Co-Op, Supply Chain (Systems Data Specialist)

Who is BlueRock?

BlueRock Therapeutics, a wholly-owned and independently operated subsidiary of Bayer AG, is a leading engineered cell therapy company using its unique cell+gene platform to direct cellular differentiation and genetically engineer cells to create a new generation of cellular medicines that address large patient populations suffering from neurological, cardiovascular, and immunology diseases.

The convergence of cell biology and genetic engineering is creating fundamental new ways to impact disease. Founded in 2016 to capitalize on these technological breakthroughs, we are advancing our novel cell+gene platform to develop, manufacture, and deliver an entirely new generation of authentic and engineered cell therapies across three therapeutic areas: neurology, cardiology, and immunology.

What Are We Doing?

Our foundational science harnesses the ability to create and then direct the differentiation of universal pluripotent stem cells into authentic, functional cells that can be used as allogeneic cellular therapies to treat a broad array of diseases. We can also further engineer these cells, enabling them to produce enzymes, antibodies, and other proteins for additional therapeutic benefit.

We are passionate about delivering on the promise of cellular and gene therapy, shaping the future of cellular medicine, and delivering new therapies to millions of patients with treatment options.

We are seeking individuals who are collaborative, thrive in a fun and dynamic culture, and are steadfast in the commitment to advance cutting-edge cellular therapies to impact patients’ lives.

The Supply Chain Systems Data Specialist is responsible for supporting the Supply Chain Planning team in their daily operational and administrative duties for adequate Supply Chain IT systems/apps database and master data management and governance in a Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) environment. Apply best in class supply chain concepts and practices to develop the team’s overall capabilities, streamlined processes and participate in the Oracle Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system implementation. This role will provide great exposure to various elements of Supply Chain Systems including the ERP Oracle system implementation and management, ERP system master data entry and maintenance, SmartSheet database and reports maintenance, raw materials procurement, scheduling and planning, inventory management, third party warehousing, outsourced contract testing/manufacturing services and project & category management. Successful candidates will have an understanding of ERP software, tools, and technology used to manage daily business operations and automate business processes in supply chain, manufacturing, quality, accounting, etc.; and be given the opportunity to engage with multiple cross-functional teams and be part of exciting projects and workstreams.

• ERP software/Apps Data Maintenance, tools and technology:

• Partner with IT, Supply Chain Planning and Database administrators in various aspects of ERP implementation.
• SmartSheet database, reports, dashboards and forms maintenance.
• Oracle ERP master data management, entry and update ensuring data quality, accuracy and compliance with company policies and support system implementation, documentation and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
• Support work instructions (Scribes) creation for master data management.
• Analyze and resolve master data quality issues.
• Support improvement of master data management and governance.
• Data mining and analysis through Oracle ERP reporting.
• Oracle ERP change management plan support including end user training.
• Veeva Quality Management System (QMS) support.

• Supply Chain Planning
• Develop and support Raw Materials (RMs) planning standards/processes including supplier forecasts collection and consolidation, RMs inventory planning and RMs inventory management, tracking, retains and quality investigations.
• Supports the Supply Chain, Lab Ops and Manufacturing teams with regular raw material readiness duties (Receipt, Allocation, Pick and Consumption, Cycle Counts, Write off due to expiration) to enable and streamline supply planning activities and adequate availability of raw materials for manufacturing activities.
• Supports Development & Operations Planning (D&OP) through data collection and visualization for presentation material.
• Assists in the creation of presentation material and participating in operational calls with vendors, keeping minutes and recording actions items.
• Support supply planning projects and initiatives with project deliverables including but not limited to: Database creation and maintenance, Process mapping/development, Data gathering, mining and analysis, Creating metrics and reports.
• Other tasks as required

• Have (Currently enrolled in a degree program at an accredited college or university à BS/MS/PhD in Life Sciences, Supply Chain, Business, Engineering or related field of study). Nice to have: Minor in ERP IT software, AI, machine learning or other IT emerging technologies applicable to supply chain management.
• Possess the Ability to work a ~6-month assignment, full-time – May 2025 – Nov 2025 (Flexible, negotiable).
• Must be 18 years of age by the start of the internship/co-op.
• Must have transportation to the site in Toronto, ON, CA.
• This position is intended to be hybrid (3 days on-site) and candidates will be informed should anything change.
• Excellent organizational skills, sufficient to multi-task in an extremely fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to influence across multiple functions.

BlueRock Therapeutics Company Culture Highlights

Winner of Boston Business Journal's Best Places to Work (Mid-size Company) 2023

Winner of Comparably's Award for Best Company for Diversity 2022

Winner of Comparably's Award for Best Company for Women 2022

Winner of Comparably's Award for Best CEO 2022

BlueRock Therapeutics is ranked in the top 5% of companies for Overall Culture on Comparably.

Engineering Department is ranked in the top 5% of companies for Overall Culture on Comparably.

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Equal Opportunity Workplace: At BlueRock, we welcome and support differences and diversity and we are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.  Please let us know if you require disability-related accommodation or other grounds protected by human rights legislation during the recruitment process so that we can work with you to meet your needs.