Job Description
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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. 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.
At Bristol Myers Squibb we are reimagining the future of cell therapy. With our bold ambition, backed by a best-in-the-industry team and long-term commitment, we are leading the way to unlock the full promise of cell therapy as we strive to put more patients on the path to a cure. If you are ready to challenge yourself, accelerate your career, and give new hope to patients, there’s no better place than here at BMS with our Cell Therapy team.
The Senior Manager, Cell Therapy Supply Chain is responsible for leading complex supply chain activities that support uninterrupted operations at the Devens Cell Therapy manufacturing facility. This role provides advanced technical and operational leadership across planning, materials management, logistics, systems, and cross-functional execution to ensure reliable product and material flow.
This position serves as an experienced individual contributor and subject matter expert who partners across Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Quality, MS&T, Planning, Procurement, and external stakeholders to drive execution, resolve complex issues, improve processes, and maintain compliance in a regulated cell therapy environment. This role does not have direct people management responsibilities.
Shifts Available:
Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:
Supply Chain Execution and Coordination
- Lead and coordinate complex supply chain activities to support material availability, production readiness, and product flow across site operations
- Serve as a key point of contact for cross-functional issue resolution related to planning, inventory, logistics, and execution risks
- Partner with internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely receipt, storage, movement, and shipment of materials and finished goods in accordance with business requirements
- Monitor supply performance, identify constraints, and develop mitigation plans to minimize disruptions and maintain continuity of operations
Planning, Systems, and Data Management
- Support planning and supply chain processes to help ensure continuity, alignment, and execution of business priorities
- Ensure accuracy and completeness of supply chain data, transactions, and system records to support reliable operations and informed decision-making
- Maintain and review reports, metrics, and documentation to support visibility, tracking, and ongoing business needs
- Support the use and improvement of systems, tools, and standardized processes that enable consistent and effective supply chain execution
Quality, Compliance, and Process Improvement
- Ensure supply chain activities are executed in compliance with cGMP, GDP, site procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements
- Author, review, or support deviations, CAPAs, change controls, SOPs, and other quality system records as required
- Lead or contribute to root cause analysis, problem solving, and continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen processes and reduce risk
- Perform other tasks as assigned
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Experience in biopharmaceutical, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or other regulated manufacturing environments preferred
- Working knowledge of cGMP/GDP requirements and quality systems including deviations, CAPAs, change controls, and SOP management
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with the ability to translate data into actionable business recommendations
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive execution in a fast-paced and complex environment
- Strong collaboration and communication skills with the ability to influence across functions without direct authority
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and experience with analytics or reporting tools preferred
- Experience with continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or structured problem solving preferred
- Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and serve as a subject matter resource to peers and cross-functional teams
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree required in Supply Chain, Business, Life Sciences, Engineering, or equivalent
- Preferred but not required: Certification in APICS/ASCM such as CPIM, CSCP, and/or CLTD
- 8+ years of relevant experience in supply chain, manufacturing support, logistics, planning, materials management, or related operations
- 3+ years of experience supporting ERP systems and transactional workflows, preferably SAP
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Compensation Overview:
The starting compensation range(s) for this role are listed above for a full-time employee (FTE) basis. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility) may be available. The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills, where the job is performed, the employee’s work schedule, job-related knowledge, and experience. 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 https://careers.bms.com/life-at-bms/.
Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans in effect at the time and may require enrollment. Our benefits include:
Health Coverage: Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.
Wellbeing Support: Programs such as BMS Well-Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
Financial Well-being and Protection: 401(k) plan, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, personal liability protection, identity theft benefit, legal support, and survivor support.
Work-life benefits include:
Paid Time Off
US Exempt Employees: flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval, 11 paid national holidays (not applicable to employees in Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico or Rayzebio employees)
Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico and Rayzebio Exempt, Non-Exempt, Hourly Employees: 160 hours annual paid vacation for new hires with manager approval, 11 national holidays, and 3 optional holidays
Based on eligibility*, additional time off for employees may include unlimited paid sick time, up to 2 paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military needs and an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day.
All global employees full and part-time who are actively employed at and paid directly by BMS at the end of the calendar year are eligible to take advantage of the Global Shutdown.
*Eligibility Disclosure: The summer hours program is for United States (U.S.) office-based employees due to the unique nature of their work. Summer hours are generally not available for field sales and manufacturing operations and may also be limited for the capability centers. Employees in remote-by-design or lab-based roles may be eligible for summer hours, depending on the nature of their work, and should discuss eligibility with their manager. Employees covered under a collective bargaining agreement should consult that document to determine if they are eligible. Contractors, leased workers and other service providers are not eligible to participate in the program.
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
BMS has an occupancy structure that determines where an employee is required to conduct their work. This structure includes site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design jobs. The occupancy type that you are assigned is determined by the nature and responsibilities of your role:
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.
Supporting People with Disabilities
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 [email protected]. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.
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BMS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.
If you live in or expect to work from Los Angeles County if hired for this position, please visit this page for important additional information: https://careers.bms.com/california-residents/
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R1603252 : Senior Manager, Cell Therapy Supply Chain