Working with Us
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.

The Opportunity

If you're a supply chain professional with deep experience in global manufacturing and a talent for building strong relationships across complex organisations, this is your opportunity to make a real difference at a global biopharmaceutical leader.

As Senior Manager, Supply Chain Lead VPT, you'll serve as the critical conduit between our Contract Manufacturing Organisations (CMOs) and BMS's wider Global Supply Chain teams. Reporting to the Director, Supply Chain, you'll be accountable for ensuring the effective flow of supply chain information, driving performance improvements, and safeguarding continuity of supply - all in service of getting life-changing therapies to patients on time.

This is a high-visibility role that sits at the intersection of operational excellence, stakeholder management, and strategic supply chain leadership.

What You'll Do

Maintain and develop strong relationships with supply chain counterparts at CMOs and internal BMS stakeholders to facilitate continuous performance improvement
Serve as the point of escalation for supply chain functions including Supply Planning Units, ExM Logistics, ExM Operations, and Inventory Control teams
Participate in Virtual Plant Team meetings, CMO face-to-face meetings, and lead supply chain related meetings with CMOs as required
Prepare and present supply chain topics at CMO business reviews, representing BMS Supply Chain at the relevant forums
Own CMO supply chain metrics - reporting performance, generating action items, and driving resolution of any issues below target
Review CMO forecasts for significant changes and communicate these effectively to the VPT and CMO
Determine supply priorities through interaction with wider ExM and Global Supply Chain teams and communicate these to the CMO
Understand and aid in the resolution of supplier capacity constraints in the short, medium, and long term
Proactively mitigate back orders and anticipated back orders, ensuring continuity of supply from the CMO
Communicate and coordinate the impact of supply delays, quality events, line shutdowns, and projects on supply to customers, engaging with other supply chain functions as necessary
Execute scenario planning and engage with Supply Planning Units to support scenario analysis
Identify and drive supply chain improvement projects with CMO and ExM teams
Contribute to the ExM S&OP process and SPU planning cycle as required
Ensure BMS supply chain requirements are represented in contracts with relevant CMOs and provide input into contract amendments and updates
Support new SKU introductions for finished goods to meet market requirements

What You'll Bring

Education & Qualifications

APICS or related qualification
Project Management qualification or experience - desirable

Experience & Skills

5+ years of supply chain experience in a global manufacturing and supply environment, preferably in a similar role
Knowledge of ERP systems, ideally SAP and SAP BW reporting, and related data analysis tools
Detailed knowledge of Contract Manufacturing supply chain operations
Understanding of supply chain and regulatory operations in a cGMP environment
Understanding of pharmaceutical artwork management processes and knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry
An understanding of regulatory requirements and management of regulatory constraints
Strong leadership skills with excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
Ability to prioritise, organise, and manage multiple tasks to tight deadlines
Experience translating business challenges into digital or AI solutions — desirable

Why BMS?

At BMS, we don't just offer a job — we offer a purpose. You'll join a company that:

Operates in more than 40 countries with a truly global footprint
Delivers transformative therapies for oncology, immunology, hematology, cardiovascular disease, and beyond
Is consistently recognised as a top employer for diversity, inclusion, and employee wellbeing
Invests in your growth — with access to world-class development resources and a culture of innovation
Puts patients first — in every decision, at every level

You'll get a competitive salary and a great benefits package including, but not only, an annual bonus, pension contribution, family health insurance, 27 days of annual leave, access to BMS Cruiserath on-site gym and life assurance.

We believe that the diverse experiences, perspectives, and expertise of our people are our greatest strength. Here, you can be bold, be yourself, and do your best work.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're ready to bring your supply chain expertise to a company where the stakes truly matter, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and take the next step in a career defined by meaningful impact.

#LI-Hybrid

If you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn’t perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career.

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 adastaffingsupport@bms.com. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo -accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.

Candidate Rights

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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R1603708 : Senior Manager, ExM Supply Chain VPT Lead

Senior Manager, ExM Supply Chain VPT Lead

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