Career

Location: Aachen (DE)

Start Date: As soon as possible

🌿 Join Us in Shaping the Future of Animal-Free Cell Culture!

PL BioScience, a spin-off of RWTH Aachen University, has been driving innovation in sustainable cell culture media since 2015. Our Human Platelet Lysates (HPL) are trusted by research labs and cell therapy developers around the world.

We recently decided to invest in a new production facility in Aachen. This will be a major step for the company and requires the implementation of a completely new organization including Process Development, Manufacturing and Quality Control. As a foundation of this new team, we are looking for a dedicated Senior Supply Chain Management Specialist (m/f/d) with relevant experience working in end-to-end supply chain planning and building scalable S&OP processes in a GMP-regulated, fast growing environment.

Are you passionate about building and optimizing supply chains in a biotechnology environment? Then join our mission to develop and produce the next generation of Human Platelet Lysates (HPL)!

💼 Your Key Responsibilities

As an SCM Specialist (m/f/d), you will assume end-to-end responsibility for supply chain planning in a GMP-regulated and rapidly growing start-up environment. The focus of the role is on establishing, managing, and continuously developing sales and operations planning (S&OP). You will work closely with the Production, Logistics, and Sales departments and report directly to the Site Manager. In addition to operational management, you will actively help shape the introduction and design of the ERP system and contribute the technical requirements from the supply chain.

• Establishment, implementation, and further development of an end-to-end S&OP process (demand, supply, inventory, capacity);

• Translation of sales forecasts into a realistic, implementable production and procurement plan;

• Coordination and reporting of capacities, delivery times, minimum quantities, and production batch sizes

• Ensuring delivery capability while optimizing inventory;

• Technical lead for SCM-related requirements in the selection and introduction of an ERP system in close cooperation with the finance and IT departments;

• Tracking Development of relevant SCM KPIs (e.g., service level, forecast accuracy, inventory turns, OTIF);

• Functional interface to external production partners.

🎓 What You Bring to the Table

To be successful in this role, you should meet the following qualifications:

Must-haves

• Several years of experience in supply chain or production management, ideally with a focus on S&OP;

• Very good understanding of end-to-end processes as well as planning and forecasting logic;

• High affinity for data and confident handling of analytical issues;

• Hands-on mentality, strong implementation skills, and structured approach to work;

• Entrepreneurial thinking, high level of personal responsibility, and decisiveness;

• Strong communication skills, assertiveness, and solution-oriented approach;

• Enthusiasm for establishing and developing new processes;

• Very good written and spoken German and English skills;

• Experience with ERP implementations or rollouts is an advantage.

✨ What We Offer You

At PL BioScience, we believe that our people are the driving force behind our success. Here’s what you can look forward to:

• Competitive salary based on your experience and skills.
• Flexible working hours to support work-life balance and personal well-being.
• Professional development opportunities through hands-on experience, training, and cross-functional collaboration.
• New, state-of-the-art laboratories with access to modern equipment and cutting-edge technologies.
• A dynamic, collaborative, and supportive team that values open communication, feedback, and continuous learning.
• Freedom to contribute your own ideas and actively shape the future of animal-free cell culture.
• Flat hierarchies and open communication — your voice matters, and your input is valued.
• Annual team events and team-building activities to strengthen our culture of collaboration.
• Job stability within a fast-growing company at the forefront of sustainable biotechnology.

📢 Why You Should Apply

This position is ideal for someone who wants to make a real impact by building and shaping supply chain structures in a growing biotechnology environment. As one of the early members supporting our manufacturing operations, you will play a key role in establishing scalable planning and coordination processes. The role offers strong opportunities for professional development while contributing to innovative products that shape the future of sustainable research and regenerative medicine.

📩 Application Process

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? We would love to hear from you!

📌 How to apply: Send us your CV, cover letter, and relevant certificates.

📌 Contact: If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to jobs@pl-bioscience.com

Apply now and become part of the PL BioScience journey!