Patient Planning Manager, Cell Therapy in Devens, MA

Bristol Myers Squibb • Devens, MA

3d • Onsite

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 . At Bristol Myers Squibb we are reimagining the future of cell therapy. With our bold ambition, backed by a best-in-the-industry team and long-term commitment, we are leading the way to unlock the full promise of cell therapy as we strive to put more patients on the path to a cure. If you are ready to challenge yourself, accelerate your career, and give new hope to patients, there’s no better place than here at BMS with our Cell Therapy team. The Patient Planning Manager, Planning & Scheduling, Cell Therapy is accountable to manage supply chain and logistics planning duties for the BMS Cell Therapy Facility. Key responsibilities include managing product and patient scheduling, patient product shipping/receiving, and cold chain logistics of personalized cell therapies produced at the cell therapy manufacturing site. Co-ordinate with key stakeholders to ensure patient slots and requirements are supported through manufacturing operations. Shifts Available: TBD

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required in Life Sciences, Supply Chain, or similar
• 5+ years relevant work experience required
• 3+ years of experience supporting ERP systems (preferably SAP).
• Experience in a Site Supply Chain Organization
• Experience in biopharmaceutical clinical, supply chain, manufacturing, and commercialization
• Experience with lean six sigma projects and change execution management
• An equivalent combination of education, experience, and training may substitute.

Nice To Haves

• Certification in CPIM, CSCP, and/or CLTD
• Advanced proficiency in Site Scheduling / planning / ERP systems and analytics tools
• Advanced knowledge of fundamental concepts of materials management, planning, and site production scheduling
• Ability to effectively communicate problem statements and viable solution options using pro vs. con and cost vs. benefit approaches
• Ability to present data and analyses in an organized, clear, and concise manner
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office applications
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently for extended periods of time
• Ability to work as a team and mentor peers and direct reports
• Ability to understand and solve complicated supply and demand problems
• Intermediate knowledge of cGMP/Pharmaceutical regulations

Responsibilities

• Act as the point of contact for Supply chain and the finite Scheduling team
• Manage short term master production scheduling and manufacturing needs
• Manage and communicate patient schedule changes and impact to approved production plan
• Act as the point of contact for Cell Therapy Global Patient Scheduling (incoming & outgoing)
• Manage the in-coming flow following patient apheresis material; partner with Cell Therapy Material Operations, Manufacturing, & Quality to ensure readiness for prompt receipt, inspection, and start of processing
• Conduct investigation and root cause analyses on any supply disruptions or material quality issues and report on corrective actions
• Manage secondary packaging of final drug product and return shipment to patients
• Manage Site Supply Chain Standard Operating procedures
• Own and manage deviations and corrective/preventive actions
• Own and manage change controls
• Foster a culture of compliance and strong environmental, health, and safety performance
• Promote a mindset of continuous improvement and problem solving and prevention
• Track and report metrics
• Participate in and/or lead cross-functional teams to improve systems, processes, or internal/external performance
• Limited global travel up to 10% of time may be required

Benefits

• 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.
• Eligibility Disclosure: T he 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.

What This Job Offers

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