Associate Director, Supply Planning

Bristol Myers Squibb•Devens, MA

30d•Hybrid

About The Position

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 Associate Director, Supply Planning will drive the Sales & Operations Planning Process (S&OP) including the Production Scheduling process in support of the Devens Biologics Manufacturing Site. The role will lead a team that maintains and drives adherence to the site production schedule in collaboration with the manufacturing, global supply chain and material planning groups. This role will also oversee the introduction and maintenance of the relevant master data for the site.

Requirements

B.S. in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or science-related discipline.
A minimum of 10-20 years’ experience in a Manufacturing or Supply Chain role with experience in Production, Planning, Scheduling and Inventory Control.
Demonstrated experience managing a team.
Excellent math and computer skills required, including general Microsoft Office.
Good knowledge of computerized production and inventory control systems (SAP) and documentation practices.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities against ambitious timelines.
Strong project management ability.
Exceptional communication skills and ability to communicate to multiple levels within company.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work cross-functionally as critical member of site team.

Nice To Haves

A Master’s Degree is a plus.
Experience and knowledge in Biologics manufacturing is preferred.
Experience in finite scheduling and scenario tools (for example BioG).
Relevant industry certifications are desirable (CSCP/CPIM).

Responsibilities

Leads site planning and manufacturing scheduling process and ensures schedule adherence.
Develops, models and implements strategies to improve scheduling capability and adherence.
Utilizes scheduling and modeling tool to analyze production scenarios.
Collaborates with global planners and site leadership to set long term production plan.
Facilitates the Sales & Operations Planning Process for both Commercial and Clinical products.
Manages process orders and requirements in SAP system.
Oversee production scheduling meetings with site representatives from Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Technical Operations, Warehouse and Maintenance.
Collaborates with Finance and Manufacturing teams to analyze production/material variances and adjusts systems accordingly.
Collaborates with downstream customers to ensure supply needs are met (i.e. drug product sites).
Develops scheduling tool to enable use in future clinical manufacturing areas.
Oversees the introduction and management of relevant Master Data in SAP for the site.
Oversees the planning of the Cell Bank process
Oversees the planning for Drug Substance shipping.

Benefits

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.
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.
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.

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