Raw Material Planner I

Wave Life Sciences is a biotechnology company focused on unlocking the broad potential of RNA medicines to transform human health. Our RNA medicines platform, PRISM, combines multiple modalities, chemistry innovation and deep insights in human genetics to deliver scientific breakthroughs that treat both rare and prevalent disorders. Our toolkit of RNA-targeting modalities includes editing, splicing, RNA interference and antisense silencing, providing us with unmatched capabilities for designing and sustainably delivering candidates that optimally address disease biology. Our diversified pipeline includes clinical programs in Duchenne muscular dystrophy, Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency and Huntington’s disease, as well as a preclinical program in obesity. Driven by the calling to “Reimagine Possible”, we are leading the charge toward a world in which human potential is no longer hindered by the burden of disease.

Description

The Raw Material Planner is an active member of the Supply Chain Planning department. The function requires strong interaction skills with the following functional groups:  Product Development, Medicinal Chemistry, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Logistics, Engineering, Finance, and Facility Management.

The Raw Material Planner is responsible for the overall raw materials planning for internal and external manufacturing sites. The ideal candidate will plan, schedule, and monitors the movement of materials through the production cycle.

Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business, quality, supply chain, or industrial engineering and a minimum of 2 years of experience 
• Experience with Quality and ERP systems a plus
• Experience using MS applications (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Project) 
• Experience within the pharmaceutical and/or medical products industries preferred 

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and maintain appropriate inventory levels of raw materials using a deep working understanding of plant operational requirements and supplier constraints
• Determine material requirements from the manufacturing production schedules, BOMs, safety stocks, engineering, validation, and process development requirements
• Determine safety stock levels based on leadership guidance, usage history, BOM, yields, supplier lead times and reliability, QA release rates, and other pertinent information
• Create and maintain planning BOMs in collaboration with Manufacturing and PD
• Generate purchase requisitions for the procurement of raw materials through approved/qualified suppliers
• Collaborate with Buyers to understand order confirmations, monitor delivery dates, and expedite POs, when necessary
• Participate in Production meetings and support Tech Transfer teams as needed
• Prepare raw material forecasts to be provided to suppliers
• Proactively communicate with internal customers and CMOs in the event of a supply disruption. Propose mitigation strategies for any material related issues
• Collaborate with Purchasing, Manufacturing, PD on the creation/maintenance of Master Data for raw materials
• Provide support to Quality:
  • Manage Raw Material Deviations, Change Control and CAPAs as required 
  • Complete impact assessments and action items assigned on a timely and thorough manner
• Work with QC to understand release activities and expedite release, if necessary, to support ongoing operations
• Actively manage and mitigate expiring materials
• Develop and present key raw materials inventory projections, expiry/aging inventory reports, and other analysis as required
• Develop metrics such as inventory accuracy and raw materials expedites
• Assist Manufacturing, QA, QC, Facilities, and PD in providing material data such as inventory information, lot trace, where used, usage analysis and any other requested support
• Actively contribute to the development of the Supply Chain Raw Material annual budget by tracking actuals against the approved budget, identify variances, and propose mitigation actions as needed
• Initiate and participate in cost projection, savings projects/opportunities and ad hoc analysis as required
• Support ERP system implementation or applicable supply planning and scheduling systems and tools
• Coordinate material transfers between, Suppliers, Third Party Warehouses, and Wave plants

Key Skills

• Sound understanding of Inventory Management, and Supply Chain
• Strong Written and Communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with internal and external teams at all levels
• Ability to work independently 
• A team player with a great positive and professional attitude who is willing and eager to learn
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Process, System, and Service oriented
• Ability to build partnerships across the Organization
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with a strong attention to detail
• Willingness and the ability to pick up new technical skills and information quickly
• Excellent work ethic and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage and work in multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Flexibility and can-do attitude to manage unexpected situations successfully 

Wave Life Sciences provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Wave Life Sciences complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Wave Life Sciences expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Wave Life Sciences’ employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

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