Senior Manager, Value Chain Leader

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The Value Chain Leader (VCL) will lead and coordinate Global Product Development & Supply (GPS) brand strategy activities, which may include, but are not limited to:

• Ensuring on-time new brand / line extension launches, and implementation/execution of other brand value chain strategies, i.e., deletions
• Partner closely with GPS and alliance partners (as applicable) to facilitate implementation of key brand objectives including changes to the network, risk mitigation initiatives, multi-site productivity initiatives, and others as required
• Supports or leads the creation and refresh of Annual Product Strategy document, Business Continuity Plan, and Annual Product Review
• In cases where responsibility is transitioned after certain milestones, the VCL will also be responsible for smooth transitions to receiving teams such as the Site to Market teams.
• Initiative chartering, planning, team formation, role clarification, and execution oversight. In addition, the VCL will be responsible for securing initiative endorsements through appropriate governance teams, establishing and reporting key project metrics, and identifying, reporting, and driving solutions for project risks.
• Lead cross-functional teams and be responsible for the development and execution of cross-functional plans, ensuring the realization of targeted business outcomes from the initiatives.

The successful candidate will be responsible for cross-functional team leadership; project management; development of detailed business cases, plans and timelines; use of project management tools, and ensuring documentation of all decisions according to appropriate decision rights.

• BS/BA in Technical Field (Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, related life sciences or engineering) with advanced technical degree, MBA, and/or equivalent experiences desirable.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical/biopharmaceutical industry with exposure to one or more areas within development, operations, supply chain, technology, quality, regulatory, and research. Understanding of pharmaceutical and/or biological product development, new product launch, and lifecycle management processes desirable.
• Capability to build alignment with business partners including research & development, commercial operations, and manufacturing leaders, by understanding connections across the organizations, building strong relationships, being transparent and reliable, and delivering on commitments.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively lead matrix teams and influence areas not under direct organizational reporting lines to communicate challenging goals and achieve objectives.
• Possesses good financial acumen and skilled in project management and decision analysis.
• External experience (outside BMS and outside pharma/ biopharma industry) and experience with external relationships/ contracts a plus.

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.

New Brunswick - NJ - US: $138,570 - $167,911
Princeton - NJ - US: $138,570 - $167,911
Summit West - NJ - US: $138,570 - $167,911

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