Overview

The Supply Chain & Logistics Intern will participate in various activities and projects related to the procurement and planning of component parts to fulfill customer requirements according to the standard procurement and inventory management processes at Iovance Cell Therapy Center (iCTC).

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with manufacturing, procurement, and logistics teams to design process improvements strategies and methods that ensure efficient sourcing, delivery, inventory management, and business contingency plans of key materials such as Proleukin to meet demand forecasts while minimizing risks associated with supply disruptions and costing augmentation.
• Assist in the implementation of buying/planning operational excellence roadmap that focuses on the balancing of released inventory, projected demand/consumption and associated supplier lead times to optimize inventory levels as it relates to the kitting process, while understanding footprint constraints within the iCTC Warehouse.
• Develop process flowcharts identifying critical steps, associated risks, and risk mitigation plans to ensure inventory accuracy by monitoring picking/kitting operations and cycle counts, and when necessary, determine root cause for variances and analyze and recommend preventive measures or process modifications.
• Support the organization in process improvement and cost reduction goals utilizing Lean Six Sigma tools and methodology that monitors and assesses applicable testing and release activities with appropriate internal and external quality control laboratory testing facilities in accordance with the Master Schedule and expected production timelines.
• Work with Supply Chain leadership to identify appropriate metrics at various employee levels, collect relevant data, and create visualizations that monitor material status and effectively track obsolete & expired materials, review aged inventory, and establish necessary disposition procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned by leader.
• Must adhere to Iovance Biotherapeutics’ core values, policies, procedures, and business ethics.

• Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Required Education, Skills, and Knowledge

• Must be currently enrolled in a degree program at an accredited university/college.
• Strong interpersonal and team-building skills, effective communication (both written and verbal), proactive problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Possess the ability to bridge relationships between various departments, levels of the organization, supplier and customer organizations.
• Excellent organization skills and an ability to prioritize effectively to deliver results within reasonably established guidelines.
• Must be comfortable in a fast-paced small company environment with minimal direction and able to adjust workload based upon changing priorities with a strong attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).

The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to enable individuals to perform essential functions. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation.

Physical Demands and Activities Required (This would need to be adjusted by HRBP depending on the position and needs using the assessment form)

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time.
• Must be able to move about inside an office and exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
• Must have visual acuity to perform activities such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures, viewing a computer screen, and extensive reading.
• This position requires repetitive motion, substantial movements (motions) of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers.
• Must be able to communicate with others to exchange information.

Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem-solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines

Work Environment

This job works in a professional office environment and a manufacturing lab setting. Potential exposure to latex, bleach, loud noise, lab equipment hazards, strong odors, and chemical/biochemical is possible.  Requires operating standard office equipment and keyboards.

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

Iovance is committed to cultivating and offering a diverse and inclusive work environment. As an equal-opportunity employer, our employees and applicants will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you need assistance or accommodation to apply to one of our opportunities, please contact careers@iovance.com.

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