Production Planning & Scheduling Lead

Company Information

Legend Biotech is a global biotechnology company dedicated to treating, and one day curing, life-threatening diseases. Headquartered in Somerset, New Jersey, we are developing advanced cell therapies across a diverse array of technology platforms, including autologous and allogenic chimeric antigen receptor T-cell and natural killer (NK) cell-based immunotherapy.

Legend Biotech entered into a global collaboration agreement with Janssen, one of the pharmaceutical companies of Johnson & Johnson, to jointly develop and commercialize ciltacabtagene autolecuel (cilta-cel) in 2017. Our strategic partnership is designed to combine the strengths and expertise of both companies to advance the promise of an immunotherapy in the treatment of multiple myeloma.

Legend Biotech is seeking Production Planning & Scheduling Lead as part of the Technical Operations team based in Raritan, NJ.

Role Overview

This individual will work within Technical Operations responsible for leading Capacity Planning, Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling activities, enabling Raritan short range planning and day-to-day manufacturing execution for Clinical, Commercial and Study/Development production runs. This individual will partner with various Technical Operations [e.g. Operations, MS&T, Supply Chain, etc.] and Quality functions in leading all planning and detailed scheduling activities for Operators, Production Slots, QPIP, Equipment Cleaning, etc. ensuring adherence to manufacturing capacity and demand forecasts.

This role will require proven leadership and Supply Chain expertise, effective communication, coordination and collaboration across relevant cross functional groups to enable robust production, testing and release of product to patients.

The position requires in-depth knowledge of ERP systems in a Manufacturing/Supply Chain environment, strong analytical and advanced Excel skills with the ability to quickly analyze data and re-balance inventories supporting manufacturing activities to provide an optimal service level and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret and analyze demand and manufacturing capacity for development of production schedules – inclusive of Commercial & Clinical patient slots, Development & Study runs, Quality & Validation runs (e.g. APS, APQ, EMPQ), etc.
• Assist with the development of investigations and root cause analyses on any supply disruptions associated with scheduling activities
• Lead and manage a group of Production Schedulers ensuring detailed scheduling accuracy, and on-time issuance of component preparation (e.g. Media, Components and Lentivirus) and process orders that will support initiation of manufacturing day processing activities
• Support Quality, Regulatory and Financial audits
• Monitor execution of day processing activities in alignment with pre-published scheduling plan and facilitate ERP troubleshooting activities related to Sales Orders, Process Orders and Code Conversions
• Participate in regular Vein-to-Vein, S&OP (CRR), Site Supply Chain and Operations meetings (e.g. Production Ramp Up plan) to evaluate manufacturing constraints and evaluation of priorities to meet site production targets
• Assist with reporting generation of used/consumed materials (e.g. Lentivirus) in support of Clinical Supply Chain and Regulatory activities
• Partner with the site Demand Planning and Vein-to-Vein teams ensuring patient slot planning is locked and reservations aligned with the capacity plan of the month and the next 12-24 month rolling forecast
• Maintain system planning parameters (e.g. lot size, lead-time and safety stock levels) within the site ERP and drive performance monitoring via implementation of KPI’s
• Provide timely responses to business units’ representative(s) and suppliers inquiries
• Facilitate and orchestrate evaluation of pre-requisites to support capacity protocol development and study/development runs in coordination with the site cross-functional team
• Assist with the development and implementation of standard operating procedures, work instructions, training materials and change controls

Requirements

• Experience in a growth environment managing the fast pace of change, balancing day to day operational demands with the need to extend and improve the planning horizon to prepare for tomorrow
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Finance, Accounting or Business
• Very strong influencing capabilities with an ability to interact and communicate effectively at all levels of the organization and across different functions
• Experience in Cell & Gene / Personalized Medicines, Pharma or Biologics manufacturing / Supply Chain is highly preferred
• Technologically savvy with the ability to quickly adopt new systems and processes. Proficient in Excel (Pivot Tables and Advanced Analytics), Word, Visio, and exposure to ERP and other financial accounting systems.
• Strength in communicating and working effectively with broad stakeholders in various scientific/technical/business disciplines
• Strong working knowledge of Supply Chain and supporting processes (e.g. Planning/Scheduling, Logistics, Sourcing, Production, Quality Management systems, etc.)
• Ability to work independently and successfully, prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously, integrate cross-functional issues and balance competing priorities effectively. Must be able to manage shifting priorities to meet critical deadlines in a fast paced and dynamic, growing environment
• A history of developing and building cohesive, high performing teams with a strong sense of mission, providing training and mentoring to build sufficient management depth throughout the organization and ensure strong succession planning
• Ability to promote a mindset of continuous improvement, problem solving, and prevention
• A minimum of 8 years relevant Supply Chain, Manufacturing Planning and/or Supply Planning experience is required

Legend Biotech is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is Legend’s policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Legend Biotech maintains a drug-free workplace.Benefits:

• Matched 401K
• Employee Assistance Program
• Commuter Benefits
• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Short-Term Disability
• Legal Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Life Insurance
• AD&D Insurance
• Paid Paternity Leave
• Vision Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account
• Pet Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance