Manufacturing Material Planning Specialist at Bristol-Myers Squibb

Boudry, Neuchatel, Switzerland

Bristol-Myers Squibb Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Pharmaceuticals, Manufacturing, BiotechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • At least 3 years’ experience in the field of supply chain planning, especially on purchasing and procurement
  • Experience in an industrial international environment, knowledge of the pharmaceutical environment and GMP-experience
  • Capability to work in a changing environment and beyond pre-defined processes and to actively contribute to defining new structures
  • Foster close working relationship, collaboration and teamwork with associated departments
  • Conscientious, reliable in action follow-up, eager to challenge status quo
  • Strong ability to handle multiple tasks and to adapt to change
  • Be proactive (with an eye for anticipation and continuous improvement) and team oriented
  • Good communication, problem-solving and decision-making skills
  • Extensive experience with SAP planning software, excellent IT proficiency: MS Office, Excel, SharePoint
  • Fluency both in French and English

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the weekly PO cycle by monitoring acknowledgments to ensure timely confirmation and processing
  • Manage annual PO activities related to transportation and ink procurement
  • Oversee the PO lifecycle from issuance through to Accounts Payable, including QA release coordination
  • Help maintain optimal inventory levels aligned with coverage strategies
  • Monitor and initiate destruction processes for materials impacted by labeling changes, minimum picking quantities (MPQ), retest requirements, and expiration dates
  • Consolidate quarterly forecasts for direct material suppliers
  • Assist in calculating and reporting monthly KPIs related to material planning
  • Maintain vendor master data for buy items linked to BOMs in SAP, including price and source list updates
  • Review and validate tickets for item creation, adjustment, or obsolescence
  • Track new item creation and resolve SAP discrepancies, ensuring issues are followed through to resolution
  • Ensure all relevant documentation (e.g., Work Instructions, SOPs) is properly maintained and archived in accordance with compliance standards

Skills

GMP
Supply Chain
Purchase Order Management
Inventory Management
Forecasting
Logistics
PO Lifecycle
KPI
Process Improvements

Bristol-Myers Squibb

Develops and delivers biopharmaceutical medicines

About Bristol-Myers Squibb

Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS) develops and delivers medicines aimed at treating serious diseases, focusing on areas like cancer, autoimmune diseases, and heart conditions. The company conducts extensive research and development to create new drugs, which are sold after receiving regulatory approval. BMS also produces generic drugs, offering affordable alternatives that meet the same quality standards as their branded counterparts. What sets BMS apart from competitors is its dual focus on both innovative and generic medicines, enhancing access to healthcare. The company's goal is to improve patient outcomes while maintaining a commitment to sustainability and corporate responsibility.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
1887Year Founded
$33,706.1MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Flexible Work Hours
Hybrid Work Options
Professional Development Budget

Risks

Increased competition in oncology from emerging biotech firms like ArsenalBio.
BMS's lawsuit over the 340B Drug Pricing Program may lead to regulatory challenges.
Rapid AI and digital tech evolution may pose integration challenges for BMS.

Differentiation

BMS focuses on innovative cancer treatments through collaborations like ArsenalBio for T cell therapies.
The company emphasizes digital health technologies, enhancing clinical trial management and patient engagement.
BMS offers both innovative and generic medicines, increasing affordable healthcare solutions.

Upsides

BMS's partnership with Medidata enhances clinical research processes and patient outcomes.
The collaboration with AI Proteins advances novel miniprotein-based therapeutics, expanding therapeutic modalities.
BMS's global license agreement with BioArctic expands its portfolio in neurodegenerative diseases.

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