Lab Materials Manager

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

, Operations Management, Business Administration,

or

a related field. MBA or advanced supply chain certification is a plus.

Additional Years of experience may

substitute

We are currently seeking a

Lab Materials Manager, Supply Chain

to join the Forge Biologics team. The Lab Materials Manager, Supply Chain will directly contribute to the strategic, operational, and supply chain activities required to support our Laboratory programs and vision. The Lab Materials Manager will have oversight of laboratory inventory and will be responsible for coordination of teams in synergy with all internal groups to ensure schedule attainment for our internal and external clients. This role will manage Inventory levels and flow for both internal and external gene therapy programs. The candidate will utilize existing material handling methods as well as being responsible for leading a team responsible for material handling needs for all laboratory teams. The ideal candidate will have experience in modern supply chain methodologies, inventory management systems, be highly organized, have previous management experience, be able to use or willing to learn to operate industrial equipment (For example lift trucks, reach trucks, fork lifts, order pickers, etc), and able to prioritize their schedule to meet the needs of internal and external customers.

Develop and implement inventory strategies that align with the Laboratory’s overall goals and objectives.

Collaborate with multiple R&D and Lab teams to ensure appropriate levels of inventory to support product development, manufacturing, and distribution requirements.