Associate Buyer Planner - Gent, België - Legend Biotech EU

Legend Biotech EU

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Gent, België

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Geplaatst door:

Sophie Dubois

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Beschrijving

Company Information
Legend Biotech entered into a global collaboration agreement with Janssen Biotech, Inc. to develop, manufacture and commercialize ciltacabtagene autoleucel (cilta-cel). Through our strategic partnership, we look to advance the promise of an immunotherapy in the treatment of multiple myeloma.

Position Overview
We are seeking a talented Associate Buyer/Planner to join our team at Legend Biotech.

The Associate Buyer/Planner will be part of the Manufacturing Technical Operations team responsible for the material planning within the end-to-end Supply Chain team for the production of a personalized cell therapy and supporting areas to support both clinical and commercial requirements in a sterile cGMP environment in accordance with company policies and procedures.

Major Responsibilities

Oversee inventory levels of raw materials and components to ensure optimal levels for production while minimizing excess inventory and stockouts.
Utilize MRP system (SAP) to generate accurate material requirements based on production schedules and reorder points, ensuring timely procurement and availability of materials
Creation of Purchase Orders towards our suppliers to ensure timely delivery and availability of materials
Collaborate with suppliers to monitor lead times and assist in resolving any issues related to quality, delivery, or quantity discrepancies.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, by maintaining accurate documentation and adhering to quality standards in material management processes.
Work closely with various departments including manufacturing operations, production scheduling, MS&T, quality assurance, warehousing and procurement to coordinate activities and resolve any issues affecting material availability or production schedules.
Identify opportunities for process improvements in material planning and procurement processes to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve overall supply chain performance.
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to material planning and inventory management to track performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualification

Education:

At minimum a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Finance, Business/Engineering, or related field

Experience:

First experience (12 years) in material planning is required, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry

Capabilities, Knowledge, and skills:

Strong analytical and data entry skills
Thorough, accurate and precise with quality of deliverables on top of the mind
Technologically savvy with the ability to quickly adopt new systems and processes
Proficient in Excel (Pivot Tables and Advanced Analytics), Word, Visio, and exposure to ERP and other financial accounting systems, preferably SAP
Proficient in Business Intelligence software to create and maintain dashboards
Ability to work independently and successfully, prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously, integrate crossfunctional issues and balance competing priorities effectively. Must be able to manage shifting priorities to meet critical deadlines in a fast paced and dynamic, growing environment
Strength in communicating and working effectively with broad stakeholders in various scientific/technical/business disciplines
Strong influencing capabilities with an ability to interact and communicate effectively at all levels of the organization and across different functions
Ability to promote a mindset of process oriented thinking, continuous improvement, problem solving
Prior experience with Procurement Operations, Finance or Accounting Principles is highly desirable

Language(s):

English/Dutch

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Legend Biotech maintains a drug-free workplace.