Office Manager at Cellares

South San Francisco, California, United States

Cellares Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Biotechnology, Life SciencesIndustries

Requirements

  • AA degree with at least 5 years of experience in an administrative role
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong organization skills, as well as the ability to multitask
  • Ability to think critically and make decisions on your own
  • Ability to hold confidential information at appropriate discretion
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to problem solve with little direction or supervision
  • Desire to be part of a rapidly evolving organization, with compelling technology and mission
  • Ability to pivot as needed and take on duties outside the normal scope of work
  • Self-awareness, integrity, authenticity, and a growth mindset

Responsibilities

  • Manage the day-to-day operations of our SF office, including facilities, equipment, maintenance, vendors, and inventory, and provide a welcoming and professional environment
  • Track budget and spend for office operations
  • Assist our Facilities team with space and seating planning, including communal workspaces
  • Collaborate with other teams and/or lead in planning and executing site, team, or company-wide activities and events (including scheduling and calendaring, and day-of logistics such as meeting room reservations and setup, AV/Teleconferencing equipment, and catering, etc.)
  • Support various internal activities/events and meetings (for example: executive and large meetings, milestone celebrations, team-building, happy hours)
  • Manage vendors and coordinate/execute restocking of snacks, drinks, and office supplies
  • Manage incoming and outgoing courier and other packages or mail as required
  • Demonstrate sound judgment to take effective action when direction isn't available

Skills

Facilities Management
Budget Tracking
Event Planning
Vendor Management
Inventory Management
Space Planning
AV/Teleconferencing
Catering Coordination
Office Supplies Management
Administrative Support

Cellares

Develops and manufactures cell therapies efficiently

About Cellares

Cellares develops and manufactures cell therapies in the biotechnology sector, operating as an Integrated Development and Manufacturing Organization (IDMO). Its proprietary "Smart Factory" technology features an automated single-use cartridge system, which increases productivity and reduces costs and process failures compared to traditional methods. The company serves a range of clients, including pharmaceutical companies, and aims to provide efficient and cost-effective manufacturing services for cell therapies. Cellares stands out by combining development and manufacturing processes under one roof, making it a competitive option in the industry.

South San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2019Year Founded
$345.3MTotal Funding
SERIES_CCompany Stage
Industrial & Manufacturing, BiotechnologyIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Company Match
Stock Options

Risks

Emerging biotech startups threaten Cellares' market share with similar solutions.
Potential regulatory delays could impact scaling of new automated systems like Cell Q.
Supply chain vulnerabilities may disrupt production timelines for Cell Shuttle and Cell Q.

Differentiation

Cellares' Cell Shuttle offers 10x scalability over manual cell therapy manufacturing.
The Smart Factory technology integrates development and manufacturing, unlike traditional CDMOs.
Cell Q automates QC processes, addressing bottlenecks in cell therapy quality control.

Upsides

Partnership with Sony enhances precision in cell therapy manufacturing processes.
Strategic partnership with Bristol Myers Squibb provides financial boost and validation.
Ossama Eissa's appointment as COO accelerates global expansion and operational capabilities.

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