Site Inventory Management Lead

Who We Are

BioMarin is a global biotechnology company that relentlessly pursues bold science to translate genetic discoveries into new medicines that advance the future of human health.

Since our founding in 1997, we have applied our scientific expertise in understanding the underlying causes of genetic conditions to create transformative medicines, using a number of treatment modalities.

Using our unparalleled expertise in genetics and molecular biology, we develop medicines for patients with significant unmet medical need. We enlist the best of the best – people with the right technical expertise and a relentless drive to solve real problems – and create an environment that empowers our teams to pursue bold, innovative science. With this distinctive approach to drug discovery, we've produced a diverse pipeline of candidates that are either first-to-market or offer substantial benefits over existing options.

About Technical Operations

BioMarin's Technical Operations group is responsible for creating our drugs for clinical trials and scaling production for the commercial market. These teams build and maintain manufacturing processes, ensure quality assurance and control, and support procurement and logistics to deliver our drugs globally.

We focus on delivering therapeutics for serious, rare genetic diseases, many affecting children, with limited or no existing treatments. Our goal is to develop first or best-in-class therapies.

Join our team and make a meaningful impact on patients' lives.

Site Inventory Management Lead - Shanbally, Ringaskiddy (Hybrid role)

Closing Date: Friday 2nd May 2025

Reporting to the Sr. Manager of Supply Chain Operations, the Site Inventory Management Lead will oversee Raw Materials and Finished Goods inventory processes at Shanbally, covering biologics manufacturing, drug substance, drug product (vials and syringes), and final packaging.

Responsibilities

• Manage Raw Materials and Finished Goods inventory levels to meet entitlement targets.
• Improve inventory processes and deploy best practices, including SAP deployment.
• Ensure inventory levels support uninterrupted supply to patients globally, maintaining safety stocks.
• Develop procurement knowledge across categories including raw materials, packaging, consumables, and equipment.
• Maintain service levels at all inventory locations.
• Monitor projected sales to ensure adequate inventory levels.
• Lead inventory management meetings and coordinate with relevant departments for accurate stock records.
• Optimize inventory to maximize service levels and minimize expiry.
• Make make-to-buy decisions and manage inventory in SAP aligned with finance.
• Ensure accurate stock counts and corrections.
• Drive teams to follow inventory processes and control levels.
• Collaborate with Finance, Manufacturing, 3PL, and other functions.
• Oversee storage and stock locations, conduct regular checks.
• Maintain good vendor relationships.
• Ensure system accuracy for goods-in, returns, and transfers.
• Produce reports on slow-moving stock and monitor stock rotation.
• Drive continuous improvement in inventory management processes and storage.
• Coordinate stock taking and liaise with external auditors.

Minimum Requirements

• B.Sc. in Supply Chain or related field
• APICS certification preferred

Experience

• Expertise in SAP EWM
• At least 8 years of supply chain experience
• 5 years in biopharma or pharma supply chain environment
• Proven management of USD 100 million inventory in Ireland

Skills

• Deep SAP EWM S4 expertise and collaboration skills
• Strong organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and across functions globally
• Prioritize and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Continuous improvement mindset for business processes
• Understanding of global supply chain processes
• Excellent communication skills for a global matrix organization
• Decision-making and presentation skills for all levels
• Comfort with ambiguity and complex data analysis

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.