Materials & Planning Lead

 

 

ABOUT US 

At Quell we seek to deliver truly innovative, life-changing therapies for our patients. Our vision as a company is to build a major global biopharmaceutical company bringing transformational and valued therapies for a range of autoimmune and inflammatory diseases, as well as preventing rejection in organ transplantation, based on modular engineered Tregs. 

OUR COMPANY 

Quell was founded in March 2019 in partnership with six prominent immunological experts from King’s College London, University College London, and Hannover Medical School, and is led by Iain McGill, a leading pharmaceutical executive with extensive relevant experience, having spent most of his 25 years in the industry in immunology, including the areas of solid organ and cell transplantation. The Company was founded with initial series A financing, led by Syncona Ltd who committed $83M with a further $1M contributed by UCL Technology Fund. 

 

THE ROLE 

The Materials & Planning Lead plays a key role in supporting Quell’s operational activities by ensuring the efficient flow of materials, production, and logistics required for clinical programs. The role focuses on Materials Requirements Planning (MRP), Production Planning, and Logistics coordination to ensure material availability, adherence to production schedules, and timely delivery of products. The position also contributes to the development and execution of end‑to‑end supply chain processes. 

 

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.  Materials Requirements Planning (MRP):

   • Support the development and management of MRP processes to maintain optimal inventory levels of raw materials, components, and finished goods.
   • Work closely with procurement, suppliers, and quality teams to ensure timely availability of materials in alignment with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) requirements.
   • Monitor material usage, support demand forecasting, and adjust supply plans to prevent shortages or excess inventory.

   • Assist in identifying supply risks and contribute to contingency planning for critical materials.

2. Production Planning:
   • Create and maintain production schedules to meet clinical and drug product demand.
   • Coordinate with manufacturing, quality, and regulatory teams to ensure production timelines are met and regulatory standards are upheld.
   • Track production progress, highlight bottlenecks, and support initiatives to improve throughput and reduce lead times.

   • Participate in cross‑functional efforts related to process optimization and capacity planning for manufacturing.

3. Logistics and Distribution:
   • Manage inventory storage including the 3PL, distribution activities, and associated documentation to meet regulatory and customer requirements.
   • Plan and coordinate domestic and international shipments, ensuring compliance with customs, import/export regulations, and transportation documentation.

   • Support the development of contingency plans to mitigate supply disruptions.

4. Supplier Relationship Management:
   • Assist in implementing and maintaining supplier relationship management processes to ensure cost efficiency and quality.
   • Maintain clear communication channels with suppliers and support performance reviews.

   • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and long‑term supplier partnership development.

5. Data Management & Reporting:

   • Use materials and planning tools and systems to track inventory, materials, and production data.

   • Prepare reports on materials and planning performance, KPIs, and operational efficiency metrics.

   • Present analysis and recommendations to management to support continuous improvement and cost‑optimization efforts.

6. Compliance and Quality:

   • Work closely with Quality Assurance to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements.
   • Ensure materials and products meet GMP standards and any specific requirements for cell therapy products.
   • Support document control activities and batch record management in collaboration with Quality Control.
   • Contribute to the development and maintenance of compliant supply chain systems.
   • Support regulatory submission documentation as required.

7. Perform additional responsibilities as assigned to support the broader supply chain function.

 

EXPERIENCE & TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Experience:

3+ years of experience in materials and planning roles, ideally within the biotech, pharmaceutical, or life sciences industries. Experience in ATMP field is highly preferred.

 

Technical Requirements:

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in materials and planning systems.

• Strong knowledge of GMP and regulatory requirements for manufacturing.

• Familiarity with cold chain logistics and temperature-sensitive product management.

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for cross‑functional collaboration.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.

Additional Information:

• Work Environment: May require time on the production floor, in laboratories, and in warehousing facilities.

• Travel: Occasional travel may be required to meet with suppliers, third-party manufacturers, or logistics partners.

 

EDUCATION ESSENTIALS:

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or related field, Business Administration or Operations. A Master’s degree or professional certification is a plus.

 

 

BENEFITS

• Holidays: 25 days per year
• Life Assurance: 4 x base salary
• Group Personal Pension: Auto enrolled at 6% employer contribution, 3% employee contribution
• Private Medical Insurance for your whole family
• Health Cash Plan
• Annual Bonus

PERKS

• Fantastic collaborative environment at Translation & Innovation Hub - Click here for Virtual Tour
• £61 Million Investment including brand new lab equipment, innovative methods, and exposure to cutting edge technology
• Flexible working
• Fast paced and progressive company looking for future leaders and innovators