The field of gene therapy is growing rapidly and Genezen is here to meet the exacting needs of our clients. We provide process development, produce GMP viral vectors, and provide cell transduction for gene and cell therapy clinical trials and are proud to be a part of the process that leads to new cures.
WORKING AT GENEZEN
Many people have worked in environments where you feel like just another nameless part of an enormous machine. Genezen is different. We want our employees to be innovative, collaborative problem solvers who are dedicated to meeting the challenges of working at a fast-growing company. We are dedicated to empowering our employees to be their best and making Genezen a rewarding place to work. Every employee contributes to the success of the company and you can be part of that team.
JOB SUMMARY
The primary responsibility of the Supply Chain Analyst – Buyer/Planner involves supporting various Supply Chain activities, including but not limited to demand planning and scheduling, procurement of materials and services, vendor management, and monitoring the flow of goods and services within our organization. Ensuring quality, on-time delivery, and effective cost management are vital for the company's success and represent the core priorities of the Supply Chain Analyst – Planner/Buyer.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Work with Supply Chain personnel and subject matter experts to convert and communicate demand requirements for products and services into detailed plans and schedules for inventory acquisition and execution.
- Have detailed knowledge of product definition, inventory control, materials requirements, capacity requirements, shop floor control, warehousing, transportation, and purchasing business functions.
- Demonstrate consistent delivery of products and services to meet customer needs effectively.
- Support strategic objectives that focus on areas of quality, cost, flexibility, productivity, and speed
- Negotiate price and delivery terms with suppliers to minimize material cost, inventory levels, and transportation costs.
- Oversee the purchasing cycle, which involves generating requisitions, creating purchase orders, following up on purchase orders, and processing final
- Maintain ongoing communication with suppliers, utilizing a system that monitors, measures, and offers feedback on supplier performance.
- Assist the Supply Chain department in developing strategies to mitigate the financial impact of uncertainties, such as fluctuations in yields, timing, pricing, and unforeseen events, through methods like dual sourcing, buffering, forward buying, and others.
- Establish and maintain robust relationships with all suppliers, fostering open and effective two-way communication channels.
- Responsible for managing purchase order changes, tracking follow-ups, and ensuring delivery accuracy.
- Ensures efficient operation of the Kanban Replenishment Tool, Kanban process, and MRP/ERP management.
SPECIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Adaptability required as work schedule may change based on business needs
- Criminal background check required
- Other duties as assigned
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS / LICENSES
Essential/Desired
BS degree in business or related field (e.g., Business Management, Supply Chain, or Finance)
Desired
APICS Certification
Desired
ON-THE-JOB EXPERIENCE
1+ years of related work in a cGMP environment
Desired
1+ years or related work in purchasing
Essential
2+ Microsoft Dynamics and/or equivalent (ERP)
Essential
SKILLS / ABILITIES
Excellent computer, verbal, and written communication skills
Essential
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as working effectively as part of a team
Essential
Ability to adapt quickly to change, such as but not limited to ideas, responsibilities, strategies, and other
Essential
Analytical and problem-solving
Essential
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Occasionally required to work in a BSL 2 environment with personal protective equipment/aseptic gowning
- Regularly required to work around large machinery and typical utilities seen in pharmaceutical facilities
- Occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals; hazardous waste; and risk of electrical shock
- Occasionally exposed to extremely loud noise levels
- Spending time on the floor during activity execution (maintenance, construction, commissioning and qualification) is required
MOVEMENT
- Frequently required to stand; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms
- Occasionally required to walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
LIFTING
- Frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds
- Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
VISION
- Frequently utilize close vision and the ability to adjust focus
COMMUNICATION
- Frequently required to communicate by talking, hearing, using telephone and e-mail
GENEZEN'S CURES VALUE-BASED COMPETENCIES
Committed to Science
We are committed to scientific excellence, staying current with industry developments, making data-driven decisions, and pursuing innovation to advance healthcare.
Urgency in action for the patients
We operate with urgency and a commitment to delivering timely treatments to patients by accelerating our partners' programs.
Resilience & Grit in operations
We are committed to overcoming challenges, learning from failures, and persistently striving for success.
Execute with Excellence & Integrity
We are dedicated to delivering quality results and upholding ethical principals.
Solutions driven for our partners
We are committed to being a proactive, collaborative, creative and open-minded partner.
GENEZEN'S BENEFITS
- Paid vacation days, amount based on tenure
- Paid sick time
- 10 observed holidays + 2 floating holiday + 1 volunteer day
- 401(k) plan with company match up to 6% of salary, vested immediately
- Share Appreciation Rights
- Choice of several healthcare plans
- FSA and HSA programs
- Dental & vision care
- Employer-paid basic term life/personal accident insurance
- Voluntary disability, universal life/personal accident insurance
- Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
- Nothing in the job description for this role restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
- This position requires a criminal background check.
- Genezen is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- Genezen participates in EVerify.
- Genezen is interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States; however, we are not able to sponsor visas.
Genezen has operates two locations: one in Fishers, Indiana and the second in Lexington, Massachusetts.
Fishers is a suburb of Indianapolis. Fishers was named the #1 place to live in the US by Money Magazine in 2017 for its livability, safety and entrepreneurship. Fishers is one of the fastest growing communities in Indiana and is dedicated to supporting a high quality of life for all its residents. Nearby Indianapolis is home to professional and college sports teams, the Indy 500, a growing art community and the world’s largest children’s museum--to name just a few reasons why this area is a great place to live.
Lexington, Massachusetts, located just northwest of Boston, is renowned as a historic suburb with a rich cultural heritage. It boasts picturesque New England charm, tree-lined streets, and a vibrant community. Known for its pivotal role in the American Revolution, Lexington offers visitors and residents alike a blend of historical landmarks, modern amenities, and a strong sense of community pride.
Top Skills
What We Do
Founded in Indianapolis in 2014, Genezen is focused on supporting the demands of the current and future gene and cell therapy manufacturing market worldwide— making viral vector production accessible to both early-stage, growth-oriented companies and established industry leaders. Genezen offers early-phase process development, GMP lentiviral vector production, retroviral vector production, and analytical testing services, building on the company's expansive knowledge and experience in the industry and working with the nation's leading institutions. For more information, or to learn more about services offered in Genezen's new cGMP facility, please visit our website: www.genezen.com
