Senior Manager, Cell Therapy Manufacturing in Devens, MA

Bristol Myers Squibb • Devens, MA

6d • $131,750 - $159,650 • Onsite

About The Position

Bristol Myers Squibb is reimagining the future of cell therapy and is seeking a Senior Manager, Cell Therapy Manufacturing to support the clinical and commercial operations of their facility in Devens, MA. This role is responsible for overseeing the teams that manufacture both clinical and commercial product, with a focus on 24/7 operations in areas such as media preparation, cell selection, cell processing, and product fill, all in compliance with Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP's). The position emphasizes leadership, team development, operational excellence, and a strong commitment to safety and quality.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant science or engineering discipline, or equivalent in work experience.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles required.
• Cleanroom garments and personal protective equipment will be required in designated areas.
• Ability to work in the vicinity of strong magnets.
• 8+ years of relevant work experience within pharmaceutical or a similarly regulated industry.
• 6+ years supervising staff in a management role.

Responsibilities

• Serve as manufacturing functional area owner and manage commercial and clinical manufacturing teams and areas.
• Hire, mentor, and develop exceptional people, conduct performance reviews, and identify opportunities for career growth.
• Champion a culture of exceptional teamwork and communication.
• Ensure personnel have the appropriate training for CAR-T GMP manufacturing.
• Build effective cross-functional relationships with Quality, Supply Chain, MS&T, EHS, and F&E.
• Ensure a culture that embraces safety in the work environment and for patients by complying with company procedures, policies, and cGMP requirements.
• Plan and execute commercial and clinical operations for a licensed CAR-T product.
• Establish department goals, track and report KPIs, and drive a culture of continuous improvement through innovation and lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Author, review, and approve documents, including standard operating procedures, batch records, material specifications, training materials, and validation protocols/reports.
• Develop and communicate project goals, strategy, and timelines.
• Implement and operate manufacturing systems that are technically sound, efficient, and compliant with cGMP requirements.
• Ensure schedules for people, facility, equipment, materials, and documents are established and maintained to support facility capacity for multiple CAR-T products.
• Identify and mitigate risks in manufacturing operations.
• Champion inspection readiness efforts and initiatives for Right First-Time manufacturing.
• Establish team policies, organizational structure, shift structure, and career ladders.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior