We’re here for one reason and one reason only – to cure cancer. Every moment is dedicated to developing treatments and every action moves us one step closer to our goal. We’ve made incredible scientific breakthroughs and our pioneering personalized CAR T-cell therapies have changed the paradigm. But we're not finished yet. Join Kite, as we make even bigger advances in cancer therapies, and help shape where our business and medical science goes next. We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfill their aspirations. Join Kite and help create more tomorrows. Job Description Job Responsibilites Book and coordinate domestic and international shipments of raw materials, WIP, and samples with approved 3PL and transportation providers. Track shipments from booking through delivery, communicate status and delivery expectations, and address delays or service exceptions through timely escalation and follow-up. Coordinate shipping forecasts, pickup schedules, and replenishment plans with site teams, Trade Compliance, and external logistics partners. Maintain shipping lane information and support provider onboarding, transportation initiatives, and approved logistics solutions that reduce operational risk. Coordinate receiving and material movements between 3PL facilities and manufacturing sites to support clinical and commercial requirements. Execute accurate and timely purchase order receipts, inventory transfers, adjustments, and other authorized ERP transactions. Reconcile inventory records between internal systems and 3PL facilities; investigate discrepancies and coordinate corrective actions. Coordinate inventory disposal and destruction activities in accordance with approved authorization and documentation requirements. Work with internal and external partners to improve receiving, replenishment, and inventory transaction processes. Perform assigned activities in accordance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), applicable Good Distribution Practices (GDP), approved standard operating procedures (SOPs), and safety requirements. Support appropriate storage and transportation conditions, material status controls, and traceable documentation in coordination with Quality and operational partners. Initiate or support deviations, corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs), supplier corrective action requests (SCARs), and change controls within assigned scope and delegated authority. Partner with Quality, sites, and service providers to investigate transportation and inventory exceptions, identify root causes, and implement approved corrective actions. Author or revise SOPs and forms, maintain current role-specific training, and escalate risks that could affect material integrity or supply continuity. Serve as an operational point of contact for assigned 3PL activities, coordinating priorities, resolving service issues, and following through on agreed actions. Develop and maintain transportation and inventory performance measures; prepare periodic reporting, including quarterly KPI updates, and identify improvement opportunities. Support operating spend forecasts and budget tracking for assigned warehouse and transportation activities. Coordinate assigned cross-functional projects to standardize systems and processes, improve service reliability, and support global network initiatives. Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external providers to implement approved logistics improvements and risk-mitigation actions. Provide cross-functional and backup operational support, and perform other related duties as assigned. undefined Basic Requirements Bachelor’s degree with at least 2 years of relevant warehouse, transportation, logistics, or supply chain experience; or a high school diploma with at least 4 years of relevant experience. Preferred Qualifications At least 4 years of pharmaceutical or biotechnology cGMP operations or supply chain experience supporting clinical and commercial activities. Experience in GMP warehouse logistics, distribution, cold-chain pharmaceutical transportation, and applicable GDP requirements. At least 2 years of ERP experience involving order management, inventory transactions, and reporting; familiarity with Oracle or SAP, warehouse management systems, and courier portals. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including tables, formulas, arrays, and conditional formatting. Experience with inventory reconciliation, 3PL coordination, shipping lane management, and provider onboarding. Experience writing SOPs and supporting deviations, CAPAs, change controls, and root-cause investigations. Ability to work with limited direction in a fast-paced environment, adapt to changing priorities, and contribute to continuous improvement. Ability to execute accurate transactions, maintain documentation, and work across multiple databases and electronic systems. Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to prioritize concurrent operational requests. Clear written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate with internal teams and external service providers. Ability to follow approved procedures, recognize operational exceptions, and escalate issues appropriately. The salary range for this position is: $80,325.00 - $103,950.00. Kite considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*. For additional benefits information, visit: https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing * Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Kite is a biopharmaceutical company engaged in the development of innovative cancer immunotherapies with a goal of providing rapid, long-term durable response and eliminating the burden of chronic care. The company is focused on chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) and T cell receptor (TCR) engineered cell therapies designed to empower the immune system's ability to recognize and kill tumors. Kite is based in Santa Monica, CA. For more information on Kite, please visit www.kitepharma.com. Sign up to follow @KitePharma on Twitter at www.twitter.com/kitepharma. For jobs in the United States: Kite Pharma is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment comprised of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or other non-job related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable federal, state and local laws. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact [email protected] for assistance. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the 'Know Your Rights' poster. NOTICE: EMPLOYEE POLYGRAPH PROTECTION ACT YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THE FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE ACT Kite Pharma will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, (c) consistent with the legal duty to furnish information; or (d) otherwise protected by law. Our environment respects individual differences and recognizes each employee as an integral member of our company. Our workforce reflects these values and celebrates the individuals who make up our growing team. Kite Pharma provides a work environment free of harassment and prohibited conduct. We promote and support individual differences and diversity of thoughts and opinion. For Current Kite Pharma Employees and Contractors: Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday. Change The World With Us Everyone at Kite is grounded by one common goal – curing cancer. Every day, we aim to establish a direct line between that purpose and our day-to-day work. We are creating Kite together, with the recognition that the best teams are built by the best people. We maintain an attitude of curiosity, and creativity with each challenge as we develop a new market for cancer therapies. We appreciate and respect one another, and most importantly, we don’t take success for granted. While we’ve come a long way to make what others viewed as impossible, possible, we know one thing is certain. Today is just the beginning.

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