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Head, US BioLife Supply Chain Operations (Logistics)
Head, US BioLife Supply Chain Operations (Logistics)BioLife Plasma Services • Round Lake, IL, US
Head, US BioLife Supply Chain Operations (Logistics)

Head, US BioLife Supply Chain Operations (Logistics)

BioLife Plasma Services • Round Lake, IL, US
9 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

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Job Description

About BioLife Plasma Services

BioLife Plasma Services, a subsidiary of Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited, is an industry leader in the collection of high-quality plasma, which is processed into life-saving plasma-based therapies. Some diseases can only be treated with medicines made with plasma. Since plasma can't be made synthetically, many people rely on plasma donors to live healthier, happier lives. BioLife operates 250+ state-of-the-art plasma donation centers across the United States. Our employees are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for patients and ensuring that the donation process is safe, straightforward, and rewarding for donors who wish to make a positive impact. When you work at BioLife, you'll feel good knowing that what we do helps improve the lives of patients with rare diseases. While you focus on our donors, we'll support you. We offer a purpose you can believe in, a team you can count on, opportunities for career growth, and a comprehensive benefits program, all in a fast-paced, friendly environment.

This position is currently classified as "hybrid" in accordance with Takeda's Hybrid and Remote Work policy. The successful incumbent will be physically located and / or based out of either Bannockburn, IL or Cambridge, MA.

OBJECTIVES / PURPOSE

The Head of US Supply Chain Operations plays a pivotal role in providing leadership and strategic direction to the Supply Chain functions within BioLife and Takeda Global Manufacturing Supply Chain. Responsibilities include developing a resilient, data-driven supply chain and maintaining a continuous focus on network optimization to ensure timely plasma delivery to designated plants, while globally adhering to Takeda's policies.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

  • Oversee plasma inventory management from US BioLife Centers and Third-Party purchases, 3PL Warehouses, all the way through to delivery to manufacturing facilities in the US and ocean deliveries to Europe's central warehouse.
  • Lead the US Logistics planning and execution, including transportation, warehouse & distribution, and vendor management.
  • Develop and implement budgets and long-term transportation, warehousing & distribution plans to maximize end-to-end supply chain value and mitigate supply chain risks.
  • Lead the US Logistics Network Optimization, evaluate the current logistic footprint, and collaborate with GD&L to ensure a diversified supplier base and sufficient warehouse capacity to support the BioLife LRP plan.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the scope of the responsibilities, ensuring the establishment of performance metrics that are in line with Takeda standards.

DIMENSIONS AND ASPECTS

Technical / Functional (Line) Expertise

  • Inventory planning processes and systems, including SAP and other Supply Chain software tools.
  • Strong knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint
  • Understanding of the principles of Lean and Six Sigma applied to Supply Chain
  • Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP); basic knowledge of US FDA regulations
  • Leadership

  • Comprehensive skill set encompassing strategic planning, financial acumen, supply chain management, logistics, and the ability to collaborate with various stakeholders both internally and externally.
  • Focus on maximizing end-to-end supply chain, ensuring compliance, and contributing to the overall success of Takeda's value chain.
  • Decision-making and Autonomy

  • Make strategy recommendations and implement accordingly
  • Interaction

  • Plasma Center Operations, Various Supply Chain Teams, Digital, Data & Technology (DD&T), Finance, Procurement, Quality, and Suppliers.
  • Partner with Finance to ensure accurate plasma inventory movement and financial reporting throughout the end-to-end supply chain.
  • Innovation

  • Process improvement across the E2E value chain from point of collection to delivery.
  • Complexity

  • Ensure all Supply Chain processes and logistics services are in accordance with Takeda standards.
  • EDUCATION, BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS :

  • BA or master's degree with a minimum of 10 years of experience in supply chain / operations / manufacturing / Finance / product management.
  • Interpersonal skills and communication skills to interact with various internal stakeholders
  • Must be able to travel up to 15% domestically.
  • Must be fluent in English.
  • BioLife Compensation and Benefits Summary

    We understand compensation is

    an important factor

    as you consider the next step in your career.

    e are committed to

    equitable

    pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices.

    For Location : Bannockburn, IL

    U.S. Base Salary Range :

    $174,500.00 - $274,230.00

    The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and / or from which they will be performing the job. The actual base salary offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.

    U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term and / or long-term incentives. U.S. based employees may be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well-being benefits, among others. U.S. based employees are also eligible to receive, per calendar year, up to 80 hours of sick time, and new hires are eligible to accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation.

    EEO Statement

    Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.

    Locations

    Bannockburn, ILUSA - MA - Cambridge - Kendall Square - 500

    Worker Type

    Employee

    Worker Sub-Type

    Regular

    Time Type

    Full time

    Job Exempt

    Yes

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