Team Lead, Materials Management

Bachem AG•Vista, CA

About The Position

The Team Lead, Materials Management is the subject matter expert and SAP Key User, in relation to SAP and business practices within the Materials Management Department. As SME, the Materials Management Lead is responsible for the daily scheduling and operational oversight of the receipt of material; inventory control; raw material receiving, sampling; dispensing; issuing material to production; finished peptide sampling; dispensing; packaging; and labeling. They must be able to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritize competing demands, supervise the team through task completion, and communicate effectively. The Lead ensures accurate, timely, and complete documentation and SAP transactions are being completed in a timely manner. This individual will also lead MM SAP troubleshooting and testing support as needed. Ensures that all Materials Management functions are carried out in compliance with Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA), and the Sarbanes Oxley Act (SOX) as well as all Bachem Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Requirements

Hgh School diploma or equivalent
4-6 years’ experience in supply chain leadership preferably in a pharmaceutical / biotech manufacturing cGMP environment
4-6 years’ experience as an Key ERP User (preferred)
1-3 years’ experience operating material handling equipment (preferred)
1-3 years’ experience working with chemicals and hazardous material (preferred)
Familiar with aseptic processes, e.g. gowning and working in a clean room environment
Solid understanding of business processes and ERP systems
Knowledge of handling temperature sensitive products including working in cold storage areas
Ability to lead, motivate and small teams
Ability to manage multiple responsibilities with a high degree of self-motivation
Ability to work independently, as well as manage others, in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Ability to clearly communicate in a proactive and solution-focused manner, including keeping management aware of potential issues
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Detail oriented and highly accurate with numerical information.
Must be computer literate, (Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and have in-depth knowledge of inventory control systems
Use of personal protective equipment, (PPE) including respirators and gowning
Familiarity with DOT, IATAA regulations
Valid California Driver's License

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree (preferred)
4-6 years’ experience as an Key ERP User (preferred)
1-3 years’ experience operating material handling equipment (preferred)
1-3 years’ experience working with chemicals and hazardous material (preferred)

Responsibilities

Provide leadership, training, and daily operational guidance to Materials Manage personnel in the areas of receiving, inventory control, sampling, material transfers, finished goods sampling, dispensing, packaging and distribution, to be done through the execution of cGMP procedures
Oversee work of direct reports: distribute workload, and cross-train staff Manage a small team within the Materials Management team. Will also ensure compliant and safe storage, dispensing, and office areas
Provide recommendations to Materials Management leadership regarding process and training improvements
Confirm all material received through a purchase order is properly received and transferred to the correct storage location
Confirm material received matches the PO and processes receipt transactions
Confirm documentation, and performs receiving inspections, for receipt of all materials
Coordinate material movement, sampling, release and labeling of raw materials and components with Quality Assurance
Resolve transfer issues for all received raw material