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Job Description
About BioLife Plasma Services
BioLife Plasma Services, a subsidiary of Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Ltd., is an industry leader in the collection of high-quality plasma that is processed into life-saving plasma-based therapies. Some diseases can only be treated with medicines made with plasma. Since plasma can’t be made synthetically, many people rely on plasma donors to live healthier, happier lives. BioLife operates 220+ state-of-the-art plasma donation centers across the United States. Our employees are committed to improving the quality of life for patients and ensuring that the donation process is safe, easy, and rewarding for donors who want to make a difference.
When you work at BioLife, you’ll feel good knowing what we do helps improve the lives of patients with rare diseases. While you focus on our donors, we’ll support you. We offer a purpose you can believe in, a team you can count on, opportunities for career growth, and a comprehensive benefits program, all in a fast-paced, friendly environment.
This position is currently classified as “hybrid” in accordance with Takeda’s Hybrid and Remote Work policy.
BioLife Plasma Services is a subsidiary of Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Ltd.
OBJECTIVES/PURPOSE
Provide inventory management support to a network of 225+ Plasma Center locations, in relation to supply chain operations and analytics.
Serve as a key contributor for supporting continuous ERP system activities occurring between BioLife, Takeda ERP Product Team, and 3rd party contracted support organizations, ensuring system continuity for NEW and EXISTING centers.
Provide analytical support, KPI tracking, report building in Excel to be viewable in a Power BI framework.
Incumbent proactively participates in processes improvement initiatives and makes recommendations for system refinements within the operations function.
ACCOUNTABILITIES
Provide admin support for supplies analytics efforts via MS Excel, Power BI and SharePoint.
Support inventory compliance for a portion of BioLife Network through SAP ERP System.
Support coordination efforts required for center network device and container shifts.
Engage with both operations and new center project team to support various pre-opening center-related tasks.
Represents the operation function in the area of information technology and systems.
Develop understanding of all relevant purchasing/logistics processes to manage day-to-day activities such as open POs and inventory levels.
Support program evaluation efforts and identify opportunities for process improvement.
Collaborate on improving operations performance, productivity, efficiency, and profitability.
DIMENSIONS AND ASPECTS
Technical/Functional (Line) Expertise
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel necessary w/competency in large data sets, demonstrated through Pivot Tables, V-Lookups, SumIFs, and other such functions.
General familiarity in SharePoint, Power BI, SAP & SAP Ariba.
Ability to build strong relationships with advanced technology application and analytical skills.
Leadership
Integrity
Fairness
Honesty
Perseverance
Decision-making and Autonomy
Ability to make decisions quickly with centers and vendors.
Ability to drive decisions through Influence.
Interaction
Good communication skills with various center and corporate teams.
Strong capability to engage, communicate and work effectively with individuals of varying job levels, geographic locations and dispositions.
Innovation
Complexity
Ability to multi-task as it relates to day-to-day responsibilities.
Ability to break down complex situations into manageable pieces.
Conceptualizes big picture and considers upstream and downstream impact of decisions.
EDUCATION, BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:
Essential:
Minimum of two to five years professional experience.
Must be proficient in utilizing modern software and hardware tools provided by Takeda for job success.
Flexibility in work hours to support centers when needed (on occasion, may exceed 40 hours per week).
Desired:
Three or more years of experience with: Logistics, Distribution/Supply operations, and ERP System management.
Bachelors Degree
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
FLSA – Exempt
Up to 2-5% US-Domestic Travel
BioLife Compensation and Benefits Summary
We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices.
For Location:
Bannockburn, IL
U.S. Base Salary Range:
$67,900.00 – $106,700.00
The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. The actual base salary offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.
U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term and/or long-term incentives. U.S. based employees may be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well-being benefits, among others. U.S. based employees are also eligible to receive, per calendar year, up to 80 hours of sick time, and new hires are eligible to accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation.
EEO Statement
Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.
Locations
Bannockburn, IL
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Regular
Time Type
Full time
Tagged as: erp, SAP, technology
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