Supervisor, Supply Chain

Avid Bioservices; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Avid Bioservices in Costa Mesa, CA, is seeking a Supervisor, Supply Chain to manage Inventory Control and oversee Supply Chain Associates, Clerks, and Coordinators. The role emphasizes adherence to cGMP standards and cross-department collaboration.

You will establish inventory controls, monitor re-order points, coordinate material movements with Purchasing and Manufacturing, and maintain documentation, SOPs, and training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 4+ years of inventory experience.
• Experience in a GMP-regulated environment.

Responsibilities

• Establish and document inventory controls and procedures per cGMP.
• Monitor materials for re-order points and adjust as needed.
• Coordinate movement of materials with Purchasing and Manufacturing under cGMP.
• Maintain SOPs for raw material tracking.
• Perform physical inventory counts monthly/quarterly/annual.
• Organize raw materials for easy location and counting.
• Back up receiving personnel and cross-train in receiving, packaging, and shipping.
• Investigate discrepancies and propose resolutions.

Skills

Inventory control

GMP

Leadership

SOPs

Training

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Looking to join a passionate team dedicated to developing and manufacturing life-saving biopharmaceuticals? Avid Bioservices is a leading clinical and commercial biologics CDMO focused on creating innovative solutions to meet the needs of our clients and improve patient outcomes.

Your Role:

The Supervisor, Supply Chainis responsible for Inventory Control management for Avid Bioservices and overseeing operations performed by the Supply Chain Associates, Clerks, and Coordinators.

Key Responsibilities:

• Establish and document inventory controls and procedures in accordance with accounting and cGMP standards.
• Monitor all materials for re-order points, recommend adjustments to re-order points if needed for each raw material.
• Coordinate the efficient movement of materials with purchasing, manufacturing, and other departments under cGMP standards, including the movement from quarantine to available raw materials.
• Maintain and update SOP’s pertaining to raw material tracking as needed.
• Responsible for the reinforcement of cGMP aspects of a pharmaceutical warehouse.
• Perform physical inventory counts on a monthly/quarterly/annual basis as needed.
• Organize all raw materials in an easy to locate and count fashion.
• Coordinate with various departments to ensure accurate tracking of issued raw materials.
• Responsible for backing up to receiving personnel.
• Cross-train in receiving, packaging and shipping.
• Assist with functions such as issuing vials, finished product inventory, labeling, flash freezing and GMP shipments with QA oversight.
• Maintain all required documentation and controlled forms.
• Assist in training new staff.
• Provide direction to Supply Chain Clerks. Assist in coordinating activities on the floor. Help troubleshoot and handle issues when they occur.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies and make recommendations for resolution.
• Assist in review of Inventory Control documentation. Ensure that errors and oversights are properly resolved.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) or equivalent from four-year college or university and a minimum of 4 years related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience relating to Inventory.
• Demonstrated experience working within a GMP regulated environment is required.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This role is a full-time onsite position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. unless otherwise stated by Supervisor. Ability to work overtime as necessary.

Compensation:

We offer competitive compensation packages for this role, including a base salary, performance-based bonuses, and comprehensive benefits such as health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) matching, and paid time off. The compensation range for this role is $74,400 - $93,000 annually depending on experience and qualifications. Additionally, we offer opportunities for career growth and development as well as a supportive and inclusive work environment.

Who you are:

• You have a "bring it on!" team player approach and an unshakable positive attitude, always ready to tackle anything that comes your way.
• Your written and verbal skills are out of this world, and you communicate with clarity and confidence.
• You have exceptional multitasking skills and an unparalleled attention to detail that ensure the smooth running of everything.
• You are a master at building relationships, capable of establishing connections with anyone, be it team members, clients, vendors, or suppliers.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

In this dynamic role, expect a blend of regular activities like sitting, standing, and walking, with occasional physically engaging tasks such as lifting objects up to 25 pounds. The work environment might expose you to electrical shocks, toxic chemicals, vibrations, or loud noise levels occasionally. However, reasonable accommodations are available to enable individuals with different abilities to perform effectively, ensuring a supportive and adaptable work setting. Your visual acuity, including close, distance, and color vision, will be essential in navigating through the diverse day-to-day demands of this position.