Lead, Materials Control
Biogen
Summary
The Materials Control Lead is responsible for overseeing warehouse operations to ensure the accurate, compliant, and efficient movement of materials across the facility. This role would be a co-lead for a team of 6–10 employees, coordinating daily activities including inventory control, and shipping/receiving in a cGMP environment. You will play a critical role in maintaining operational flow, partnering cross-functionally with Manufacturing, QC, and Planning to meet production timelines. Success in this role requires strong leadership, attention to detail, and the ability to resolve operational challenges while maintaining compliance. This position operates with a high degree of independence and reports into site operations leadership, contributing directly to overall facility performance.
Job description
Shift Details
Monday-Friday 7 am to 4 pm. There may be an occasional need for weekend and after-hours support.
What You’ll Do
- Lead daily warehouse activities including receiving and shipping of materials
- Coordinate team workload to maintain operational efficiency and schedule adherence
- Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies and cycle count variances
- Collaborate cross-functionally to support production and materials planning needs
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives within materials management processes
- Ensure completion and compliance of all GxP and safety training requirements
- Support SOP revisions, deviations, and Good Control Compliance activities
- Monitor and ensure timely completion of departmental work orders
- Other job duties as required
Who You Are
You are a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced warehouse environment and enjoys developing high-performing teams. You are detail-oriented, solutions-driven, and committed to operational excellence and compliance.
Required Skills for the Materials Control Lead
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and at minimum 1 year of relevant experience
- Associate’s degree and at minimum 3 years of relevant experience
- High school diploma or equivalent and at minimum 5 years of experience in materials management, warehouse operations, or logistics
- Experience with cycle count programs and inventory audits
- Warehouse operations leadership experience
- Forklift experience or ability to be trained
- Strong communication and team coordination skills
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Safety and quality focus
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand for four (4) hours, walk for three (3) hours, sit for three (3) hours, kneel or bend for one (1) hour, is required to perform upper body twisting motions for one half (½) hour and climb steps for one half (½) hour during the normal course of performing the essential duties of the position. Ability to lift and move up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds with assistance for up to 100 feet, occasionally push/pull more than 100 pounds. Sufficient physical dexterity to operate a telephone, computer/electronic equipment, hand tools, forklifts, order selectors and other equipment.
Preferred Skills
- Experience working in a GMP environment
- Experience using Oracle or other ERP systems such as SAP
- Experience working with MES
- Continuous improvement or Lean experience
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and at minimum 1 year of relevant experience
- Associate’s degree and at minimum 3 years of relevant experience
- High school diploma or equivalent and at minimum 5 years of experience in materials management, warehouse operations, or logistics
- Experience with cycle count programs and inventory audits
- Warehouse operations leadership experience
- Forklift experience or ability to be trained
- Strong communication and team coordination skills
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Safety and quality focus
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Life Insurance
- Fitness & Wellness Programs
- Short- & Long-Term Disability
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Sick Time
- Paid Maternity & Parental Leave
- 401(k) Matching
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Resource Groups
Company overview
Founded in 1978, Biogen is a leading global biotechnology company headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializing in the development and commercialization of innovative therapies for serious neurological and neurodegenerative diseases. As one of the oldest independent biotechnology companies in the United States, Biogen has established itself as a pioneer in neuroscience, focusing on difficult-to-treat conditions where few or no treatment options exist. The company's portfolio includes groundbreaking treatments for multiple sclerosis, spinal muscular atrophy, Alzheimer's disease, ALS, and Friedreich's ataxia. With approximately 7,000 employees worldwide, Biogen operates through a global network that includes research and development hubs in Cambridge, Research Triangle Park in North Carolina, and South San Francisco, along with world-class manufacturing facilities in the United States and Switzerland. The company's commitment to scientific innovation is demonstrated by its Nobel Prize-winning founders and its receipt of the U.S. National Medal of Technology and Innovation. Biogen's patient-centric approach drives its mission to deliver transformative medicines that improve lives while creating sustainable value for shareholders and communities.