Senior Director of Supply Chain

The work we do at FDB has never been more important—and we are looking for talented candidates to join us. We are growing our locations, our capabilities, and our teams, and looking for passionate, mission-driven people like you who want to make a real difference in people’s lives. Join FDB and help create the next vaccine, cure, or gene therapy in partnership with some of the most innovative biopharma companies across the globe. We are proud to cultivate a culture that will fuel your passion, energy, and drive - what FDB call Genki.

College Station, Texas may be a small, university town, but the lively cultural scene and local amenities make it a great place for families as well as those who want the ease of small-town life and the convenience of living close to the vibrant pulse of big cities. Eighty-seven percent of Texas' population lives within a 180-mile radius, so we are in the center of it all in Texas. And our site is nestled in the hub of innovation, representing a source of pride for the area.

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Summary :

To lead and develop the FDBT Supply Chain organization. To maintain compliant systems and procedures to Source, Purchase, Store and Dispense the Raw Materials, Consumables, Components and Engineering spares used for both GMP and non GMP manufacturing for the FDBT sites. To oversee and manage the storage and shipment of finished products.

Essential Functions:

• To interpret the mid-term plan and develop strategies for the Supply Chain to keep pace with the business demands and growth. Build business cases for the required investments in People and Infrastructure and implement the chosen strategy with proper oversight.
• Lead and manage the local procurement and supply chain processes for all activities at FDBT such that customer promises are met.
• Ensure GMP and EHS compliance throughout the Supply Chain and maintain ‘Audit ready’ within the Supply Chain team.
• Lead the creation of a robust reconciliation process and support Program Management to have effective and smooth communications with customers.
• Monitor Inventory levels and work in partnership with Finance to manage stock at appropriate levels. Ensure the Supply Chain budgets are within agreed constraints.
• Ensuring value to the business by driving efficiencies within supply relationships through price, reliability, sustainability, terms and GMP compliance. Manage supplier contractors, ensuring the best value and suitable service levels.
• Manage the Material planning group to ensure ‘On Time in Full’ deliveries. Maintain the management system which provides accurate materials and costing data.
• Act of the company representative for Supply Chain in regulatory, customer and internal audits.
• Drive visible performance management via KPIs to track progress, monitoring actual performance v plan and promoting awareness to drive improvement.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Influencing & negotiation skills
• Planning skills
• Attention to detail
• Experience of working in a GMP environment and being familiar with FDA healthcare compliance and rules
• Self-motivated and flexible leader
• Experience of leading teams in a regulated environment
  
  

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Onsite attendance
• Extended periods of sitting and/or standing
• Vision to monitor and moderate noise levels. Work is generally performed in an office, manufacturing plant of clinical environment. Car travel is an essential part of the job.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management field with 10 years of relevant experience; OR
• Associate degree in Supply Chain Management with 15 years of relevant experience; OR
• High School diploma or GED and 20 years of relevant experience.