Manager, Operations Supply Planning

Bristol Myers Squibb • Princeton, NJ

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About The Position

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 Manager, Operations Supply Planning supports the supply planning process for both external manufacturing and internal sites. This role ensures alignment with customer and market demand while maintaining operational efficiency. The execution planner will interact with internal and external supply sites, logistics, and other supply chain teams. Responsibilities include assisting in the development of supply strategies, helping to create and execute supply plans, and identifying and reporting any risks or constraints that may affect product availability.

Requirements

• B.S. or BA in supply chain management, science and/or engineering (biotechnology, engineering or related sciences).
• Min. 4-6 years of experience in supply chain management, preferably within global manufacturing or pharmaceutical environments.
• Knowledge of supply chain operations
• Expertise in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Rapid Response) and related data analysis tools is preferred
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Base understanding of regulatory requirements, particularly in the pharmaceutical industry (cGMP, FDA, EMA).
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively under tight deadlines.
• Strong Planning and financial acumen with understanding of ERP transaction codes, planning/operational software, physical and transactional flows, etc.
• Familiarity with AI and ML systems features including performance & expectation management, optimization, etc.
• Travel: ad hoc and with notice (up to 10%)

Nice To Haves

• APICS or related professional qualification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supply Planning and Execution: Develop and manage supply plans for materials related to product portfolios
• Support coordination with internal and external manufacturing sites to help balance customer service with operational efficiency.
• Maintain accurate inventory levels, ensuring purchase orders are up to date for Drug Substance, Drug Product and Finished goods to meet demand
• Customer and Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with global and local supply chain teams and market stakeholders, collaborating to ensure continuity of supply and identify potential risks
• Attend supply chain meetings to ensure alignment on customer requirements and consumption plans
• Demand & Supply Alignment: Use ERP systems (e.g., SAP) to manage demand propagation and supply requirements, ensuring the MRP planning process runs effectively
• Monitor changes in demand, communicate with stakeholders to adjust production plans, and incorporate these changes into site production schedules
• Risk Management & Problem Solving: Monitor and assess inventory risks, including shortages, excess stock, and obsolescence
• Assist to identify and resolve supply constraints, working closely with necessary stakeholders
• Support inventory risks related to regulatory or artwork changes
• Metrics and Reporting: Track and report on key supply chain performance metrics such as backorders, inventory compliance, and PO accuracy
• Provide input into inventory projections, budget processes, and root cause analysis for any supply issues
• Contribute to monthly and quarterly stock overviews, identifying any inventory risks or supply disruptions
• Projects & Continuous Improvement: Participate in supply chain improvement projects and other initiatives to optimize supply chain processes
• Support new product introductions, government tender supply programs, and clinical supply requests when required
• Ensure that master data is accurately maintained and continuously updated in collaboration with relevant teams
• Digital Acumen, Analytics, and Learning Leverages visualization and data contextualization tools including Excel and BI platforms (e.g., Tableau, Power BI), integrated APS capabilities, and BMS platforms to monitor KPIs, perform root cause analysis, review best action analysis and provide data-driven decision support.
• Contributes to process improvements through digitization and automation of planning workflows, supporting improved speed and accuracy.
• Executes task-level work using available tools (e.g. WMS, SAP, Tableau, Riverlogic, Kinaxis), follows SOPs, fulfills orders, and maintains high level of performance across data and planning accuracy.
• Demonstrates curiosity and adaptability in learning new digital tools and platforms (e.g., SAP, Kinaxis, forecasting systems), quickly integrating them into daily operations.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees