Sr. Specialist, Supply Chain

The Role

In this role, you will be responsible for managing a portion of the Daily Material Requirements Planning (MRP) of the materials within the Supply Chain Organization. This role will act as an end-to-end owner for a portfolio of purchased SKUs, ensuring a robust material supply plan is executed to support our global manufacturing network. This role will plan Raw Material Purchasing, BOM items, Non BOM Items, Critical Components, Consumables, Moderna Buy items, etc. per manufacturing demand and be able to create and present material planning analyses as needed for manufacturing readiness and inventory governance

Here’s What You’ll Do

• Execute MRP using SAP to plan raw material requirements weekly by defining appropriate MRP parameters and executing requirements planning for both BOM-driven and replenishment of all planned materials.

• Manage open purchase orders with multiple vendors and accurately reflect status in SAP.

• Escalate risks through management when identified and work through cross-functional resolution of issues. Work closely with vendor-facing partner teams to drive vendor resolution as required.

• Problem solve MRP and purchasing issues with BOM owners, production planning, and manufacturing. Ultimately determine root cause and correct MRP signals.

• Facilitate raw material projects and NPI, ensuring all demand changes are captured appropriately and material is introduced with one valid purchasing plan.

• Provide guidance to supply chain best practices in a multi-site/CMO planning environment. Ensure tactical raw material readiness for new projects as part of the master project plan.

• Review updates to master production forecasts to assess raw material and budget impacts.

• Responsible for performance to material planning KPIs – including inventory target levels and safety stock adherence, on-time quality release of incoming materials.

• Conduct ad hoc data analysis for raw material planning as required.

• Additional duties as may be assigned from time to time

Here’s What You’ll Need (Basic Qualifications)

• Education: BA in Supply Chain, Science, Engineering, or Economics/Finance with at least 3-5 years’ experience.

• Experience: 3-5 years’ experience with SAP and MRP.

• Specific Certifications or Training: None.

Here’s What You’ll Bring to the Table (Preferred Qualifications)

• Experience working with cGMP material suppliers is preferred.

• Experience navigating Quality Systems in a GMP production environment is preferred.

• Experience with new part number implementation including creation of Bill of Materials, Recipes, and Production Version in SAP is a plus.

• Experience with demand planning in SAP is preferred.

• Experience with Tableau is a plus.

• A desire to make an impact as part of a high-growth, transformational company that is Bold, Relentless, Curious, and Collaborative.

• This position is site-based, requiring you to be at Moderna’s site full-time. This position is not eligible for remote work.

Moderna is pleased to provide you and your family with a comprehensive and innovative suite of benefits, including:

• Highly competitive and inclusive medical, dental and vision coverage options
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical expenses and dependent care expenses
• Lifestyle Spending Account funds to help you engage in personal enrichment and self-care activities
• Family care benefits, including subsidized back-up care options and on-demand tutoring
• Free premium access to fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness classes 
• Exclusive preferred pricing on Peloton fitness equipment
• Adoption and family-planning benefits
• Dedicated care coordination support for our LGBTQ+ community
• Generous paid time off, including:
  • Vacation, sick time and holidays
  • Volunteer time to participate within your community
  • Discretionary year-end shutdown
  • Paid sabbatical after 5 years; every 3 years thereafter
• Generous Paid Leave offerings, including 18 weeks of 100% paid parental leave for all new parents
• 401k match and Financial Planning tools
• Moderna-paid Life, LTD and STD insurance coverages, as well as voluntary benefit options
• Complimentary concierge service including home services research, travel booking, and entertainment requests
• Free parking or subsidized commuter passes
• Location-specific perks and extras!

About Moderna

Since our founding in 2010, we have aspired to build the leading mRNA technology platform, the infrastructure to reimagine how medicines are created and delivered, and a world-class team. We believe in giving our people a platform to change medicine and an opportunity to change the world. 

By living our mission, values, and mindsets every day, our people are the driving force behind our scientific progress and our culture. Together, we are creating a culture of belonging and building an organization that cares deeply for our patients, our employees, the environment, and our communities.
We are proud to have been recognized as a Science Magazine Top Biopharma Employer, a Fast Company Best Workplace for Innovators, and a Great Place to Work in the U.S.

As we build our company, we have always believed an in-person culture is critical to our success. Moderna champions the significant benefits of in-office collaboration by embracing a 70/30 work model. This 70% in-office structure helps to foster a culture rich in innovation, teamwork, and direct mentorship. Join us in shaping a world where every interaction is an opportunity to learn, contribute and make a meaningful impact.
If you want to make a difference and join a team that is changing the future of medicine, we invite you to visit modernatx.com/careers to learn more about our current opportunities.

Moderna is a smoke-free, alcohol-free and drug-free work environment.

Moderna is a place where everyone can grow. If you meet the Basic Qualifications for the role and you would be excited to contribute to our mission every day, please apply!

Moderna is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.

Moderna is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry or citizenship, ethnicity, disability, military or protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable law. Moderna is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

Belonging, Inclusion, and Diversity are critical to the success of our company and our impact on society. We’re focused on attracting, retaining, developing, and advancing our employees and believe that by cultivating diverse experiences, backgrounds, and ideas, we can provide an environment where every employee is able to contribute their best.

Moderna is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities. Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should contact the Accommodations team at [email protected]. (EEO/AAP Employer) 

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