Senior Manager Supply Chain Inventory and Operations

Senior Manager Supply Chain Inventory and Operations

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Cytokinetics is a late-stage, specialty cardiovascular biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering, developing and commercializing first-in-class muscle activators and next-in-class muscle inhibitors as potential treatments for debilitating diseases in which cardiac muscle performance is compromised. As a leader in muscle biology and the mechanics of muscle performance, the company is developing small molecule drug candidates specifically engineered to impact myocardial muscle function and contractility.

At Cytokinetics, each team member plays an integral part in advancing our mission to improve the lives of patients. We are seeking tenacious, compassionate, and collaborative individuals who are driven to make a positive impact.

The Inventory and Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing the execution of processes that support the manufacturing and movement of pharmaceutical products throughout the value chain. This role ensures accurate inventory management across the supply network and plays a crucial role in facilitating timely transactional activities, including goods receipts, issues, and product movements. As a key Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Planning & Inventory Operations, the manager leads the design and development of processes, creating process maps, process design documentation, and training materials. Additionally, they serve as stewards of master data, actively managing and promoting Master Data Management practices to ensure data integrity across the supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

Process Execution and Data Stewardship

• Work with suppliers, manufacturers, and third-party logistics providers to ensure timely and efficient execution of supply chain transactions across the value chain
• Perform goods receipts, goods issues, transfers, and other goods movements in support of Supply Execution at external suppliers, warehouses and distribution centers
• Works closely with the Quality team to ensure accurate product status for all inventory at third-party sites and assists in resolving any related issues
• Conducts regular inventory audits and reconciles discrepancies between physical stock and records
• Works closely with the Finance team to ensure accurate and correct inventory valuation throughout the value chain
• Collaborates closely with Procurement and Logistics on status on inbound and outbound material and product inventory
• Partners with the Planning team on product demand and scenario planning to manage inventory
• Serves as the steward for Master Data Management supporting the flawless execution of Supply Chain process execution for inventory management
  
  

Process Subject Matter Expert (SME)

• Oversee the end-to-end pharmaceutical supply chain process design as a key Subject Matter Expert (SME), across the Value Chain for inventory management
• Develop Process Maps, Process Documentation, and Training materials supporting execution across Value Chain inventory processes
• Create and own user training and development documentation supporting end user execution and ensure all users are trained and knowledgeable of all value chain inventory processes
  
  

Regulatory Compliance & Documentation:

• Ensure adherence to pharmaceutical industry regulations, including Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Good Distribution Practices (GDP), and other relevant compliance standards
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records for all inventory transactions, including receipts, shipments, and goods movements
  
  

Performance Reporting and Analysis:

• Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess inventory accuracy and management, and process performance across the value chain
• Identify and implement process improvements to streamline inventory and supply chain operation to help ensure inventory availability, reduce costs and enhance customer satisfaction
  
  

Continuous Improvement:

• Evaluate current processes and identify opportunities for improvement in supply chain and inventory management practices
• Stay current with industry trends, technologies, and best practices to continually enhance supply chain efficiency and inventory control
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field
• Master's degree or MBA preferred, with additional certifications in supply chain (e.g., APICS, Six Sigma, PMP)
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in supply chain, inventory management, or supply operations within the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry
• Experience working with supply chain management software and ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, or similar)
• Familiarity with pharmaceutical supply chain regulations and industry best practices
• Ability to work under pressure, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high-quality standards
• Ability to travel as required to support inventory management processes and audits
  
  

Our employees come from different backgrounds, and we celebrate those differences. We are looking for the best candidates for our open roles, but do not expect applicants to meet every qualification in order to be considered. If you are excited about what you could accomplish at Cytokinetics and believe you can add value to our team, we would love to hear from you.

Please review our General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) policy PRIOR to applying.

Our passion is anchored in robust scientific thinking, grounded in integrity and critical thinking. We keep the patient front and center in all we do – all actions and decisions are in service of the patient and their caregivers. We champion integrity, ethics, doing the right thing, and being our best selves.

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Cytokinetics is an Equal Opportunity EmployerSeniority level

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionManagement and Manufacturing

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