Supply Chain Operations Specialist

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.

PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF POSITION:

The Supply Chain Operations Specialist will support the Site Supply Chain organization regarding the development and execution of supply for BMS’s autologous clinical and commercial supply.

The Site Supply Chain Operations Specialist is responsible for the leadership and support of various projects within the Supply Chain department, ensures established procedures are routinely reviewed and updated for compliance, develops departmental metrics and KPIs, and implements new processes that support the overall mission of Bothell Manufacturing. As a member of the JuMP SC, collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to meet objectives and goals.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Key Responsibilities

• Support Bothell Site Supply Chain Operations in collecting and analyzing data to improve processes, reporting and communication.
• Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives that ensures clinical and commercial readiness of the cell therapy programs.
• Serve as the Project Manager for SC projects and Operation Excellence initiatives.
• Own and drive completion of Deviations, CAPAs and Change Controls and serve as SME for Supply Chain organization for quality records.
• Provide coaching to junior team members on data analysis and project management.
• Manage timelines, escalate critical issues, and maintain status dashboards.
• Develop process flow diagrams, process outlines and documentation to assist in evaluating and optimizing operations.
• Coordinate between Site level colleagues and Global colleagues on implementing new projects, represent the interests of Site Supply Chain Operations in project teams led by other functions.
• Identify strategic and operational issues both internally and externally, develop proposals, outline and implement solutions.
• Seek and support continuous process improvement projects both within the department and across site initiatives.
• Manage creation, implementation and compliance for all documentation, procedures and policies.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with all functions at the Bothell site, as well as with external customers and stakeholders.
• Champion and foster a positive and successful collaborative culture, aligned with Juno’s existing culture
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong analytical skills; ability to create KPIs and metrics that drive decisions, behaviors, and monitors performance.
• Basic understanding with CAPA/Deviation and Change Control processes in a GMP environment.
• Innovative, proactive, and resourceful; committed to quality and continuous improvement.
• Basic understanding of cell culture, cryopreservation, purification, and aseptic processing or laboratory technique preferred
• Intermediate knowledge of warehousing and logistics operations, planning / ERP systems, reporting and analytics tools (Oracle / OBIEE preferred)
• Expertise in GMP compliance and FDA/EMA regulations.
• Demonstrate excellence in written and verbal communication.
• Able to synthesize information into a presentation appropriate to the organizational level of the audience. Able to summarize information concisely and communicate it using appropriate medium.
• Intermediate technical writing capability.
• Ability to develop and provide training on various functions.
• Ability to solve routine and complex problems.
• Ability to anticipate and mitigate challenges.
• Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and to develop and maintain strong business partner relationships.
• Hands-on team player willing to work in an environment where individual initiative, accountability, and professional maturity are required.
• Must be able to work with limited day-to-day supervision.
• Strong PC experience in MS Office applications (Excel, Powerpoint, Visio, Word, Project), with high proficiency in Excel, Project and Visio

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering, life sciences, information systems, business management or related fields. Advanced degree preferred.
• 5 years of relevant work experience required in a manufacturing environment, preferably in pharmaceutical, biotechnology or related industries.
• Experience and credentials in project management and process improvement is preferred (Lean, six sigma, 5s, PMP).

WORKING CONDITIONS (US Only):

• The incumbent will be required to work in an office environment potentially requiring ergonomic considerations
• The incumbent will be required to work in a conference room environment for moderate periods of time.
• Occasional excursions to labs or production area requiring some level of gowning.
• Occasional domestic and international travel.
• Exposure to typical manufacturing, laboratory, mechanical and warehouse environments.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position. The primary duties and responsibilities are intended to describe those functions that are essential to the performance of this job.

This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. There are other duties and responsibilities that are considered incidental or secondary to the overall purpose of this job. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management.

BMSCART VETERAN

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.

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.

Physical presence at the BMS worksite or physical presence in the field is an essential job function of this role which the Company deems critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, employee well-being and engagement, and enhances the Company culture.

To protect the safety of our workforce, customers, patients and communities, the policy of the Company requires all employees and workers in the U.S. and Puerto Rico to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless they have received an exception based on an approved request for a medical or religious reasonable accommodation. Therefore, all BMS applicants seeking a role located in the U.S. and Puerto Rico must confirm that they have already received or are willing to receive the full COVID-19 vaccination by their start date as a qualification of the role and condition of employment. This requirement is subject to state and local law restrictions and may not be applicable to employees working in certain jurisdictions such as Montana. This requirement is also subject to discussions with collective bargaining representatives in the U.S.

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