RA Capital

Summary:

The Manager, Supply Chain Management is responsible for day‑to‑day operational execution of supply chain activities supporting Vaxcyte’s clinical, GMP, PPQ, and commercial readiness programs. This role focuses on tactical planning, execution, tracking, and issue resolution across materials, logistics, and external partners, ensuring smooth and compliant operations in support of manufacturing campaigns.

The role works closely with the Associate Director, Supply Chain, who retains end‑to‑end strategic ownership across programs, while the Manager, Supply Chain Management ensures disciplined execution, follow‑through, and operational stability.

Essential Functions:

Operational Supply Chain Execution

• Execute approved supply chain strategies and plans across GMP, PPQ, and clinical/commercial readiness activities.
• Manage day‑to‑day material planning, ordering, and tracking to ensure on‑time availability aligned with manufacturing schedules.
• Support execution of supply activities across multiple programs, with a focus on operational readiness and delivery.
• Manage and coordinate Critical Raw Materials and Customer‑Supplied Materials provided to Lonza.

Materials, Logistics & Vendor Coordination

• Coordinate shipments and storage with the Logistics Team.
• Track material movements, inventories, and material status, proactively escalating risks or delays, particularly for Critical Raw Materials.
• Act as the primary operational interface between Supply Chain and Procurement / Buyer, ensuring alignment between ordered materials, delivery timelines, and campaign execution needs.

CDMO & External Partner Support

• Support operational interfaces with CDMOs, primarily Lonza.
• Participate in recurring Lonza‑related forums (e.g. VIBEX, MINT material ordering, allocation, and operational alignment meetings).
• Follow up on action items, timelines, and required documentation to enable smooth execution.
• Support deviation‑related activities by coordinating information flow between Supply Chain, Quality, and Operations.

Tracking, Reporting & Documentation

• Maintain operational trackers, dashboards, and status updates related to materials, shipments, and readiness.
• Own the accuracy and maintenance of campaign progression data, including OMP‑related tracking, ensuring consistency across Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Lonza‑reported data.
• Support preparation of weekly and recurring campaign updates by providing validated execution‑level data.

Issue Resolution & Continuous Improvement

• Act as a first line of response for operational issues related to materials, logistics, and execution.
• Escalate issues with clear data, options, and recommendations to the Associate Director.
• Identify opportunities to improve execution efficiency, tracking, and operational robustness.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related field with 7+ years of experience in Supply Chain Operations, Manufacturing Support, or a related role. Other combinations of education and/or experience may be considered.

• Experience working in a regulated biotech, pharmaceutical, or life sciences environment.
• Strong ability to work in a cross‑functional, matrix organization.
• Hands‑on experience with material planning, logistics coordination, and operational execution.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and follow‑through skills.
• Proficiency with ERP systems, SharePoint, and MS Office tools.
• Fluent in English.
• Fluency in German highly preferred; other European languages an advantage.