About SaniSure
SaniSure is a high-growth multinational manufacturer of single-use products and systems used in the production of biological drugs, including cell therapies, gene therapies, and vaccines. With operations in the U.S. and Europe, we supply global pharmaceutical and biotech companies with the critical tools they need to develop and manufacture some of today’s most innovative and life-changing medicines.
As we continue to expand our product offerings and global footprint, SaniSure offers an exciting opportunity to join a nimble, customer-focused company at the forefront of the biotech industry.
Job Summary
The Material Handling and Inventory Control Manager oversees the movement, control, and staging of raw materials, components, and finished goods. This role ensures inventory accuracy, efficient material flow, and alignment with production schedules. The manager leads a team of material handlers and cycle counters, and collaborates cross-functionally with manufacturing, quality, procurement, and logistics to support operational goals.
Essential Functions
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Manage daily operations of material handling, inventory control, and kitting.
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Coordinate with production planners and production leadership to prioritize kitting based on job orders and production schedules.
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Track and report material shortages or discrepancies; lead root cause investigations and corrective actions.
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Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure ERP system data integrity.
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Enforce 5S/workplace organization standards within material handling and kitting areas.
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Lead and develop team members, ensuring compliance with cGMP, OSHA, ISO 9001, and PPE protocols.
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Support cycle counts, physical inventory audits, and reconciliation activities.
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Prepare and present inventory metrics and reports to management.
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Approve timekeeping records and manage staffing to meet operational needs.
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Support audits, compliance initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
Education
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Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, operations, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
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APICS, CPIM, or similar inventory management certification preferred.
Required Skills & Experience
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5+ years in inventory control, materials management, or warehouse operations, including 2+ years in a supervisory or management role.
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Experience in manufacturing or biopharma environments preferred.
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Expertise in inventory control methods (e.g., cycle counting, FIFO/LIFO, Kanban) and warehouse best practices.
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Strong working knowledge of lean manufacturing, 5S, or Six Sigma principles.
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Proficient in ERP/WMS systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite); Syteline preferred.
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Skilled in team leadership, performance management, and conflict resolution.
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Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, regulated environment.
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Proactive and data-driven, metric-based approach to decision-making and process improvement.
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), color, sex (including childbirth, breast feeding, and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship status, uniform service member status, pregnancy, age (40 and over), genetic information, disability (mental and physical), or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.
