Supervisor, Supply Chain and Logistics

Broad Institute•Cambridge, MA

1d•$70,000 - $94,000•Onsite

About The Position

The mission of the Broad Institute of MIT & Harvard is to transform medicine by dramatically accelerating the understanding and treatment of disease. Through our partnerships with MIT, Harvard, and the Harvard teaching hospitals, along with collaborations across the globe, we've become a worldwide hub of cutting-edge biomedical science. We are committed to building and sustaining a culture that pursues and rewards intellectual curiosity and innovative thinking. Broad’s Supply & Quality Management (SQM) team manages over $80m in annual inventory spend through a complex consumable supply chain. The materials SQM manages are critical to Broad’s mission, and are often costly, customized, single-sourced, and/or new to the market. SQM utilizes SAP to plan, procure, receive, track and distribute consumable inventory across the institute, ensuring a stable supply of materials is available to enable Broad’s groundbreaking research. Reporting to the Manager, Supply Chain & Logistics, this role is critical to supporting Broad’s research efforts through high quality supply management. The Supervisor will work closely with the Manager and research teams to forecast needs, adjust supply levels, and proactively respond to changing requirements. Key responsibilities include placing and tracking orders, managing catalog costs, and using SAP to maintain inventory accuracy. The Supervisor will also adjust safety stock and reorder levels, identify inventory discrepancies, and help develop standards for optimal inventory management. This role includes team leadership, providing guidance to supply chain professionals, fostering collaboration, and aligning team efforts with Broad’s broader supply chain objectives.

Requirements

High school diploma required
Minimum 3+ years in inventory or operations management with computerized systems
Supervisory or team leadership experience required
Proficiency with computers, SAP or other MRP systems, and spreadsheets
Strong attention to detail and communication skills
Ability to work independently, under pressure, and collaboratively across levels
Customer-focused with problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s preferred
Biology or Chemistry background a plus
Experience with biological and chemical products preferred

Responsibilities

Coordinates personnel assignments and schedules use of the Broad Institute truck for efficient movement of inventory, equipment, and other logistical needs
Monitors stockroom, minimart, and receiving dock operations to allocate resources effectively and ensure smooth workflow
Oversees cycle counting and inventory maintenance across all stockroom locations, including specialty chemicals and kits, to ensure accurate stock levels
Utilizes SAP reporting tools to determine daily material requirements and support timely inventory replenishment
Monitors and maintains flammable and chemical supplies, assisting in managing chemical stock levels and compliance
Collaborates with team leaders to ensure adequate supplies in designated areas, including mini marts
Tracks purchase order statuses with vendors, liaising with the Procurement department and end users as needed to address supply chain inquiries
Engages with new research groups to assess their supply needs and implement customized inventory plans
Supervises Logistics staff to ensure asset tags are applied per Institute policy and coordinates with the asset management team for regular physical inventories and asset tracking
Partners with the Manager, Supply Chain & Logistics, and the Associate Director, Supply Chain & Logistics to evaluate safety stock, reorder levels, and standard order quantities
Provides maintenance to material information records, ensuring accuracy of country of origin data, as well as manufacturer name and sku for materials sourced via distribution
Works with the SAP Administrator to ensure new or updated item profiles are accurately reflected in SAP
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Manager, Supply Chain & Logistics
Coach and mentor supply chain staff with the goal of continued growth of each individual on the team, as well as fostering a sense of team and mission within the group
Manage the performance of Logistics personnel, including execution of the annual review process and coordination of individual goals
Address any potential performance issues as they arise via the performance improvement process