Job Description
The candidate supports the administrative warehouse activities to ensure that materials are received on time and in the correct quantities: Picking, receiving, shipping, inventory control, bin optimization, etc. Regular briefings are conducted, instructions are prepared and training (processes) for the team of warehouse associates is performed. The candidate will support smooth material flow within the Supply Chain and lead all activities within the 3PL (GR, Sampling coordination, stock, Inventory, deviations & changes, order management and transportation). The Supervisor Warehouse and PLamning is supported in the set up of warehouse & logistic processes, 3PL implementation/optimizations
The technical responsibilities of this role include :
Coordination and supervising supply chain operationsEnsuring premises, assets and communication ways are used efficientlyEnsuring operational alignment with the production plannign and important metrics (Inventory level, turns, backlog, priority orders)Standardizing inventory and implement processesIs creating Warehouse & Logistics training documentation and trains new processesArchiving of GxP related documentsSupporting internal and external auditsSupporting the process definition in the logistic area their implementationEvaluating the success of logistics operations and identify areas for improvementSupports in recruiting and coordinate logistics associates according to availabilities and requirementsSupervisinge orders and arrange stocking of raw materials and equipment to ensure they meet needsCommunicating with suppliers, retailers, internal clients etc. to achieve objectives and mutual satisfaction / Develop and improve collaborations with partnersKeeping logs and records of warehouse stock, completed orders, etc.
In the cGMP and safe environment of the Warehouse and Logistics area, the candidate needs to abide to the general cGMP and safety rules, Quality policies, procedures and instructions as rolled out by the Quality and EHSS functions and endorsed by the site management. An active contribution by being cGMP delegate and chipping in to safety initiatives is required for continuous quality and safety improvement initiatives and deviation reporting and follow-up.
The candidate maintains commitment to Thermo Fisher Scientific values and adherence to ethics and legal compliance standards. Personal accountability for presence, performance, and productivity for the achievements of defined objectives is taken seriously. A customer-centric demeanor with intellectual curiosity drives thinking and acting while Practical Process Improvement (PPI) is embraced.
As background, an apprenticeship in logistics with further commercial training or basic commercial training with a flair for logistics is required as a basis. Expertise in Warehouse Inbound, storage, production supply and outbound with experience in the pharma manufacturing environment is a prerequisite. Conceptual conceptual knowledge of theories, practices, and procedures in Warehouse & Logistics is required as well as familiarity with Good Distribution Practices guidelines, the regulated pharmaceutical environment and best industry practices. A Good understanding of end to end supply chain processes incl. 3PL management is needed as well
Additional requirements to this role are:
2-5 years of confirmed experience in Supply Chain, preferably in Pharma LogisticsExperience in Lean Management, 5S, Kaizen, KVPGood knowladge of SAP IM/WMKnowledge of MS Office / ExcelProject management experienceIn-depth process knowledge in material flowIndependent and customer focused way of workingGood interpersonal skills, presentation skills and being a great teammateFluent in English and German