ElevateBio; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

ElevateBio is seeking a Manager, Materials Management to lead end-to-end materials operations at our manufacturing facility in Massachusetts. This role is responsible for controlled handling of raw materials, patient-derived materials, intermediates, drug substance and drug product, with focus on accuracy, compliance, and timely execution.

You will oversee receipts, storage, issuance, and final pack-out while directing inventory control, warehouse systems, and 3PL relationships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 6+ years in materials management, or higher degrees with fewer years.
• Experience leading a team of materials specialists.
• Expertise in SAP or similar ERP systems.
• Familiar with GMP, chain of custody, and materials flow in clinical/commercial manufacturing environments.
• Experience with 3PL providers and shipping/receiving high-value materials.
• Strong communication, organization, and analytical skills.
• Ability to lead cross-functional improvement projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations for materials handling including receiving, inventory control, kitting, and material issuance to manufacturing.
• Oversee GMP pack-out and shipping of drug substance and drug product, ensuring chain of custody and documentation compliance.
• Manage the cycle count program and drive inventory accuracy for both inventoried and non-inventoried materials.
• Develop and maintain user requirements and business cases for warehouse equipment, infrastructure, and systems.
• Serve as a people leader, coaching and developing a team of materials specialists and leads, ensuring flexibility, performance, and GMP compliance.
• Act as the key contact for third-party logistics (3PL) providers, managing service levels, documentation, scheduling, and cost control.
• Support budgeting for materials operations and approve invoices related to shipping, compressed gases, 3PL services, etc.
• Lead or contribute to cross-functional projects that improve inventory control, reduce waste, or optimize operational workflows.
• Execute, manage, and approve quality records in Veeva for SOP creation/revisions, deviations, CAPAs, and change controls.
• Own materials management validation activities within Kneat, including protocol execution and approval of validation documentation.
• Champion best practices for controlled material flow, gowning materials, and operational support inventory across cleanroom areas.
• Lead cross-functional investigations and improvements related to material movement, storage conditions, and supply support for clinical manufacturing

Skills

People management

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Master’s degree in related field

PhD in related field

Tools

SAP

Veeva

Kneat

BM-RAM

Job description

ElevateBio is a technology-driven company powering the industry forward by helping partners realize the potential of their therapies from design to commercialization. We have integrated a differentiated set of technologies, end-to-end services, and industry-leading manufacturing expertise to develop advanced therapies faster and more efficiently.

The Role

ElevateBio is seeking a Manager, Materials Management to lead and oversee end-to-end materials operations at our manufacturing facility. This highly visible and strategic role is accountable for ensuring compliant, timely, and efficient handling of raw materials, patient-derived materials, manufacturing intermediates, drug substance, and drug product.

The Manager will own and direct material receipts, storage, issuance, and final pack-out while also overseeing inventory control, warehouse systems, and third-party logistics. This leader will collaborate cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Quality, Validation, and Facilities, serving as a key interface for operational excellence, compliance, and continuous improvement in support of ElevateBio’s manufacturing network.

Here’s What You’ll Do

• Lead daily operations for materials handling including receiving, inventory control, kitting, and material issuance to manufacturing
• Oversee GMP pack-out and shipping of drug substance and drug product, ensuring chain of custody and documentation compliance
• Manage the cycle count program and drive inventory accuracy for both inventoried and non-inventoried materials
• Develop and maintain user requirements and business cases for warehouse equipment, infrastructure, and systems
• Serve as a people leader, coaching and developing a team of materials specialists and leads, ensuring flexibility, performance, and GMP compliance
• Act as the key contact for third-party logistics (3PL) providers, managing service levels, documentation, scheduling, and cost control
• Support budgeting for materials operations and approve invoices related to shipping, compressed gases, 3PL services, etc.
• Lead or contribute to cross-functional projects that improve inventory control, reduce waste, or optimize operational workflows
• Execute, manage, and approve quality records in Veeva for SOP creation/revisions, deviations, CAPAs, and change controls
• Own materials management validation activities within Kneat, including protocol execution and approval of validation documentation
• Champion best practices for controlled material flow, gowning materials, and operational support inventory across cleanroom areas
• Lead cross-functional investigations and improvements related to material movement, storage conditions, and supply support for clinical manufacturing

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 6 years of related experience, OR Master’s degree with at least 4 years of related experience, OR PhD with at least 2 years of experience.
• People management or leadership experience
• Expertise in SAP or similar ERP inventory systems
• Proficiency in quality and validation systems such as Veeva, Kneat, and BM-RAM
• Strong understanding of GMP regulations, chain of custody principles, and materials flow in clinical and commercial manufacturing environments
• Experience working with 3PL providers and managing shipping/receiving of high-value materials
• Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and continuous improvement projects

Physical And Environment Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend and stretch for extended period of time
• Ability to lift 15-20 lbs
• Ability to push, pull, bend, kneel, twist and climb step ladders while wearing PPE.
• Ability to perform routine repetitive motions with use of arms, wrists and hands

The budgeted range for this position is $125,000 - $165,000. This range is a good faith estimate of the expected salary range for this position, based on a wide range of factors including qualifications, experience and training, operational and business needs and other considerations permitted by law.

ElevateBio is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person’s race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or any characteristic protected under applicable law. ElevateBio will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.