Senior Manager, Supply Chain - Virtual Plant Team Lead

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Read more: careers.bms.com/working-with-us.Position Purpose The Senior Manner, Supply Chain Virtual Plant Team (VPT) is the interface between the CMO and the wider supply chain team and is accountable for:Ensuring effective communication od supply chainDriving  supply chain improvements with CMOKey ResponsibilitiesMaintaining/developing relationships with supply chain counterparts at CMOs and internal stakeholders to facilitate continuous performance improvement.Participate in Virtual Plant team meetings, CMO face to face meetings & lead supply chain related meetings with CMOParticipate in BMS Supply Chain meetings to ensure alignment on 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. To prepare Supply Chain related topics for discussion at CMO business reviews and represent Supply Chain at business reviews.Accountable for CMO supply chain metrics.  Reporting of Supply Chain metrics to CMO, VPT & within ExM Supply Chain.  Generation of action items for VPT, CMO and ExM SC to resolve any performance levels below target.  Review of relevant CMO forecast for significant changes and communication of major changes & background to such changes to VPT and CMO. Communication of forecast to CMO.Determination of supply priorities through interaction with the wider ExM and Global Supply Chain teams & communication of 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 Supply Chain ManagementHolding VPT accountable for continuity of supply & mitigation of risk to customer.Participate in/lead projectsCommunication of any inventory risks to ExM inventory control and finance teams in a timely manner.For finished goods, support ExM Supply Chain with new SKU introduction (line extensions) to meet market requirements.Review of 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.To effectively communicate and coordinate activities to determine the impact of supply delays, quality events, line shut downs, projects(eg Serialization) on supply to customers(other CMOs or market) & engage with other Supply Chain functions.  Effectively mitigating the impact of such delays on supply. Effectively communicate, escalate and manage relevant stakeholders & implementing standard ExM communication tools.Execute scenario planning as necessary & engage with ExM planning to support scenario analysisCoordinate gathering of required supply chain information for Fact Finding Investigation meetings and representing Supply Chain at the necessary meetings.Identify and drive supply chain improvement projects with CMO & ExM teams. Review current Supply Chain processes and streamlineResponsible for contributing to the ExM IBP process & Global Integrated Planning teamsResponsible for reviewing volumes for budget and projection & providing input into the drivers behind variances.Ensure Supply Chain requirements are represented in the contract with the relevant CMO and responsible for providing input into contract amendments/updates.Identification of Supply Chain related projects to be implemented which may require additional support & escalationParticipate in/lead projectsRequired Competencies Knowledge of ERP, ideally SAP and SAP BW reporting, and related data analysis tools. Full understanding of Supply Chain, products and markets.Effective Leadership SkillsExcellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.Detailed knowledge of Contract Manufacturing Supply Chain Operations. Ability to prioritise, organise and manage multiple tasks to tight deadlines.An understanding of regulatory requirements and management of regulatory constraintsRequired Qualifications and Desired ExperienceAPICS or related qualification5years + 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 processesKnowledge of pharmaceutical industry Project Management qualification/experience, is desirable.#LI-HybridIf you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn’t perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. 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Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in an inclusive culture, promoting diversity 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 ProtocolPhysical presence at the BMS worksite or physical presence in the field is a necessary job function of this role, which the Company deems critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, employee well-being and engagement, and it enhances the Company culture.BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request a reasonable workplace accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. 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