Supply Chain Specialist II

AskBio•Durham, NC

About The Position

AskBio Inc., a wholly owned and independently operated subsidiary of Bayer AG, is a fully integrated gene therapy company dedicated to developing life-saving medicines and changing lives. The company maintains a portfolio of clinical programs across a range of neuromuscular, central nervous system, cardiovascular, and metabolic disease indications with a clinical-stage pipeline that includes investigational therapeutics for congestive heart failure, limb-girdle muscular dystrophy, multiple system atrophy, Parkinson’s disease, and Pompe disease. AskBio’s gene therapy platform includes Pro10™, an industry-leading proprietary cell line manufacturing process, and an extensive array of capsids and promoters. With global headquarters in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, and European headquarters in Edinburgh, Scotland, the company has generated hundreds of proprietary capsids and promoters, several of which have entered pre-clinical and clinical testing. Our vision: Pioneering science to create transformative molecular medicines. Our mission: Lead innovative science and drive clinical outcomes to transform people's lives. Our principles: Advance innovative science by pushing boundaries. Bring transformative therapeutics to patients in need. Provide an environment for employees to reach their fullest potential. Our values: Be a Pioneer. We are not afraid of the impossible and to innovate to make gene therapies accessible to those in need. Cultivate Collaboration. Strive to be the best teammate, actively listen, openly communicate, and embrace diverse points of view. Embrace Responsibility. We are humbled by the enormity of our mission. We hold a relentless commitment to advance science and clinical outcomes for our patients, families, and caregivers. Raise the Bar. Continuously drive improvements and efficiencies. Seek and provide constructive feedback. Have a bias for learning and action. Act with Uncompromising Integrity. Be honest, transparent, and committed to doing what’s right in every situation. Make clear commitments and follow through. Position Summary The Supply Chain Specialist II is a key member of AskBio’s GMP Supply Chain team and is responsible for supporting logistics, material movement, and inventory control for critical materials and reagents, including cell banks, samples, products, and components. This role collaborates closely with internal functions (e.g., Program Management, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing) and external partners to ensure the efficient planning, transport, and storage of critical materials for the CMC organization. The Supply Chain Specialist II is an office-based role located in RTP, NC or Philadelphia, PA and will report to the Manager of Planning and Logistics.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a technical, business, or life science discipline and 2+ years of role-relevant experience in supply chain, operations management, logistics or related area OR high school diploma and 6+ years of role-relevant experience in supply chain, operations management, logistics or related area
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with other functions/disciplines
Demonstrated ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks effectively to meet tight deadlines
Previous exposure to biopharmaceutical manufacturing, development, or logistics
Experience with domestic/international shipping and logistics
Strong attention to detail, highly organized and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment
Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team

Nice To Haves

Previous experience within the pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry
Knowledge of import/export regulations, processes, and/or procedures
Prior experience working with global teams and external vendors/partners
Operational excellence or Six Sigma training

Responsibilities

Plan and coordinate GDP/GMP-compliant logistics for critical materials (e.g., cell banks, samples, products, components) being stored and/or shipped by third party vendors (e.g., couriers, depots)
Ensure all shipments are prepared, processed, and transported in accordance with regulatory requirements and AskBio’s SOP’s, processes, and instructions
Manage and track AskBio’s inventory at third party vendors/depots and external manufacturing partners (i.e., CDMOs)
Conduct inventory reconciliations (e.g., cycle counts, aging reviews) and initiate corrective updates to maintain data integrity
Maintain accurate documentation and records for inventory, shipments, and storage for critical materials (internal and external systems)
Assist with supply planning and logistics workstreams; contribute to operational excellence, problem-solving, and continuous-improvement activities
Participate in budgeting and forecasting efforts within the GMP Supply teams
Build effective working relationships with Manufacturing, Program Management, and Clinical Supply leads to keep material readiness aligned with program plans
Support deviations/change controls/CAPAs tied to logistics or inventory workflows by providing data, timelines, and document links
Support audits and investigations by preparing documentation/data and responding to supply chain-related queries