The Opportunity

If you're a supply chain professional with deep experience in global manufacturing and a talent for building strong relationships across complex organisations, this is your opportunity to make a real difference at a global biopharmaceutical leader.

As Senior Manager, Supply Chain Lead VPT, you'll serve as the critical conduit between our Contract Manufacturing Organisations (CMOs) and BMS's wider Global Supply Chain teams. Reporting to the Director, Supply Chain, you'll be accountable for ensuring the effective flow of supply chain information, driving performance improvements, and safeguarding continuity of supply - all in service of getting life-changing therapies to patients on time.

This is a high-visibility role that sits at the intersection of operational excellence, stakeholder management, and strategic supply chain leadership.

What You'll Do

• Maintain and develop strong relationships with supply chain counterparts at CMOs and internal BMS stakeholders to facilitate continuous performance improvement
• Serve as the point of escalation for supply chain functions including Supply Planning Units, ExM Logistics, ExM Operations, and Inventory Control teams
• Participate in Virtual Plant Team meetings, CMO face-to-face meetings, and lead supply chain related meetings with CMOs as required
• Prepare and present supply chain topics at CMO business reviews, representing BMS Supply Chain at the relevant forums
• Own CMO supply chain metrics - reporting performance, generating action items, and driving resolution of any issues below target
• Review CMO forecasts for significant changes and communicate these effectively to the VPT and CMO
• Determine supply priorities through interaction with wider ExM and Global Supply Chain teams and communicate these to the CMO
• Understand and aid in the resolution of supplier capacity constraints in the short, medium, and long term
• Proactively mitigate back orders and anticipated back orders, ensuring continuity of supply from the CMO
• Communicate and coordinate the impact of supply delays, quality events, line shutdowns, and projects on supply to customers, engaging with other supply chain functions as necessary
• Execute scenario planning and engage with Supply Planning Units to support scenario analysis
• Identify and drive supply chain improvement projects with CMO and ExM teams
• Contribute to the ExM S&OP process and SPU planning cycle as required
• Ensure BMS supply chain requirements are represented in contracts with relevant CMOs and provide input into contract amendments and updates
• Support new SKU introductions for finished goods to meet market requirements

What You'll Bring

Education & Qualifications

• APICS or related qualification
• Project Management qualification or experience - desirable

Experience & Skills

• 5+ years of supply chain experience in a global manufacturing and supply environment, preferably in a similar role
• Knowledge of ERP systems, ideally SAP and SAP BW reporting, and related data analysis tools
• Detailed knowledge of Contract Manufacturing supply chain operations
• Understanding of supply chain and regulatory operations in a cGMP environment
• Understanding of pharmaceutical artwork management processes and knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry
• An understanding of regulatory requirements and management of regulatory constraints
• Strong leadership skills with excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
• Ability to prioritise, organise, and manage multiple tasks to tight deadlines
• Experience translating business challenges into digital or AI solutions — desirable

Why BMS?

At BMS, we don't just offer a job — we offer a purpose. You'll join a company that:

• Operates in more than 40 countries with a truly global footprint
• Delivers transformative therapies for oncology, immunology, hematology, cardiovascular disease, and beyond
• Is consistently recognised as a top employer for diversity, inclusion, and employee wellbeing
• Invests in your growth — with access to world-class development resources and a culture of innovation
• Puts patients first — in every decision, at every level

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 of annual leave, access to BMS Cruiserath on-site gym and life assurance.

We believe that the diverse experiences, perspectives, and expertise of our people are our greatest strength. Here, you can be bold, be yourself, and do your best work.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're ready to bring your supply chain expertise to a company where the stakes truly matter, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and take the next step in a career defined by meaningful impact.

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