Director Supply Chain - Cell & Gene Therapy

At Rose BioSolutions, our capabilities span foundational research with human immune cells and stem cells to the complete advanced therapy manufacturing continuum. We are an established operation with a world-class team of experts, and we apply our R.O.S.E standard to every program and relationship: Reliable, Outcome driven, Scalable, and Excellent!

About the role

Works closely with the Sr. Director of Operations for development and deployment of strategy to improve the Supply Chain. Provide focused leadership for Planning and Materials Management teams. Develops and ensures effective and efficient operations of planning, contracting, receiving, storage, distribution, and inventory management of the Memphis Cell Therapy CDMO sites on a day-to-day basis.

At Rose, you are not just another layer in a large organization—you are a key contributor in a nimble, high-impact team. We offer:

• Direct exposure to diverse and complex client projects across multiple modalities.
• A collaborative, low-bureaucracy environment where ideas are heard and acted upon.
• Opportunities to grow your technical expertise and take ownership of your work.
• Close interaction with leadership and clients, enabling real influence on project outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in developing strategies, plans, and tactics to drive best-in-class demand and supply planning, inventory accuracy, and service levels.
• Develop and Lead 5S projects to improve organization of storage areas.
• Promotes and creates operational effectiveness and efficiencies in assigned areas to improve financial performance.
• Provides leadership to Supply Chain department team members through setting goals which align to the entity’s annual operating plans and managing the execution of goals through coaching and mentoring.
• Directs and maintains a comprehensive material distribution and receiving program in a CGMP regulated environment.
• Direct teams to remove obstacles and implement practices which ensure customers receive products in a timely manner using cost-efficient practices (workforce planning, inventory management, purchasing, systems utilization).
• Identifies and implements actions to maximize synergistic opportunities between all global entities.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory bodies with jurisdiction over assigned area.
• Establishes and implements departmental organization goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures.
• Develops and manages the annual budget for Materials Management.
• Hires and retains a diverse, highly qualified staff and provides ongoing performance feedback and maintains a safe and professional work environment.
• Support all Company initiatives as identified by management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or Supply Chain/Materials Management related body of knowledge, an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• 10 years Supply Chain experience with pattern of progressing responsibilities.
• 7 years leading people.
• Experience in a GMP and/or CDMO and cell and gene therapy operation is highly desired.
• 5 years of experience working with Supply Chain software.
• Experience with global supply chain teams including policy and procedure development, strategy formulation, regulatory compliance, quality systems, and product life cycle planning.
• Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment.
• Strong leadership skills, including the ability to set goals and provide positive constructive feedback respectfully to build positive relationships and improve business results.
• Ability to create and present well-organized reports/plans/ideas and other information to various levels of leadership.
• Ability to develop statistical analysis into meaningful data for decision making.
• Experience with electronic inventory control and tracking systems (ERP).
• Excellent negotiating skills.
• CMRP Certification (Certified Materials and Resource Professional) is desired.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $180,000 – $230,000 per year. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company contribution.
• Generous PTO and professional development support.

Why Join Us?

• Impact: Every process we design is a step toward a cure. You’ll be making a real impact on the health of people in your community and across the globe.
• Expertise: Work alongside a world-class team of scientists and operational leaders in a "no-ego" environment.
• Stability & Growth: We offer the security of an established operation with the career growth opportunities of a rapidly expanding organization.