Co-op, Bio Site Materials Planning - Biogen

This application is for a 6-month student role from January - June 2025. Resume review begins in October 2024. 

At Biogen, the Materials Planning Team ensures supply for Manufacturing and Technical Development activities. Part of this work includes maintaining clean data in Biogen systems. The ideal candidate will work with the Materials Planning Team to evaluate legacy data sets for cleanup activities and offer suggestions for which data sets should be obsoleted.  

This role will offer visibility into the systems used to plan complex biologic products and provide experience navigating within said systems. Working with Materials Planning will provide opportunities for cross-functional collaboration with Procurement, Technical Development, Quality Control, and other teams across Biogen. The Co-op will gain experience in planning systems, understanding of the balance of holding appropriate inventory without incurring unnecessary E&O, and how clean data is critical to all Materials Planning activities. 

Position Description 

Detailed description of role including but not limited to: 

• Work under the supervision of a Biogen RTP-Bio Materials Planner. 
• Working within PLM and Oracle EBS systems to identify candidates for data cleanup. 
• Evaluate material requests from Technical Development to identify what can be sent to support development work.  
• Deliverable is a report on all findings for data obsoletion / updates. 

Example projects may include: 

• Evaluation of data sets in the Biogen Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system. 
• Technical Development material request evaluation for RTP-Bio and Cambridge sites and BOM cleanup. 

Include the knowledge, skills, and abilities you may be seeking. 

• Self-starter with good communication skills and willingness to learn new skills. 
• Attention to detail is critical for data evaluation and recommendations. 
• Proficient in MS office programs.  

To participate in the Biogen Internship Program, students must meet the following eligibility criteria: 

• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. 
• At least 18 years of age prior to the scheduled start date 
• Be currently enrolled in an accredited community college, college or university 

Education 

• Completed at least two years of undergraduate studies prior to scheduled start date. 
• Candidate must be pursuing a BS degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related disciplines. 

Why Biogen?

We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.

At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about our DE&I efforts.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.