Our RESETTM clinical trials with CABA-201 (investigational CD19-CAR T cell therapy) in lupus, myositis, systemic sclerosis, myasthenia gravis, and pemphigus vulgaris are now recruiting.

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Associate Director/Director, Network Planning

Philadelphia, PA

About the Position

The Associate Director/Director, Network Planning will be accountable for leading the end-to-end network planning activities, inclusive of inventory management and performance management.  This role will be responsible for leading the monthly network planning cycle to ensure long-range demand and supply balance, as well as a recurring inventory reconciliation process to capture inventory across our external network.  To maintain supply continuity, they will work as part of a cross-functional team to develop and execute the supply strategy with internal and external customers.

Responsibilities Include

  • Design, implement and execute on the tools, technologies and processes required for successful and efficient end-to-end network supply planning, inventory management, and continuous operational excellence
  • Facilitate the monthly cross-functional network planning cycle, including managing the agenda and driving discussions to reach consensus on demand forecasts, production plans, and appropriate inventory levels
  • Perform scenario planning to identify potential risks and opportunities, developing contingency plans to address fluctuations in demand or supply
  • Present network plans, risks, and scenarios to senior leadership as required, and support discussions on proposed network expansion strategies
  • Lead the implementation and ongoing supervision of a global inventory management process, monitoring the available inventories and identifying opportunities to optimize stock levels
  • Help to introduce and champion tools to collect, track, and communicate key performance indicators regarding supply chain that drive operational excellence
  • Support annual budgeting process by providing manufacturing plan across the end-to-end supply chain
  • Actively communicate, collaborate with, and contribute to other functional areas including Clinical Operations, Quality Assurance, and Technical Operations to achieve top business results for the company
  • Drive readiness initiatives for the transition from clinical to commercial operations, including scaling processes and aligning with regulatory requirements
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional supply chain team members, including Supplier Management and Patient Operations to ensure seamless integration of processes, alignment on priorities, and proactive resolution of challenges
  • Other related duties, as assigned

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelors’ Degree in Engineering, Life Sciences or related field
  • 10+ years relevant experience in supply chain planning with preference in life sciences manufacturing, process development
  • Experience in biologics or cell/gene therapy preferred
  • Strong understanding of CAR-T therapy manufacturing processes and supply chain complexities, including just-in-time manufacturing and cold chain logistics
  • Thorough knowledge of GxP and regulatory requirements for cell therapy products
  • Knowledge of GMP regulations and a commitment to operational excellence
  • Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis tools 
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills to effectively work across different departments 
  • Proven experience in demand forecasting, supply chain management, and production planning 
  • Understanding of business operations, financial planning, and key performance metrics 
  • Leadership abilities to guide and influence cross-functional teams 
  • Expertise in relevant software applications like ERP systems and planning tools
  • Comfortable managing complexity and ambiguity
  • Desire to work in a fast-paced, growing company!


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Benefits

Our most important asset is our people and we offer competitive benefits including health and retirement, PTO, and stock option plans.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Cabaletta Bio is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, national or ethnic origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis protected by applicable law.