Associate II, Materials Management & Logistics

Artiva Biotherapeutics • San Diego, CA

2d • $78,000 - $90,000

About The Position

​​The Materials Management & Logistics Associate II works with procurement, inventory, receipt and release of manufacturing and QC materials for our newly established manufacturing facility. This position works closely with Manufacturing, QC, and QA teams from Technical Operations as well as corporate procurement to understand their needs and priorities.

Requirements

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in a regulated shipping and receiving/materials management position, preferably in biotech or life sciences
• Familiarity with GMP/GDP regulations as related to Pharma/Biotech/ industries preferred
• Cold chain experiences (2-8⁰C, -20⁰C, -80⁰C, and below -150⁰C).
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Experience with ERP use a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to learn new applications quickly and easily
• Knowledge of various inventory management systems
• Good collaborative and team-oriented communication
• Experience in a dynamic, fast paced, growing environment
• May need to work with hazardous materials
• Must be able to lift, carry, push and/or pull 50 pounds of equipment or supplies

Responsibilities

• Perform daily supply chain operations including shipping, receiving, record keeping/documentation, inventory management, and order processing of all materials for Artiva manufacturing and QC operations
• Assist laboratory personnel to ensure effective management of material to support in-house manufacturing operations
• Perform manufacturing materials kitting as needed
• Proficiency in ERP and paper-based receiving/inventory systems
• Maintain accurate records of receipt and release of materials
• Perform inventory counts of materials as needed
• Assist with revision of SOPs for supply chain/materials management processes as needed
• Ensure that all documentation and materials transactions are completed accurately and following Good Documentation Practices
• Preparation of outbound shipments, including preparation of records and preparation of goods for final shipment as needed
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure proper shipping of regulated and non-regulated materials, work with external shipping agents and vendors to resolve issues as needed
• Assist in reconciliation of order discrepancies and follow up with purchasing, vendors and end users as needed
• Adhere to appropriate PPE and safety rules
• Assist in all other materials management and supply operations deemed necessary to complete organizational goals

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Group Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability (LTD)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Company paid holidays, including the year-end holiday week
• Our recognition program, Bonus.ly, is where you can trade in points earned for things you want.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed