Sr. Inventory Control Associate I - Maintenance

Job Description

About This Role:
As a Senior Inventory Control Associate I - Maintenance, you will serve as a pivotal Subject Matter Expert (SME) within our site operations. Your expertise in procuring parts, managing inventory, and asset linkages, coupled with CMMS planning and inventory management, will underpin the efficiency and effectiveness of our Maintenance, Manufacturing, Metrology, and Engineering teams. You will act in a lead capacity, mentoring junior staff, spearheading inventory-related projects, and driving continuous improvement within the inventory control function of the Maintenance Reliability group. By developing and tracking performance measures, you will maintain a clear view of our inventory health and ensure operational excellence. This role offers a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of inventory management, offering strategic support and guidance while functioning as the primary contact for all MRO purchases and stock-related issues.

What You’ll Do:

• Procure parts and manage parts inventory effectively, ensuring seamless support to various departments.
• Provide CMMS planning and perform PM revisions to maintain a high standard of preventive maintenance practices.
• Act as a lead, offering guidance and mentorship to less senior inventory control staff, enhancing team capabilities.
• Manage the completion of inventory operation projects and programs, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of planned preventive maintenance techniques and mechanical equipment to support cross-functional teams.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all inventory-related matters, from MRO purchases to stock inquiries.
• Develop and report on key performance indicators to monitor the health of the inventory control function.
• Initiate and execute continuous improvement actions to optimize inventory management processes.
• Manage CMMS inventory system operations, including purchasing, receiving, and issuing inventory based on work order and PM demand.
• Establish recommended stock levels and reorder points for spare parts to prevent stock-outs and identify cost reduction opportunities.
• Update CMMS asset records, link parts to assets, conduct periodic reorders, and oversee physical inventory counts.
• Establish fiscal Blanket PO's, process requisitions, track expenditures against the budget, and report status to the Cost Center Manager and Finance Department.

Who You Are:
You are highly organized and bring a meticulous approach to managing complex inventory systems. Your demonstrated knowledge of inventory control techniques and best practices reflects your experience in the field. You possess a strong working knowledge and competency in Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), making you a valuable asset to any team. You are a natural leader, eager to share your expertise and guide colleagues towards success. Your proactive nature drives you to seek out and implement continuous improvement actions, ensuring the inventory control function operates at its best.

Qualifications

Required:

• High School Diploma (required).
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in inventory control or a related field.
• Highly organized with a proven ability to manage multiple tasks and projects.
• Demonstrated knowledge of inventory control techniques and best practices.
• Strong working knowledge and competency in Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Ability to lead and mentor less experienced staff effectively.
• Experience in developing and reporting on inventory performance measures.
• Skillful in continuous improvement processes and bringing actions to closure.
• Proficient in managing inventory systems including purchasing, receiving, and issuing processes.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to conduct ABC analysis and physical inventory counts.
• Capable of establishing and maintaining fiscal controls through Blanket PO's and requisition processes.

Additional Information

The base salary range for this position is $89,000 - $103,000. Base salary offered is determined through an analytical approach utilizing a combination of factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills & experience, job location, and internal equity.

Regular employees are eligible to receive both short term and long-term incentives, including cash bonus and equity incentive opportunities, designed to reward recent achievements and recognize your future potential based on individual, business unit and company performance.

In addition to compensation, Biogen offers a full and highly competitive range of benefits designed to support our employees’ and their families physical, financial, emotional, and social well-being; including, but not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances
• Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement
• Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
• A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)
• Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 paid days off for Personal Significance 80 hours of sick time per calendar year
• Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit
• 401(k) program participation with company matched contributions
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year
• Employee Resource Groups participation

Why Biogen?

We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.

At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about our DE&I efforts.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.