Sr. Specialist, Supply Chain Compliance

The Role

Joining Moderna offers the unique opportunity to be part of a pioneering team that's revolutionizing medicine through mRNA technology with a diverse pipeline of development programs across various diseases. As an employee, you'll be part of a continually growing organization working alongside exceptional colleagues and strategic partners worldwide, contributing to global health initiatives. Moderna's commitment to advancing the technological frontier of mRNA medicines ensures a challenging and rewarding career experience with the potential to make a significant impact on patients' lives worldwide.

Moderna is establishing its presence in Clayton, Australia, a region renowned for its scientific and technological innovation, to advance our mission of bringing mRNA medicines to the world. Our Clayton office focuses on supporting our manufacturing and supply chain operations to ensure seamless delivery and production. We're seeking professionals dedicated to transforming global health and shaping the future of mRNA technology in Australia.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to support the advancement of Moderna's supply chain compliance at the Clayton site, ensuring our supply chain processes meet the highest standards of regulatory and operational readiness. As a Sr. Specialist, Supply Chain Compliance, you will be an essential contributor in reviewing and optimizing standard operating procedures, training local teams, managing supply chain documentation, and collaborating with both local and global stakeholders. Your work will be vital in maintaining GMP standards and enabling Moderna’s commitment to global health advancements.

Here’s What You’ll Do

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Managing compliance documentation to support efficient inbound and outbound processes

• Reviewing SOPs for site supply chain functions to ensure ongoing compliance and operational excellence

• Revising training modules for local supply chain associates in collaboration with the Supply Chain Director

• Supporting warehouse specialists by managing documentation for cycle counting and peaking activities

• Handling documentation for sample movements in alignment with company standards

• Managing deviations within the warehouse, working closely with the Warehouse Operations Lead and QA/QC team

• Overseeing GMP requirements for the supply chain function, proposing actionable steps for ongoing GMP readiness and compliance

• Conducting export control for outbound shipments abroad, ensuring regulatory compliance

• Monitoring and managing alarms (e.g., freezer alarms), addressing deviations as required

Your responsibilities will also include:

• Engaging with cross-functional teams in a matrix organization to ensure seamless collaboration and high operational standards

• Leveraging digital tools such as SAP, Smartsheet, Microsoft Word, and Excel to enhance workflow efficiency

• Supporting the supply chain’s continuous improvement efforts with a proactive, customer-focused attitude

• Performing additional duties as assigned to support Moderna’s supply chain objectives

The key Moderna Mindsets you’ll need to succeed in the role:

• We digitize everywhere possible: In this role, your work will drive efficiency and enhance regulatory compliance using digital tools. Your proficiency in platforms like SAP and Smartsheet will be critical in maintaining seamless workflows and in real-time data access for the team.

• We act with dynamic range: The Sr. Specialist role requires a balance of strategic oversight and meticulous execution. You will work across various functions, ensuring both high-level compliance and day-to-day operational success, driving Moderna’s transformative mission forward.

Here’s What You’ll Need (Basic Qualifications)

• University degree in biology, or chemical, or equivalent preferred 

• 5+ years’ experience in Supply Chain including Audit Management, SOP Revisions, and working with SAP in a Pharmaceutical and Biotech manufacturing environment is essential

• Supply Chain Project Management experience preferred

• This position is site-based, requiring you to be at Moderna’s site full-time. This position is not eligible for remote work.

Here’s What You’ll Bring to the Table (Preferred Qualifications)

• Experience in a highly regulated industry, Pharmaceutical, or related field.

• Experience of supply chain processes, including warehousing

• Proficient use of Microsoft Office (SAP, Smartsheet, Microsoft Word, and Excel).

• Ability to work in a matrix organization, together with team members of other functions

• Proactive, collaborative, and customer-focused attitude.

• A desire to make an impact as part of a high-growth, transformational company that is Bold, Relentless, Curious, and Collaborative.

Moderna offers personalized benefit programs and well-being resources as unique as our global workforce so employees can do their best work.

We recognize and appreciate your diverse needs and interests and do our best to support you at work and at home with:

• Quality healthcare and insurance benefits
• Lifestyle Spending Accounts to create your own pathway to well-being
• Free premium access to fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness classes
• Family planning and adoption benefits
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, bank holidays, volunteer days, sabbatical, and a discretionary year-end shutdown
• Educational resources
• Savings and investments
• Location-specific perks and extras!

The benefits offered may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Moderna and the country where you work.

About Moderna

Since our founding in 2010, we have aspired to build the leading mRNA technology platform, the infrastructure to reimagine how medicines are created and delivered, and a world-class team. We believe in giving our people a platform to change medicine and an opportunity to change the world. 

By living our mission, values, and mindsets every day, our people are the driving force behind our scientific progress and our culture. Together, we are creating a culture of belonging and building an organization that cares deeply for our patients, our employees, the environment, and our communities.
We are proud to have been recognized as a Science Magazine Top Biopharma Employer, a Fast Company Best Workplace for Innovators, and a Great Place to Work in the U.S.

As we build our company, we have always believed an in-person culture is critical to our success. Moderna champions the significant benefits of in-office collaboration by embracing a 70/30 work model. This 70% in-office structure helps to foster a culture rich in innovation, teamwork, and direct mentorship. Join us in shaping a world where every interaction is an opportunity to learn, contribute and make a meaningful impact.
If you want to make a difference and join a team that is changing the future of medicine, we invite you to visit modernatx.com/careers to learn more about our current opportunities.

Moderna is a smoke-free, alcohol-free and drug-free work environment.

Moderna is a place where everyone can grow. If you meet the Basic Qualifications for the role and you would be excited to contribute to our mission every day, please apply!

Moderna is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry or citizenship, ethnicity, disability, military or protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

Belonging, Inclusion, and Diversity are critical to the success of our company and our impact on society. We’re focused on attracting, retaining, developing, and advancing our employees and believe that by cultivating diverse experiences, backgrounds, and ideas, we can provide an environment where every employee is able to contribute their best.

Moderna is committed to offering reasonable accommodations or adjustments to qualified job applicants with disabilities. Any applicant requiring an accommodation or adjustment in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should

contact the Accommodations and Adjustments team at [email protected].

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