Supply Chain and Purchasing Manager

 ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 
· Plan and implement logistical strategy for manufacturing process and lab supply, ensuring targets are met 
· Maintain inventories of manufacturing raw materials, final goods, and research labs materials, according to forecasts, keep an accurate record of the process  
· Constant supervision and improvement of the overall supply chain performance  
· Manage and minimize the risks that could affect or interrupt the supply chain, identify supplier-related failures, open complaints, and               follow-up 
· Develop new and existing relationships with suppliers, obtaining offers and evaluating suppliers, and product qualities to make the best          possible choice 
· Ordering of Materials according to lab/operations personnel requests  
· Reception of materials and storage, perform of incoming inspections according to raw materials specifications  
· Marking of all materials according to their status (Approved, Quarantine, Rejected), maintain full traceability from origin to delivery 
· Ensure all required materials exist before starting manufacturing processes, with minimal expiry date 
· Timely organizing the movement of raw materials and final goods between the company, CMOs, and final
consumers, at correct conditions, including oversee handling, shipping, and distribution of final goods to clients 
· Perform other related duties, as assigned. 
 
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES REQUIRED: 
· Ability to work and multi-task in a fast-paced startup environment with a high degree of self-motivation and organization 
· Ability to take on responsibility and move things forward, with a can-do approach and in an independent manner 
· Ability to work independently with minimal guidance 
· Familiar with supply chain for manufacturing and QA processes, preferable in the diagnostics / medical devices industries 
· Attention to details and ability to follow and understand procedures/workflows 
· Proven ability to recognize critical situations and alert executive management 
· Problem solving-oriented and critical thinking 
· Ability to work with computer/ electronic QMS system 
· Proficient with Microsoft products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) 
· Proficient with Priority software 
· Hands-on experience
in in supply chain and warehouse management 
· Excellent verbal,
written, and interpersonal communication skills (also in English) 
· Team player 
 
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:  
Bachelors in Logistics, Industrial Engineering, or other relevant   
3+ years experience in the biotech or chemistry industry in similar role   
Experience in suppliers management  
Understanding of manufacturing and quality assurance requirements   
Experience with start-up or small companies – an advantage