Supply Chain Management Manager (SCM)- Seoul, South Korea

Curiox Biosystems is a pioneering life science technology company dedicated to automating and standardizing sample preparation for cell analysis with its innovative Curiox C-FREE™ technology. Traditional sample preparation methods often involve labor-intensive manual operations, particularly the centrifugation step, leading to variability and requiring highly skilled personnel. Curiox addresses these challenges by automating the process, thereby enhancing productivity, standardization, and reproducibility. The C-FREE technology automates cell washing, simplifies workflows, and ensures consistent results. Utilizing precise robotic pipette control, it performs gentle buffer exchanges without centrifugation, preserving sample integrity. Designed as compact pipetting workstations, C-FREE systems are customizable to meet various laboratory needs, offering an affordable and efficient solution for advanced sample preparation. Curiox’s portfolio includes instruments, automation systems, and consumables for cell and protein analysis, that are widely used in life science research, immunology, immunotherapy, drug discovery, diagnostics, vaccine research, and cell therapy research and manufacturing. With its state-of-the-art technology, Curiox is setting new standards, making advanced sample preparation accessible to every researcher and enhancing overall data quality and productivity for researchers globally.

Join Curiox Biosystems and be a part of a team that is transforming the landscape of cell sample preparation and bringing personalized automation to every scientist. If you are passionate about innovation and ready to help scientists achieve better results, Curiox is the place for you.


POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Supply Chain Management (SCM) Manager will oversee the entire supply chain, including procurement, materials management, logistics, and production. A key part of the role involves directly managing the purchasing of materials, ensuring cost-effectiveness and timely delivery. The SCM Manager will lead cross-functional teams, including logistics, assembly, and production staff, and ensure smooth coordination across departments to meet operational and business objectives.


RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage procurement, materials, logistics, and production operations across the entire supply chain
• Directly handle materials purchasing to ensure timely and cost-efficient sourcing
• Supervise logistics, ensuring efficient shipping, receiving, and distribution processes
• Lead the assembly and production management teams, ensuring seamless workflows between departments
• Collaborate with production, quality, and warehouse teams to align supply with production schedules
• Develop supply chain strategies that align with the company’s overall business goals
• Negotiate contracts, manage vendor relationships, and monitor supplier performance
• Track inventory levels to manage stock and prevent shortages or overstocks
• Ensure compliance with trade regulations and company policies
• Utilize ERP systems to track key metrics, analyze data, and drive improvements across the supply chain
• Lead initiatives to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and enhance overall supply chain performance

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business, logistics or a related field
• Proven experience in supply chain management, including direct experience in purchasing
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage cross-functional teams
• Excellent negotiation skills and experience managing supplier contracts
• Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite)
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to work under pressure
• Experience with international trade and logistics (preferred)
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and production planning (preferred)
• English proficiency is required for communications with international teams and partners. 

LOCATION

Seoul, S. Korea


Please come join us and make a difference. Send your resume with expected salary and inquiry by email to youngho@curiox.com. No agencies please. Due to the high volume of applications, only qualified candidates will be contacted.

For more information, visit our website at curiox.com.