• This is a 100% remote role. No time zone preference. Contractor will be expected to work 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM in their time zone. EW will need to have strong communication skills and be able to commit to a consistent remote schedule and be available at the committed times.
• Qualities/characteristics the hiring manager is looking for in candidates to work best with their team: Proactive, go-getter, detailed oriented, customer service oriented
• Things the hiring manager is looking for when reviewing resumes that stand out among the right applicants: Plan to stock, inventory experience

The 3 non negotiables for an ideal candidate in this role: Supply Chain Raw Material Procurement experience or Planning or Master Data. Must have previous buying experience as this role will have buying responsibilities
Accountabilities
Support business processes related to NA-TO Back Office and process improvements with minimum supervision
Act as a team lead or -member in cross functional projects
Provide appropriate and accurate information and analysis for effective decision making in NA-TO Hub
Manage and oversee Compliance related activities
Develop strategic and tactical processes that increase the Corporate Transportation value proposition with minimum management direction
ResponsibilitiesExecute GDP/ GMP and business processes in the scope of Support Office with minimum supervision
Manage outbound/ inbound distribution schedule with appropriate level of detail and prioritization
Execute processes related to outbound/ inbound distribution including creation of shipping documents, booking of couriers and managing shipping supplies
Track distribution Budget
Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPI's) and metrics for area management
Develop and maintain training materials related to the Back Office
Develop and maintain applicable Standard Operating Procedures, Forms, and/or Business documents
Provide training to new staff
Represent Hub by leading and/or facilitating cross-functional team meetings to develop and implement business solutions which optimize processes
Own/ provide support Deviations/CAPAs, root cause assessments, and change control records
Outputs
Ensure product supply using a GDP compliant distribution model
Maintain two way communication between Hub and Internal and External Customers
Advance on the departmental goals and key-initiatives.
Basic QualificationsMaster's Degree
OR Bachelor's Degree and 2 years of Life Science or Business experience preferably in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry
OR Associate's degree and 6 years of Life Science or Business experience preferably in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry
OR High school diploma/GED and 8 years of Life Science or Business experience preferably in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry
Minimum RequirementsBasic Education & Experience Master’s degree or Bachelor's Degree and 2 years of Life Science or Business experience preferably in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry
Associate's degree and 6 years of Life Science or Business experience preferably in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry
High school diploma/GED and 8 years of Life Science or Business experience preferably in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry
Fluency in English, both in oral and written communication
Excellence in working with MS Office
Preferred RequirementsAbility to learn new tasks, functions and responsibilities quickly
Continuous improvement mindset
Analytical reasoning and creative problem-solving ability to conceive the solutions of tomorrow
Effective communication and command skills
Excellent project management skills
Good negotiation and facilitation skills
Demonstrated skill to handle multiple responsibilities and priorities simultaneously in a fluid environment with time pressures
General understanding of regulatory guidelines impacting supply (i.e. GxP, SOX)
High attention to detail
Understanding of clinical study conduct
Ability to operate in a team or matrixed environment
Advanced skills using systems such as SAP, Microsoft Office Suite, CDOCS, QMTS and data visualization software (Tableau, Power BI, Spotfire)
CMIS PMP certification and/or CPIM certification