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Bristol May Squibb Ireland
Bristol May Squibb has been in operation in Ireland since 1964, employing over 650 people across a range of activities and business units. Ireland is home to External Manufacturing’s global headquarters, the business unit responsible for the management of manufacturing contract operations (CMO’s) and ensuring reliable supply of product to patients across the Bristol May Squibb global network. External Manufacturing has two sites: Global Headquarters based in Dublin 15 and a distribution centre in Shannon, Co Clare.
The Role
BMS External Manufacturing is recruiting on a Fixed Term Contract (12 months) for a Senior Manager – Supply Chain Lead VPT, reporting to the Director, Supply Chain – ExM API Operations. The role can be based in Dublin Plaza 254 or Shannon, Co Clare.
The Supply Chain Lead for the VPT is the bridge / interface between the CMO and the wider BMS Supply Chain team, accountable for ensuring effective communication of supply chain information to and from the CMO & VPT and within BMS Supply Chain. The Supply Chain Lead is also accountable for driving Supply Chain improvements with the CMO. Based on your function, department or individual position, you will have the opportunity to discuss with your Manager the option to work remotely up to 50% of the time, over a two‑week period, with the flexibility to choose the days that align with your collaboration needs.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
* Maintaining/developing strong relationships with supply chain counterparts at CMOs and internal BMS stakeholders to facilitate continuous performance improvement.
* Participating in Virtual Plant team meetings, CMO face-to-face meetings & leading supply chain related meetings with the CMO as required.
* Participating in BMS Supply Chain meetings as required to ensure alignment on BMS customer requirements.
* Point of escalation for other Supply Chain functions including ExM Customer Planning, ExM Planning, ExM Logistics, Market Supply Planning and Inventory Control teams.
* Preparing Supply Chain related topics for discussion at CMO business reviews and representing BMS Supply Chain at the relevant business reviews.
* Accountable for CMO supply chain metrics. Reporting of Supply Chain metrics to CMO, VPT & within ExM Supply Chain. Generating action items for VPT, CMO and ExM SC to resolve any performance levels below target.
* Reviewing relevant CMO forecast for significant changes and communicating major changes & background to such changes to VPT and CMO. Communicating forecast to CMO.
* Determining supply priorities through interaction with the wider ExM and Global Supply Chain teams as appropriate & communicating these priorities to the CMO.
* Understanding supplier capacity constraints in the short, medium and long term, aiding resolution of these constraints & escalating to the VPT and BMS Supply Chain Management as necessary.
* Holding VPT accountable for continuity of supply & mitigation of risk to customer.
* Communicating any inventory risks to ExM inventory control and finance teams in a timely manner.
* Supporting finished goods, working with ExM Supply Chain for new SKU introduction (line extensions) to meet market requirements.
* Reviewing CMO related change controls to understand the supply chain impact, assigning relevant child actions. Engaging with ExM planning teams to ensure potential supply restrictions are managed and mitigated. Aligning with Global Planning on the approach to management of any supply restrictions.
* Proactively aiding in the mitigation of Back Orders and Anticipated Back Orders with the relevant CMO, ensuring continuity of supply from the CMO.
* Effectively communicating and coordinating activities to determine the impact of supply delays, quality events, line shut downs, projects (e.g., Serialization) etc. on supply to customers (other CMOs or market) & engaging with other Supply Chain functions as necessary. Effectively mitigating the impact of such delays on supply.
* Effectively communicating, escalating and managing relevant stakeholders & implementing standard ExM communication tools.
* Executing scenario planning as necessary & engaging with ExM planning to support scenario analysis.
* Coordinating gathering of required supply chain information for Fact Finding Investigation meetings and representing Supply Chain at the necessary meetings.
* Identifying and driving supply chain improvement projects with CMO & ExM teams. Reviewing current Supply Chain processes and streamlining as necessary.
* Contributing to the ExM IBP process & Global Integrated Planning teams as required.
* Reviewing volumes for budget and projection & providing input into the drivers behind variances.
* Ensuring that BMS Supply Chain requirements are represented in the contract with the relevant CMO and providing input into contract amendments/updates.
* Identifying Supply Chain related projects to be implemented which may require additional support & escalation as required.
* Participating in/leading projects as necessary.
Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills Required
* Knowledge of ERP, ideally SAP and SAP BW reporting, and related data analysis tools.
* Full understanding of BMS Supply Chain, products and markets.
* Strong leadership skills.
* Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
* Detailed knowledge of Contract Manufacturing Supply Chain Operations.
* Ability to prioritise, organise and manage multiple tasks to tight deadlines.
* Understanding of regulatory requirements and management of regulatory constraints.
* APICS or related qualification.
* 5+ years Supply Chain experience in global manufacturing and supply environment, preferably in a similar role.
* Understanding of Supply Chain and Regulatory operations in a cGMP environment.
* Understanding of pharmaceutical artwork management processes.
* Knowledge of pharmaceutical industry.
* Project Management qualification/experience is desirable.
Why you should apply
* You will help patients in their fight against serious diseases.
* You will be part of a company that encourages excellence and innovation, respects diversity, develops leaders and values its employees.
* You’ll get a competitive salary and a great benefits package including, but not limited to, an annual bonus, pension contribution, family health insurance, 27 days annual leave, access to BMS Cruiserath on‑site gym and life assurance.
Uniquely Interesting Work, Life‑changing Careers
With a single vision as inspiring as Transforming patients’ lives through science™, every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in a supportive culture, promoting global participation in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.
On‑site Protocol
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Site‑essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility. Site‑by‑design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. For these roles, onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity and a positive company culture. For field‑based and remote‑by‑design roles the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function.
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