Senior Supply Chain Operator

OGT is a leading global provider of clinical and diagnostic genomic solutions. We believe in creating products and partnerships that enable clinicians to deliver personalised healthcare to patients and that empower clinical researchers to develop the next generation of precision medicines.

An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Supply Chain Operator within our Cambridge based Operations team. This role is responsible for delivering all aspects of an efficient end-to-end supply chain within Operations, including kit assembly, goods in/out, warehousing customer service and inventory management, whilst providing additional support to projects and continuous improvement initiatives. As the role holder you will work closely with the Supervisory Team to ensure that correct processes are followed to meet customer and business requirements in an accurate and timely manner, ensuring that all tasks are compliant with established processes and procedures with the Cytocell Quality Management System.

What you'll be doing for us

To work as part of a team in executing tasks as directed by the Finished Goods Supervisor including, but not limited to, the following activities:

• Final product assembly
• Maintain Dangerous Goods and Dry Ice certification
• Print and reconcile version-controlled documents and labels confidently and independently
• Monitor and maintain tock levels of materials and reagents within the kit assembly area, identify and raise order requisitions and/or material requests for replenishment
• Oversee and ensure the maintenance of cleanliness and organisation of the kit assembly and dispatch areas, bench areas and fridge/ freezers.
• Raise Material Transfer Form requests to replace stock as necessary
• Assist with Materials Management tasks as directed, including the selection, and picking of warehouse items using the MRP system
• Assist, when required, with creating packing sheets, adding stock entries and keying orders into the SAGE accounting system
• Provide support across various Supply Chain functions including kit packing, dispatch, goods in processing and general warehouse operations
• Review outstanding tasks related to stock shortfalls and customer demand, prioritising team activities and assigning duties accordingly
• Liaise with Customer Services to ensure customer orders are fulfilled, prepared and dispatched on time
• Deputise for kit assembly and dispatch management when required to ensure output and performance. Be accountable for kit assembly and dispatch quality output on-time and in-full
• Execute and document tasks using approved ISO compliant documentation
• Adhere to procedures documented in the Cytocell quality system and ensuring that any non-compliance noted is reported in a timely manner using approved procedures
• Ensuring safety related issues are reported, including completion of relevant documentation
• Reviewing daily duties, ensuring the priority products are packed in a timely manner for Customer Services to dispatch
• Write and update SOP's BMR's and other documentation as required
• Ability to train and develop team members in the kit assembly and dispatch process
• Pro-actively seek out and identify opportunities for process improvements and make recommendations to Supervisory Team
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to drive the sustainable agenda along the entire supply chain
• Collaborate with cross-functional scientific, laboratory and R&D teams that include a diverse range of personalities and skills.
  
  

To provide support to other areas of operation as required:

• Complete tasks as commensurate with the level and nature of the post as delegated by the Finished Goods Supervisor
• Assist when required with warehouse goods-in and material transfer processes and update inventory systems accordingly.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure warehouse inventory levels are optimized to meet manufacturing demand while minimizing carrying costs.
• Identify and investigate any inventory discrepancies or issues and implement corrective actions.
  
  

What we are looking for in you

Essential

• Knowledge and experience of working within ISO and GMP environments
• Growth mindset – actively searching out opportunities for improvement, simplification and reduction in waste
• Right first time - strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
• Effective written and verbal communication abilities
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work well in a fast-paced environment
• Computer literacy.
  
  

Desirable

• Knowledge and experience of customer service, ERP export, dispatch and production processes
• Knowledge of requirements of ISO9001 & ISO13485.
  
  

In return you'll receive:

• Competitive salary
• Pension Scheme (10% non-contributory)
• Private Health Insurance
• Private Dental Insurance
• Group Income Protection
• Group Life Assurance
• 25 days holiday plus UK bank holidays
• High Street Discount Scheme.
  
  

Application is via CV and a one-page covering letter outlining your suitability for the role, salary expectations and notice period.

Please note that we will need to establish your right to work during the recruitment process.