Logistics & Planning Associate II

Iovance Biotherapeutics•Philadelphia, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Logistics and Planning Associate II coordinates supply planning and logistics activities across multiple clinical studies in support of Iovance Biotherapeutics’ goals and objectives. The position is based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The role supports scheduling and tracking from collection through infusion, including logistics, chain of custody and identification, real-time scheduling, and contract manufacturing organization (CMO) capacity management. It works cross-functionally with Clinical, Manufacturing, Clinical Operations, CMOs, logistics couriers, and company leadership to support production plans, patient schedules, site onboarding, and program milestones. The associate also evaluates logistics performance, prepares and presents reports and recommendations, and helps improve product transport and on-time delivery while controlling cost. The role requires strong analytical, organizational, communication, and presentation skills, along with the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with minimal direction. The position involves extended periods seated in front of a computer.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
2–4 years of experience in a related supply chain, planning, or logistics role.
Ability to work with multiple databases and electronic systems.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
Ability to multitask, prioritize, and balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while delivering timely, high-quality work.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, including presentation skills and the ability to influence staff at all levels, including executives.
Ability to work with minimal direction and adjust workload as priorities change.
Advanced qualitative and quantitative analytical skills to evaluate and interpret complex problems using multiple sources of information.
Good business acumen and ability to think strategically and analytically, including financial analysis.
Skilled with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
Ability to sit for an extended time in front of a computer.

Nice To Haves

Experience planning for time-critical and temperature-sensitive products.
Experience with Oracle/ERP, courier, and material-ordering portals.

Responsibilities

Assist with implementation of scheduling software for clinical trials and future commercial requirements, covering collection-to-infusion logistics, chain of custody and identification, real-time scheduling and tracking, and CMO capacity management.
Work with Clinical, Manufacturing, and CMOs to develop logistics support for production plans and patient schedules.
Support Clinical Operations with onboarding new sites.
Implement key performance measures to improve product transport and on-time delivery at the lowest cost.
Manage the sourcing, onboarding, performance, and relationships of logistics couriers.
Collaborate with individuals and organizations across functions in a team-oriented environment.
Participate in Product/Study Teams to align demand and supply plans with program milestones and activities.
Prepare, review, and present assigned data, reports, and presentations.
Interface with all levels of the organization, including senior management.
Deliver presentations and make recommendations to Senior Tech Ops, Clinical, and Commercial leadership.
Perform other duties as assigned.