Supply Chain Coordinator - Translational Imaging
This is a 12 month fixed term contract position.
Based at Alderley Park, Medicines Discovery Catapult is a national Life Sciences service dedicated to turning drug discovery into commercial breakthroughs. We accelerate the development of science, and where there are areas of unmet patient need, we stimulate innovation.
By transforming drug discovery, we can improve patient lives, increase the impact of the UK Life Sciences sector, and create a healthier society and economy. Our interventions work. Since we started, we have helped over 300 companies raise over £1bn of R&D investment. We seek passionate individuals who are eager to collaborate, innovate, and make a tangible difference in the field of drug discovery.
The values of the Catapult are:
* Excellence – we continually strive to deliver the best solutions for our partners and for each other.
* Integrity – Our strong commitment to what we do and why we are here drives us to do the right thing for our partners and each other.
* Community – We’re a strong team, we work well together, and we respect each other.
* Innovation - We’re driven by the need to make a difference.
Translational imaging is a key pillar in our science strategy, and we have established a suite of technologies to advance our collaborators’ drug development programmes. We are building our capability in the characterisation of radiopharmaceuticals, an exciting new approach for cancer drug discovery, and this role is essential in the delivery of our growing project portfolio.
We are now seeking a Supply Chain Coordinator to support the management and delivery of our complex and dynamic project portfolio. The individual will work closely with both internal stakeholders and external suppliers to map and co-ordinate the many activities that are required to deliver the portfolio. They will provide agile support to adjust activities in response to changing needs and circumstances and will play a critical role in identifying, communicating and resolving challenges as they arise.
This role will suit an individual experienced in supply chain or logistics within an operational delivery environment, preferably within the life sciences sector, who thrives in a dynamic and fast-paced setting. Attention to detail, a collaborative mindset and a solution-orientated approach to address operational challenges will be essential.
Main duties and responsibilities
* Develop and maintain a comprehensive, unified plan that details timelines, resources and interdependencies for a portfolio of projects.
* Ensure that plans are compliant with MDC governance and with license obligations.
* Respond to changing needs and circumstances by adapting plans, ensuring effective consultation and communication with stakeholders.
* Model emerging project opportunities into the plan and communicate where action is required to manage resource or other operational barriers.
* Co-ordinate activities to ensure that the project portfolio is delivered to time and budget.
* In consultation with Resource Holders, model and develop detailed resource plans for the Translational Imaging portfolio of projects.
* Work closely with Technical Lead and Project Manager to ensure that resources are fully utilised to meet the project portfolio demands.
* Identify and communicate operational risks and issues and develop mitigation strategies.
* Work closely with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and provide solutions to supply chain/logistics challenges.
* Manage materials from identification of requirements through to managing stock levels and safe disposal.
* Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities within operations and supply chain processes.
* Create and manage a system to track and optimise the use of equipment, ensuring maximum efficiency and minimal downtime.
Experience and Skills Required
* Experience in a Supply Chain / Logistics role, preferably in the life sciences sector.
* Experience of working in a team environment to ensure timely and effective delivery of a portfolio of interdependent projects.
* Solution oriented, with excellent communication and organisational skills.
* Ability to juggle multiple tasks within the constraints of timelines and budgets.
* Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
* Excellent IT skills, including MS Word, MS Project, MS PowerPoint and MS Excel.
* Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
* Collaborative working style, able to work well independently and in a team environment.
* Experience in the drug discovery sector would be an advantage.
Please note the closing date for applications may be brought forward if a high volume of applications are received.
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