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Supply Chain Manager (Contract) - Cell Therapy

Bedford, MA

About Us…

Obsidian Therapeutics is expanding the reach of TIL therapy. We are pioneering engineered tumor infiltrating lymphocyte (TIL) therapies to deliver transformative outcomes for patients suffering from solid tumor malignancies. Obsidian’s programs apply our cytoDRiVE® platform technology to express regulated therapeutic proteins to enhance anti-tumor activity. We are investigating OBX-115 and enrolling patients in an ongoing multicenter clinical trial in advanced melanoma and non-small cell lung cancer ( Agni-01 ).

We’re proud of our diverse talented team and committed to cultivating an environment where each person feels a strong sense of belonging and is supported to continuously learn and contribute their best work. Our research team is based in the heart of Cambridge, MA, and our Technical Development, Manufacturing & Quality team is based in our facility in Bedford, MA. Obsidianites enjoy a highly collaborative culture, competitive salary and benefits, and potential for ownership through stock options.

In April 2024, we announced closure of an oversubscribed $160.5 million Series C financing with a top-tier syndicate of life science investors to advance Obsidian’s lead program in its ongoing trials.

Our Opportunity…

We’re expanding our Supply Chain team to build a best-in-class Autologous Cell Therapy Supply Chain. In this role, you’ll implement a comprehensive supply chain planning and inventory management program in support of our clinical trials in metastatic melanoma and non-small cell lung cancer. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in Supply planning, inventory management and supplier relationship with a background in cGMP requirements. As part of our Technical Operations team, you’ll be a vital part of a highly collaborative team working to deliver OBX-115 to patients and achieve Obsidian’s vision of translating innovative science into medical breakthroughs.

This is a unique opportunity to be a contributor in a well-funded clinical company with blue chip investors, field-leading advisors, best-in-class partners, and an experienced team. You will join a dynamic, innovative, passionate, collaborative, and successful organization focused on delivering transformative therapies in areas of greatest clinical need.

Based in our Bedford, MA site with a hybrid work schedule, this is a contract role anticipated to extend for 6 months with the possibility of becoming a full-time opportunity based on company needs and individual performance.

You Will…

Develop and manage an End to End inventory management program through collaboration with external partners (Contract Manufacturing Organizations, External Biorepositories, Logistic Partners).
Develop and manage a detailed End to End MRP process including the establishment of risk-based inventory targets.
Develop and manage a Sample inventory management program in partnership with Analytical Development and Quality Control groups.
Support the S&OP process through End to End supply planning and scenario analysis
Support a Raw Material risk assessment for all raw material and consumables used in OBX-115 manufacturing process.
Coordinate the monthly Supply Chain scorecard update.
Support the establishment of a supplier management program including the development of a sourcing strategy and the establishment of Supply Agreements.
Develop a formal label management program.
Develop and maintain appropriate GMP controlled documents (i.e., SOPs, WIs, and Forms).

You Bring…

Core Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Life Sciences, Supply Chain Management, or related discipline; advanced degree preferred.

5 years of relevant experience in inventory management, planning, or supply chain in a pharmaceutical or biotech company, especially in handling of cell therapy or other relevant products.

Extensive quality and compliance background in a clinical GMP operational environment, including a minimum of 3 years prior experience in commercial or clinical GMP environment.

Ability to execute strategic objectives by prioritizing tactical priorities - balance short term objectives and long term needs for maintaining a robust supply chain to deliver complex treatments to patients.

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and make data-driven decisions.

Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint.

A highly collaborative working style - experience building healthy, productive, and high trust relationships within your function and with direct stakeholders, inviting and sharing ideas and feedback, and productively challenging own and others’ assumptions to generate new ideas and facilitate better outcomes.

Self-motivation and a proven ability to work with general direction, exercise good judgement, and seek the information and support you need to meet objectives and timelines.

Flexibility, ability to adapt to changing priorities to fulfill our mission.

Exceptional organizational skills with an ability to multi-task and prioritize based on strategic goals of Obsidian and the Supply Chain organization.

A desire and ability to work in a dynamic and entrepreneurial environment.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Bonus Qualifications

Strong knowledge of managing temperature controlled cold chains including 2-8C, -80C, and LN2 preferred : Prior experience in managing such shipments in collaboration with logistics partners.

Experience in autologous Cell Therapy Phase 1 / 2 company.

Please no agency solicitation at this time. Thank you.

Obsidian is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, cultivating a welcoming and diverse environment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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