Warehouse Specialist
The Warehouse Specialist will be part of the Technical Operations team responsible for inventory management in support of production of a personalized cell therapy to support both clinical and commercial requirements in a sterile cGMP environment. The individual will work closely and collaboratively with Warehouse Operations, Manufacturing Operations, Finance, Scheduling, Planning, and Procurement. In addition to inventory activities, this position will be responsible for performing inbound and outbound shipments and general warehouse activities as needed.
Key responsibilities include serving as a subject matter expert for inventory management and warehouse operations/logistics. The role involves interpreting and analyzing demand and usage of various materials, including critical supplies, clinical materials, components, and consumables, to ensure inventory coverage and supply readiness. The specialist will monitor, maintain, update, investigate, and analyze physical and virtual inventory, perform inventory-related projects, and provide information that will aid in decision-making for inventory balances and control processes, as well as process improvements related to inventory. Additionally, the role includes performing cycle counts to validate and improve inventory accuracy and control, managing daily processes for physical counting, storage, and replenishment within the electronic inventory management system, and assisting with the development of investigations and root cause analyses on any inventory supply risks, disruptions, or other quality-related issues.
The position requires a minimum of a high school diploma and/or an equivalent combination of education and work experience. Experience within warehouse operations, logistics, manufacturing, inventory, and/or shipping & receiving within a cGMP manufacturing environment in the biotech/biopharma industry is required. Candidates must have clear and succinct verbal and written communication skills with attention to detail and the ability to follow procedures. Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) is required, along with knowledge of cGMP regulations and FDA guidelines. Experience using material handling equipment, SAP, or similar inventory management systems is also required. The role demands the ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs and stand for long periods, as well as physical dexterity sufficient to use computers and documentation. The ability to accommodate shift work, including evenings and weekends as required by operational needs, is necessary.
The anticipated base pay range for this position is $53,438 to $70,136 USD. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a 401(k) retirement plan with a company match that vests fully on day one. The company offers eight weeks of paid parental leave after just three months of employment and a paid time off policy that includes vacation time, personal time, sick time, floating holidays, and eleven company holidays. Additional voluntary benefits include flexible spending and health savings accounts, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, legal assistance, and supplemental plans such as pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance. The company also provides voluntary commuter benefits, family planning and care resources, well-being initiatives, and peer-to-peer recognition programs, demonstrating an ongoing commitment to building a culture where employees feel empowered, supported, and inspired to do their best work.