Manager - Materials & Logistics

Isotopia is a global biotech company manufacturing key ingredients for pharmaceutical cancer drugs. At our US headquarters in Indianapolis, we will be close by our key customers, delivering our products just in time, each day, every day. We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented team member to join our dynamic radiopharmaceutical company. The Manager or Materials and Logistics will lead and develop a team of materials, and logistics personnel, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations to ultimately ensure efficient procurement of supplies needed to for radiopharmaceutical production and timely packaging, shipment, and delivery of our radiopharmaceutical isotope products. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing inventory planning and control, procurement support, supplier coordination, receipt and storage of materials, shipping and transportation activities, and continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, organization skills, supply chain expertise, and a deep understanding of regulatory compliance within the radiopharmaceutical industry. You will be part of a family, a team, dedicated to our mission to deliver on our covenant with our customers.

Requirements

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead, develop, and manage a team of materials and logistics personnel, providing guidance, training, and
  
  

performance evaluations.

• Develop and implement procurement strategies to ensure a consistent and reliable supply of
  
  

raw materials, consumables, and equipment necessary for GMP radiopharmaceutical production.

• Identify and establish relationships with reliable suppliers, negotiate terms, and manage
  
  

contracts to ensure cost-effectiveness and timely delivery.

• Maintain prompt communications with customers and the sales team to communicate sales,
  
  

logistics, successful delivery of final products, and billing.

• Monitor supplier performance, resolve issues, and proactively address potential disruptions in
  
  

the supply chain.

• Identify process improvements to reduce costs, increase efficiency, and ensure timely deliveries
• Provide support for audits and inspections by maintaining proper documentation and procedures
• Implement and manage inventory management systems and practices using Priority ERP software to accurately track, organize,
  
  

and optimize material stockpiles.

• Monitor logistics performance, resolve issues, and proactively address potential disruptions in
  
  

deliveries.

• Conduct regular inventory audits, cycle counts, and reconciliation to ensure accurate records
  
  

and compliance with regulatory requirements.

• Collaborate with transportation partners to optimize shipping methods, reduce lead times, and
  
  

manage transportation costs.

• Stay up-to-date with relevant regulations and guidelines governing the procurement, handling,
  
  

and transportation of radiopharmaceutical materials.

• Maintain accurate and comprehensive documentation related to materials, including certificates
  
  

of analysis, quality control reports, and compliance records.

• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including production, quality control, regulatory
  
  

affairs, and finance, to ensure seamless material flow and operational efficiency.

Education and Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain management, business administration, or a related field
• Proven experience in logistics or supply chain management, preferably in the healthcare or pharmaceutical industry
• Strong knowledge of logistics software and tools
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and compliance
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements for shipping radiopharmaceutical products is a plus
  
  

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package and advancement opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to a diverse workforce.