Global Early Dev Vector Supply Planner

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is accountable to plan supply of vector and associated plasmids and cell banks for products in clinical phase ; monitor KPIs (Key Performance Indicator), maintain up to date planning assumptions and appropriate escalation of risks to ensure a seamless vector supply.

The vector planner has a demonstrated track record of success in a cross-functional organization, able to work with both internal and external stakeholders to deliver against supply chain strategies and execute plans based on brand priorities.

• Create vector, plasmids, and cell banks supply plans for the brand, as part of monthly SD&OP (Sales Development & Operations Planning) cycle
• Effectively evaluate, mitigate, and communicate any inventory or supply risks that may impact product supply including what-if scenarios, preparation of inventory run-outs charts, and obsolescence analysis
• Create vector, plasmids and cell banks forecasts for manufacturing and testing sites based of supply plans and track actual performance through KPIs
• Responsible for Master data for Vector and DP Planning to ensure demand propagation and supply planning in the ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) system
• Lead site vector allocation meetings and align on forward looking supply and consumption
• Represent Supply Chain at the ExM (External Manufacturing) forums (VPT (Virtual Plant Team), VAT (Virtual Analytical Team)) & vector technical forums and ad hoc projects
• Leads Change control assessments, generates change actions and tracks them to completion for required change controls
• Partners with other vector planners to ensure standardization of process, share best practices, learnings, and other information important to continuous improvement of Global Supply Planning processes and tools.
• Live the BMS values

• 5+ years of related experience in working in a fast-paced, reputable, global pharmaceutical/Biotechnology or Consumer company organized in a matrix structure. MBA or similar advanced degree preferred.
• Highly Preferred: experience in manufacturing and supply chain.
• Strongly Preferred:
  Good understanding and exposure to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and other regulatory requirements (EMA, TGA).
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional & multi-location teams. Experience working in and with multiple geographies preferred
• Ability to establish strong relationships and achieve success through collaboration
• Knowledge of ERP, ideally Oracle, SAP IBP and SAP R/4, and related supply chain planning and data analysis tools.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
• Knowledge of compliance procedures (regulatory/ financial /EHS)
• Ability to prioritize, organize and manage multiple tasks to tight deadlines.
• Demonstrate cultural sensitivity and an understanding of the global practices where business is conducted.

Madison - Giralda - NJ - US: $90,290 - $109,407 Princeton - NJ - US: $90,290 - $109,407 Seattle - WA: $99,310 - $120,345

The starting compensation range(s) for this role are listed above for a full-time employee (FTE) basis. Additional incentive…