Howard Bender
About Howard Bender
Howard Bender serves as a Materials Supervisor at Kite Pharma, where he has worked since 2015. He has a strong background in materials management, regulatory audits, and inventory accuracy systems.
Work at Kite Pharma
Howard Bender has served as a Materials Supervisor at Kite Pharma since 2015. In this role, he has been responsible for overseeing materials management processes, ensuring dock to stock accuracy at 98% or greater. He has implemented systems for cycle counts and inventory accuracy that align with standard warehouse practices. Bender has also written Supplier Corrective Action Reports (SCARs) for both clinical and commercial sites, contributing to the overall efficiency and compliance of the materials management operations.
Previous Experience in Materials Management
Prior to his current position, Howard Bender worked at several organizations in various capacities. He was a Document Control Specialist at Baxalta for four months in 2015. He also held the position of Material Coordinator, Sr. at Amgen from 2012 to 2014. Additionally, Bender spent ten years as a Senior Laboratory Technician at North American Scientific from 1999 to 2009. His diverse experience in materials management has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the field.
Education and Expertise
Howard Bender studied at Pierce College, where he focused on Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician and earned an Associate of Science (A.S.) degree. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in materials management and inventory systems. Bender is cross-trained in all areas within Materials Management, enhancing his ability to lead and manage various operational functions effectively.
Achievements in Inventory Management
In his role as Materials Supervisor, Howard Bender developed an ABC coding system that maintained inventory accuracy at 98% or greater. He also restructured the warehouse to increase commercial label location by 120%. His contributions to inventory management and accuracy systems have significantly improved operational efficiency within the organization.
Regulatory Compliance and Audits
Howard Bender has participated in and led regulatory audits and tours in the absence of the Manager/Supervisor. His involvement in these audits demonstrates his knowledge of compliance standards and his ability to uphold regulatory requirements within the materials management framework.