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Specialist, Network Raw Materials Buyer
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Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those aren’t words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely interesting work happens every day, in every department. From optimizing a production line to the latest breakthroughs in cell therapy, this is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it. You’ll get the chance to grow and thrive through opportunities uncommon in scale and scope, alongside high-achieving teams rich in diversity. Take your career farther than you thought possible.
Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives. Read more: careers.bms.com/working-with-us.
Position: Specialist, Network Raw Materials Buyer
Location: Summit, NJ / Seattle, WA
At Bristol Myers Squibb, we are inspired by a single vision – transforming patients’ lives through science. In oncology, hematology, immunology, and cardiovascular disease – and one of the most diverse and promising pipelines in the industry – each of our passionate colleagues contribute to innovations that drive meaningful change. We bring a human touch to every treatment we pioneer. Join us and make a difference.
Cell Therapy is one of the most groundbreaking new forms of cancer treatments being studied today. With therapies only in their infancy and BMS’s continued investment in our Cell Therapy capabilities, the growth potential of this science, your career, and the ability to help patients are incredible.
Position Summary
Bristol Myers Squibb is seeking a dynamic individual to join a motivated team of materials management and supply chain professionals. This individual is expected to efficiently manage materials buying activities for cell therapy network including, purchase order placement, maintenance of promise delivery time, execution of material resource planning systems (MRP), interpreting and analyzing of demand and usage requirements for materials, establish reordering and safety stock quantities, analyze order fulfillment and supplier lead times management to support adequate levels of materials, and collaboration with internal and external partners. Leveraging the cell therapy network, this position will make use of existing innovations and future technologies to support supply demand.
Key Responsibilities
Provide expert knowledge on materials resource planning strategies, develop purchase order strategies, monitor POs and invoices, maintain supplier relationships, and maintain target inventory levels to support cell therapy network.
Development and improvement of inventory models for raw materials, components, and reagents, ensuring that production demands are continuously met through periods of high growth and expansion.
Improve forecast models by reviewing historical raw material trends and predict demand to maximize supply chain efficiency. Reconcile monthly inventory raw materials.
Independently lead programs and process robustness in materials buying standard work measurements, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance site processes, procedures, and tools.
Support inventory activities and analysis, including but not limited to inventory control, inventory management, warehouse storage capacity assessments, and final product availability. Develop and define performance metrics for all raw material and final product inventory and identify cost savings opportunities.
Reinforce standard work measurement for all internal inventory activities and across team. Demonstrate a continuous improvement mindset that enables the supply chain for rapid scale growth with high value and high-volume raw materials in a regulated environment.
Drive mitigation strategy of any material shortages by demonstrating diligence and urgency in managing material commitments consistent with financial implications and reasonable business dynamics. Provide SME knowledge in financial inventory assessments for audits, monthly, quarterly, and yearly inventory reports.
Lead local and global material life cycle procedures by ensuring material availability and master data accuracy.
Work cohesively with cross-functional teams in support of operational efficiency, flexibility, and assurance of purchase order placement and material availability. Collaborate on process improvements by maintaining open communication with all teams and fostering an environment of cooperation in which to achieve shared goals.
Perform other tasks as assigned.
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s required.
Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience with materials management and/or supply chain within cGMP operations.
Proficiency in ERP systems (I.e., Oracle, SAP, QAD)
Knowledge of federal regulations for Quality Systems (21CFR820) and GMP manufacturing (21CFR 210,211).
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Ability to work well in a team environment with a positive attitude that is willing to assist other areas of the organization.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as strong focus and attention to detail.
Demonstrate ability to handle multiple tasks at one time and maintain a strong attention to detail.
Independent and self-starting.
Eager and adaptable.
Ability to perform frequent physical tasks with strength and mobility. Flexible scheduling required.
Any equivalency combination of education, experience, and training may substitute.
The starting compensation for this job is a range from $60,000 - $76,000, plus incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility).
The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills and where the job is performed.
Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience.
Eligibility for specific benefits listed on our careers site may vary based on the job and location. For more on benefits, please visit our BMS Career Site.
Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect and may include the following: Medical, pharmacy, dental and vision care. Wellbeing support such as the BMS Living Life Better program and employee assistance programs (EAP). Financial well-being resources and a 401(K). Financial protection benefits such as short- and long-term disability, life insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection and survivor support. Work-life programs include paid national holidays and optional holidays, Global Shutdown days between Christmas and New Year’s holiday, up to 120 hours of paid vacation, up to two (2) paid days to volunteer, sick time off, and summer hours flexibility. Parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military leave. Family care services such as adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, fertility/infertility benefits, support for traveling mothers, and child, elder and pet care resources. Other perks like tuition reimbursement and a recognition program
Why You Should Apply
Around the world, we are passionate about making an impact on the lives of patients with serious diseases. Empowered to apply our individual talents and diverse perspectives in an inclusive culture, our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.
If you want to challenge yourself, accelerate your career, and give new hope to patients, there’s no better place than here with our Cell Therapy team. Full of incredible and dedicated team members, those working on CAR-T and other forms of Cell Therapy are transforming patients’ lives through science. From studying individualized cell lines to making brand new discoveries, this bold and personal discipline allows you to grow your career while making a lasting impact on the field of medicine. Join us today.
Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives.
Our company is committed to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request accommodation prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, or any part of the recruitment process direct your inquiries to adastaffingsupport@bms.com. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.
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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 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 Protocol
Physical 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. If you require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your inquiries to adastaffingsupport@bms.com. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.
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