Head, US BioLife Supply Chain Operations (Logistics)

BioLife•Bannockburn, IL

45d•Hybrid

About The Position

About BioLife Plasma Services BioLife Plasma Services, a subsidiary of Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited, is an industry leader in the collection of high-quality plasma, which is processed into life-saving plasma-based therapies. Some diseases can only be treated with medicines made with plasma. Since plasma can't be made synthetically, many people rely on plasma donors to live healthier, happier lives. BioLife operates 250+ state-of-the-art plasma donation centers across the United States. Our employees are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for patients and ensuring that the donation process is safe, straightforward, and rewarding for donors who wish to make a positive impact. When you work at BioLife, you'll feel good knowing that what we do helps improve the lives of patients with rare diseases. While you focus on our donors, we'll support you. We offer a purpose you can believe in, a team you can count on, opportunities for career growth, and a comprehensive benefits program, all in a fast-paced, friendly environment. This position is currently classified as "hybrid" in accordance with Takeda's Hybrid and Remote Work policy. OBJECTIVES/PURPOSE The Head of US Supply Chain Operations plays a pivotal role in providing leadership and strategic direction to the Supply Chain functions within BioLife and Takeda Global Manufacturing Supply Chain. Responsibilities include developing a resilient, data-driven supply chain and maintaining a continuous focus on network optimization to ensure timely plasma delivery to designated plants, while globally adhering to Takeda's policies.

Requirements

BA or master's degree with a minimum of 10 years of experience in supply chain/operations/manufacturing / Finance/product management.
Interpersonal skills and communication skills to interact with various internal stakeholders
Must be able to travel up to 15% domestically.
Must be fluent in English.
Inventory planning processes and systems, including SAP and other Supply Chain software tools.
Strong knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint
Understanding of the principles of Lean and Six Sigma applied to Supply Chain
Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP); basic knowledge of US FDA regulations
Comprehensive skill set encompassing strategic planning, financial acumen, supply chain management, logistics, and the ability to collaborate with various stakeholders both internally and externally.

Responsibilities

Oversee plasma inventory management from US BioLife Centers and Third-Party purchases, 3PL Warehouses, all the way through to delivery to manufacturing facilities in the US and ocean deliveries to Europe's central warehouse.
Lead the US Logistics planning and execution, including transportation, warehouse & distribution, and vendor management.
Develop and implement budgets and long-term transportation, warehousing & distribution plans to maximize end-to-end supply chain value and mitigate supply chain risks.
Lead the US Logistics Network Optimization, evaluate the current logistic footprint, and collaborate with GD&L to ensure a diversified supplier base and sufficient warehouse capacity to support the BioLife LRP plan.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the scope of the responsibilities, ensuring the establishment of performance metrics that are in line with Takeda standards.

Benefits

U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term and/or long-term incentives.
U.S. based employees may be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well-being benefits, among others.
U.S. based employees are also eligible to receive, per calendar year, up to 80 hours of sick time, and new hires are eligible to accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation.

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