Inventory Specialist, Manufacturing and Tech Trans

Company: Epic Sciences
Location: San Diego
Posted on: August 7, 2022

Job Description:

Job DescriptionThe Inventory Specialist, Manufacturing and Tech Transfer, will be responsible for tracking, issuing, and controlling materials/requisitions/purchase orders to ensure a controlled flow of approved materials timed to meet laboratory requirements. ELEMENTS:Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of three (3) years of inventory experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proven practical experience purchasing and maintaining inventory in a manufacturing/CLIA/scientific research environment.
• Thorough knowledge of procurement, supplier relations and inventory management
• Familiar with GMP's, product specifications incoming inspection procedures
• Demonstrated computer skills using Word, Excel (including working knowledge of functions, formulas, pivot tables, etc.), PowerPoint, etc.
• Full compliance to business, quality, and regulatory requirements
• APICS Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) a plusCommunication Skill:
  • Effective verbal and written communication, analytical and interpersonal skills. Maintains accurate and detailed records of operations.Interpersonal Skill:
    • Strong interpersonal skills with ability to interface well with cross-functional teammates
    • Works effectively in a team environment; establishes effective relationships with supervisor and team members.
    • Desire to be a part of highly motivated team in a fast-paced dynamic environmentJudgment: A high level of ability to evaluate data and make insightful predictions about technology, staffing, and their intersection with Epic's platform.Execution: Highly efficient at time management and prioritization; able to help the group establish timelines to accomplish complex tasks; ability to troubleshoot problems and generate effective solutionsESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
      • Collaborating with business partners in Laboratory Operations, Assay Development, Quality, Finance, and Commercial to reduce disruptions to material flow and ensure material availability to support production requirements
      • Analyzing demand for assigned parts and ensuring a balanced level of supply to meet the demand
      • Accurate, timely, and proactive communication of material supply status to laboratory management
      • Manage and track inventory supply and needs; perform routine cycle count reconciliation
      • Work within the Operations team and with external vendors to ensure timely and efficient manufacturing and shipment of collection kits to our customers
      • Monitor and communicate order status for categories assigned. Follow-up, track and expedite deliveries as needed
      • Support new/revised material qualification efforts, including tech transfer projects, by gathering information and placing purchase orders in relevant purchasing systems
      • Drive the discovery and implementation of cost savings related to categories assigned
      • Support complex continuous improvement and quality activities such as process and procedure improvements through the change control procedure
      • May assist during internal and external inspections to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, local regulations and company standards
      • Responsible for supporting a positive, professional, team-oriented, harassment-free work environment by understanding and complying with the Employee Handbook and Safety Policy/Manual and all Human Resources policies, and by demonstrating the Company's values and being a role model for the Company BrandADDITIONAL DUTIES:This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organizationREQUIRED COMPETENCIES:
        • Performance Orientation – Is driven by personal performance; achieves all objectives detailed in scorecards and comfortable with quantifiable assessments.
        • Impact Orientation – Performs to stated objectives and driven to make an impact on company goals and patients' lives.
        • Competitive – Dedicated to a competitive spirit that supports the Epic Sciences' goal to be the premier CTC technology in the industry.
        • Sense of Urgency – Has the speed and agility dedicated to the company's goals and performance.
        • Ability to Handle Pressure and Ambiguity – Comfortable with the pressure to be the best and the ability maintain composure and focus in situations of ambiguity and uncertainty.
        • Confidence - Confident in one's skills and abilities; pursues everything with energy; demonstrates the drive and a need to finish especially in the face of resistance or setbacks.Powered by JazzHR2MaVNJjWrw

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