Associate Director, Strategic Sourcing and Procurement, API, Global Product Development and Supply
Company: Disability Solutions
Location: New Brunswick
Posted on: May 7, 2024
Job Description:
Working with UsChallenging. 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 .Bristol Myers Squibb
IrelandBristol Myers Squibb has been in operation in Ireland since
1964, employing over 650 people across a range of activities and
business units.Ireland is home to External manufacturing's global
headquarters, the business unit responsible for the management of
manufacturing contract operations (CMO's) and ensuring reliable
supply of product to patients across the Bristol Myers Squibb
global network.This includes management of, and working in
conjunction with, third party contract manufacturers and internal
manufacturing sites. In Ireland, External Manufacturing has two
sites; Global Headquarters based in Dublin 15 and a distribution
centre in Shannon, Co Clare.The RoleBristol-Myers Squibb External
Manufacturing is looking to recruit a permanent Associate Director,
Strategic Sourcing and Procurement, API, Global Product Development
and Supply. This role will lead Strategic Procurement
responsibilities for the strategic sourcing of externally
manufactured API, providing End to End strategic sourcing solutions
for commercial supply requirements from pre-launch (Late
Development/Phase 2b) through the product life cycle. Role
responsibilities will include delivery high value multi year
sourcing strategies for the global API that supports the business
strategies and appropriate for phases of the product lifecycle,
from pre-launch through product life cycle. Primary Manufacturing
technologies in scope: GMP Intermediates, API, Bridging
Technologies and new novel modalities such as CelMOD and ADC Beta
teams. The role will also have significant linkage into Oral Solid
Dose Drug and Biologics categories.This role focuses on the
development of category strategies that define how purchasing will
be done for a given spend category - inclusive of purchasing
policies, a supplier relationship management program, and
implementation of strategic Business Continuity Management. This
role will develop, maintain and implement a 3-5 year strategic
category plan that ensures all projects deliver maximum value in
line with Global Strategic Value Capture (SVC) targets. This role
will assist in development of and adherence to strategic category
management processes and procedures, supplier and category
segmentation, metrics/KPI development and application, and contract
management. This role is expected to ensure close alignment to
business priorities and functional objectives.This role will
support the Senior Director, Strategic Sourcing and Procurement,
Global Product Supply. The successful candidate will Partner with
senior leadership in the Product Development and External
Manufacturing Organisations to align sourcing strategy, execute an
end to end sourcing roadmap and initiatives and contribute to
strong supplier relationship management, including selective
strategic partnerships.Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Lead Procurement responsibilities with selected strategic
suppliers of externally manufactured API and or associated
categories and provide procurement business partnering to Virtual
Plant and Virtual Development Operational Teams.
- Provide hands on leadership, direction and ownership on
sourcing projects, supplier negotiations, contract deviations and
supplier relationship opportunities and issues.
- Develop End to End strategic sourcing solutions for commercial
supply requirements from pre-launch (Late Development/Phase
2b).
- Own global category strategy development with Global Product
Supply Business Partners to fully utilise the business Supplier
Relationship Management program, including segmentation criteria to
develop a preferred supplier list for a given category
- Develop a 3-5 year strategic plan to realize category strategy
targets
- Ensure clear roles and responsibilities between regional /
local resources and global category leads to ensure one-face to the
business with selected strategic suppliers.
- Lead and / or support major category initiatives within a
multi-year plan including end-2-end process optimization, make /
buy analysis and recommendations within a spend category and / or
within a major business area.
- Develop and support the execution of Global Business Continuity
Management strategies.
- Develop and manage key category budget owners and functional
stakeholders
- Manage procurement team to best in class sourcing and
procurement for selected strategic suppliers. Responsible for
annual budgeting and achievement of year to year standard costs,
budget variances, Purchase Price Variance and Cost Avoidance
towards central Strategic Value Capture Targets.
- Champion Procurement training programs to better support
business needs.
- Encourage cross-market and cross-functional collaboration to
take advantage of synergies through effective business partnering
and stakeholder management
- Support business growth by providing market insights and
subject matter expertise to key Business Partners, including
Financial Market Intelligence and Supplier Financial analysis.
- Ensure excellence in delivery of procurement initiatives that
maximize corporate, business, and functional priorities and
objectives
- Remain current with market trends through relationships with
Sourcing Managers, suppliers and market experts, and ensure
compliance to the BMS process of gaining access / familiarity with
emerging supplier capabilities to support end to end Category
Strategy Development.
- Coach and develop cross-functional implementation teams to
appropriately execute category strategies globally and regionally.
- Actively support the business Supplier Relationship Management
priorities by fostering collaborative relationships with highly
strategic global / regional suppliers
- Identify, build, and maintain mutually beneficial
relationships, partnerships, and alliances with select suppliers
utilising Supplier Relationship Development programs
- Develop a list of preferred suppliers within a category of
spend and manage compliance
- Recommend or implement changes to the organization's
purchasing, supply management and material usage policies as
needed
- Measure supplier performance using rating systems or
predetermined standards
- Proven experience in bringing value back to the business from
operational continuous improvement projects by monetising the
Strategic Value Capture created by the business functions.
- Ensure highest standards of excellence in category strategies
across key capabilities
- Assist in implementation of ideas that will optimize BMS total
cost of ownership for spend categories, and support an emerging
future pipeline of Continuous Improvement deliverables
- Champion effective use of tools and technology to promote
efficient delivery of procurement initiatives Internal/External
Stakeholders:
- Strategic Sourcing and Procurement stakeholder at all levels -
Category Leads, Directors, Executive Director and Vice
President.
- Business Partners within Global Product Supply - Commercial and
Product Development at all levels.
- Strategic Sourcing and Procurement Market Intelligence
Teams.
- Business Development and Global Asset Integration
Teams.Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills Required:--- Experience
in GMP manufacturing or related field.--- Proven ability to operate
and influence at executive levels, both with internal stakeholders
as well as external suppliers.--- Expertise in sourcing for API
and/or Drug Product/Biologics manufacturing technologies and global
sourcing for GMP external manufacturing services.--- Experience
building and leading a team.--- Demonstrates a strong ability to
identify, analyse and solve problems. Decisive in handling
difficult problems. Translates problems into practical
solutions.--- Strong Strategic thinker - demonstrated an ability to
deliver projects of strategic value.--- Strongly demonstrates the
BMS Behaviours.--- Strong influencing and internal negotiations
ability.--- 10 years of business experience with minimum 5 years
experience in Procurement, Product Development, External
Manufacturing Management, and or Drug Product/Biologics
functions.--- 5 years in a leadership role within strategic
procurement, M&A, Alliances, 3rd partner vendor management
preferred.--- Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering, Life
Sciences, Business, Supply Chain, Procurement or relating field
required. MBA degree preferred but not required.--- Certified
Purchasing Manager (CPM) or APP Certification a plus.---
Certifications in Lean concepts a plus.--- Demonstrated knowledge
of procurement processes, contract management, financial analysis,
market analysis, supplier analysis, supplier diversity, supplier
management, technology utilization, strategic planning and
integrated supply chain experience.--- Excellent written and oral
English communication skills.--- Ability to travel to other company
sites, including US, EMEA & AISAPAC.--- Proven ability to manage
multiple projects, set priorities and meet deadlines.Why you should
apply
- You will help patients in their fight against serious
diseases
- You will be part of a company that encourages excellence and
innovation, respects diversity, develops leaders and values its
employees.
- You'll get a competitive salary and a great benefits package
including, but not only, an annual bonus, pension contribution,
family health insurance, 23.5 days annual leave plus 3 Company
days, access to BMS Cruiserath on-site gym, life assurance and
gain-sharing bonus. #LI-HybridIf 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 CareersWith 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 BMS has a diverse 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. 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. BMS cares about your well-being and the
well-being of our staff, customers, patients, and communities. As a
result, the Company strongly recommends that all employees be fully
vaccinated for Covid-19 and keep up to date with Covid-19 boosters.
BMS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest
and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your
area.Any data processed in connection with role applications will
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