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Bristol Myers Squibb Manager, Finished Goods Planner in Dublin, Ireland
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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 rich in diversity. Take your career farther than you thought possible.
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Bristol Myers Squibb Ireland
Bristol Myers Squibb has been in operation in Ireland since 1964, employing over 650 people across a range of activities and business units.
Ireland is home to External manufacturing's global headquarters, the business unit responsible for the management of manufacturing contract operations (CMO's) and ensuring reliable supply of product to patients across the Bristol Myers Squibb global network. This includes management of, and working in conjunction with, third party contract manufacturers and internal manufacturing sites. In Ireland, External Manufacturing has two sites; Global Headquarters based in Dublin 15 and a distribution centre in Shannon, Co Clare.
For more information about Bristol Myers Squibb, visit us at BMS.com/ie
Position Summary
The Finished Goods Planner will report into the Associate Director, Finished Goods Network Planning and will be responsible for management of finished goods (FG) supply for assigned product/market portfolio. This position will be part of the Global Supply Chain organization within the Finished Goods NSP department and will work to integrate & coordinate supply strategies between markets/customers and BMS internal and external supply sites to balance exceptional customer service while supporting site operational efficiency efforts.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Create and develop strong relationships with CPSO and manufacturing/principal supply teams to ensure a customer focused orientation and alignment and to ensure that production is in place to meet required market demand
Create and execute finished good supply plans for markets/customers and manage orders as required to comply with the agreed expected inventory SLA levels and lead times
Collaborate with key BMS stakeholders (Global Supply Chain [GSC], Supply Chain Product Leads [SCPL], External Manufacturing [EXM], Business Insights & Analytics [BI&A], market partners etc.) to ensure continuity of supply to markets/customers and to support process-related continuous improvement initiatives
Monitor and assess the MRP planning process in the BMS ERP system to ensure that the demand propagation process runs effectively
Support & lead as required government tender supply, direct import programs, and clinical supply requests in alignment with local market partners and demand planners
Ensure master data is maintained accordingly through collaboration with Markets/Customers and manufacturing/principal sites
Support New Product Introductions as required
Evaluate, mitigate and communicate any inventory or supply risks that may impact a market/customer including: preparation of stock overviews, heat maps, inventory shortages, obsolescence, artwork changes etc.
Ensure effective risk management processes are executed and communicated to all key stakeholders (SCPLs, GSC ExM, etc.) in agreed timeframes in alignment with BMS policies and procedures
Collaborate with supply sites and ExM Supply Chain to ensure demand changes are incorporated into site production plans as quickly and efficiently as possible and communicate with our markets/customers on any potential supply risks
Implement regulatory/artwork changes into market/customer supply in partnership with GRS and key market stakeholders with a goal of minimizing obsolescence and supply risk
Support the discontinuation of BMS products in liaison with internal supply sites, External Manufacturing, Regulatory, Business Units leads, Brand Leaders and key customer/market stakeholders
Prepare stock overview for market to indicate shortages, excess inventory, artwork changes and provide input on quarterly inventory projections and budgeting to highlight how forecast trends are driving projection
Ensure key supply chain performance metrics for customers/markets in scope are achieved, providing analysis and commentary (Backorders, Anticipated Backorders, Monthly Inventory Report, PO Compliance, and Potential Write-off) according to agreed timing as per BMS policies
Navigate a regional and culturally diverse organization; leverage relationships, processes, systems and data to drive value, customer service, and financial effectiveness
Influence and make decisions on market supply through fact-based analysis and understanding of product and process characteristics and network constraints; add value to the quality and effectiveness of the global supply chain network
Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills Required:
Bachelor's Degree preferably in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or Life Sciences or equivalent years of experience
Advanced degree, diploma or certification in Supply Chain Management (e.g., APICS CIPM/CSCP certification) strongly preferred
6+ years of related experience at a global pharmaceutical, consumer product, or related company
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, EHS) strongly preferred
Experience in working internationally in a fast-paced, highly matrixed, global pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or consumer company strongly preferred
Expert knowledge of ERP, ideally SAP and SAP BW reporting, and related supply chain planning and data analysis tools
Excellent analytical, organizational, prioritization, multi-tasking, critical thinking and problem solving skills
Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills
Demonstrated cultural sensitivity and an understanding of the global practices where business is conducted
Business Acumen: Demonstrated strong understanding of the key business drivers of the industry/organization and an ability to persuade others with fact-based business assessments
Strategic Development: Demonstrated ability to make decisions that consider numerous factors (e.g., quality, cost, risk, short-term v. long-term impact, etc.), set a clear direction in an ambiguous, dynamic work environment, and constructively challenge the conventional wisdom or accepted ways of working
Achieving Results: Demonstrated ability to maintain high standards of performance for himself/herself and others, and follows through on commitments. Demonstrates integrity, and sticks to core values and principles. Takes the long view, and when faced with challenging obstacles, persists over a significant period of time to achieve his/her agenda. Conveys a sense of urgency, and drives issues to closure. Makes timely decisions when a quick response is required and a number of possible alternatives are available.
Building Relationships and Using Influence: Demonstrated ability to establish credibility and respect and effectively negotiate to achieve win-win outcomes with a diverse set of internal and external stakeholders
Why You Should Apply
You will help patients in their fight against serious diseases
You will be part of a company that encourages excellence and innovation, respects diversity, develops leaders and values its employees.
You'll get a competitive salary and a great benefits package including, but not only, an annual bonus, pension contribution, family health insurance, 27 days annual leave, access to BMS Cruiserath on-site gym and life assurance.
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Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing Careers
With a single vision as inspiring as Transforming patients' lives through science™ , every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in an inclusive culture, promoting diversity in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.
On-site Protocol
BMS has a diverse occupancy structure that determines where an employee is required to conduct their work. This structure includes site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design jobs. The occupancy type that you are assigned is determined by the nature and responsibilities of your role:
Site-essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility. Site-by-design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. For these roles, onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive Company culture. For field-based and remote-by-design roles the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function.
BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request a reasonable workplace accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your inquiries to adastaffingsupport@bms.com . Visit careers.bms.com/ eeo -accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.
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Company: Bristol-Myers Squibb
Req Number: R1582881
Updated: 2024-07-08 04:15:23.186 UTC
Location: EXMFG-Dublin
Bristol Myers Squibb is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, gender expression, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law.