Inventory Control Specialist

Are you ready to make a difference and join a company that values innovation and discovery? At AstraZeneca, we follow the science and turn ideas into life-changing medicines. We are currently seeking an Inventory Control Specialist to join our Materials Management team. This team is responsible for the planning, procurement, and distribution of GMP raw materials required for the production of Clinical trial material. If you're passionate about science and eager to make an impact, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Accountabilities:

As an Inventory Control Specialist, you will author Change Controls, Non-conformances, SOPs, and master specifications. You will work proactively to optimize supply chain operations through creative solutions, acting alone and/or on teams. Your responsibilities will also include ordering, receiving, and putting away raw materials for production in the manufacturing areas, removing and disposing of expired Raw Materials in manufacturing areas, working cross-functionally to resolve raw material issues, and coordinating the storage and shipping of Bulk Drug substances.

Essential Skills/Experience:

- High School or a GED and 3 years of warehouse or supply chain logistics experience.

- Able to work independently without appreciable direction.

- Identifies and effectively communicates complex problems and solutions.

- Ability to develop collaborative relationships and build effective teams.

- Comfortable with ambiguity and changing priorities.

- Data Analysis.

Desirable Skills/Experience:

- Candidate must be able to lift 50lbs.

- GMP experience.

- SAP or similar ERP system experience.

- Microsoft Office.

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That’s why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we’re not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

At AstraZeneca, we are more than just a pharmaceutical company. We are a diverse and open-minded team harnessing our different skills and experiences. Our differences enable us to explore new ideas and ways of doing things. It keeps us on our toes and excited for what's next. We are part of the solution, involved in key discussions, in our role we act as both a drug developer and Regulator. We think broadly about patients and what it takes to prevent and treat diseases to develop progressive solutions.

Join us in our Biopharmaceuticals R&D department where you will have the opportunity to work across varied stages and molecules. Embrace the variety of challenges here as you work on projects across the entire development process on a wide range of stages and molecules. It means that not only is our work more interesting, but we are also powered to expand our skills and knowledge.

Are you ready to be part of a team that is always looking for someone different? Someone who can offer us some original thinking, a different approach or skillset? If so, apply today!

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.