Senior Manager, External Manufacturing – Development Services

BlueRock Therapeutics

Senior Manager managing operational relationships with external manufacturing partners at BlueRock Therapeutics. Overseeing performance, budget, and collaboration with various stakeholders.

Posted 6/25/2026full-timeCambridge • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $145,000 - $171,500 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPOracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the relationship with assigned ExP(s) and act as key point of contact for BlueRock.
Responsible for overall ExP performance and project execution including budget and timeline adherence.
Responsible for leading and actioning issue resolution to a mutually beneficial outcome.
Own annual forecasting, planning, and resource allocation with ExPs in collaboration with BlueRock functional groups.
Lead cross-functional operational meetings with assigned ExP(s) to drive improvements in ExP collaboration, quality, and performance.
Act as escalation contact for performance remediation.
Negotiate and manage ExP related contracts (MSA, SOWs, QAAs).
Own risk management and continuous improvement activities within ExP network in collaboration with BlueRock QA and operational teams.
Work closely with BlueRock workstream leads to identify ExP-specific constraints and negotiate resource allocation with ExPs to reduce risk.
Own marketplace evaluation efforts (RFI, RFP) to ensure BlueRock’s ExP network is either aligned or leading industry standards for performance and efficiency.
Maintain strong network awareness in all 3 categories (analytical QC, contract manufacturing, device development) to enable pivots when necessary and build network robustness.
Process purchase requisitions, review open purchase orders, and follow up on status of placed orders as required.
Support the Annual Budget process for all categories by aligning functional needs with ExP pricing and timing.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in business, scientific discipline or related field and 13+ years of experience in similar role where candidate was responsible for managing third-party relationships and operating in a matrixed environment OR a Master’s degree and 11+ years
Highly functional in a fast-paced dynamic company with ability to prioritize issues under differing pressures and shifting timelines
Demonstrated ability to be highly organized and proactive
Demonstrated ability to view change or problems as an opportunity to learn and grow; adjusts easily to change
Works well with others on both an individual level and in team environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to clearly communicate complex challenges and solutions internally and externally
Experience with GxP guidelines/documentation and general GMP experience
Experience in working with electronic systems such as ERP, Smartsheet, Oracle, Coupa, Microsoft Office Programs
Ability to analyze and resolve abstract problems independently

Benefits

Comp & perks

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Science BlueRock Therapeutics is a clinical stage cell therapy company dedicated to transforming the treatment of degenerative diseases by developing innovative cell therapy solutions. With a focus on neurology and ophthalmology, BlueRock aims to replace damaged or lost cells to create next-generation medicines with lasting impact. The company is currently working on investigational therapies such as bemdaneprocel for Parkinson’s disease and OpCT-001 for primary photoreceptor diseases, with several clinical trials underway. Senior Manager, External Manufacturing – Development Services Job not on LinkedIn 🔥 2 hours ago 🏢🏡 Cambridge – Hybrid 💵 $145k - $171.5k / year ⏰ Full Time 🟠 Senior 👔 Manager 🦅 H1B Visa Sponsor Apply Now Find Hiring Managers Customize resume + cover letter Report problem ☆ Save ☑️ Mark as applied ❌ Hide 📋 Description
Own the relationship with assigned ExP(s) and act as key point of contact for BlueRock.
Responsible for overall ExP performance and project execution including budget and timeline adherence.
Responsible for leading and actioning issue resolution to a mutually beneficial outcome.
Own annual forecasting, planning, and resource allocation with ExPs in collaboration with BlueRock functional groups.
Lead cross-functional operational meetings with assigned ExP(s) to drive improvements in ExP collaboration, quality, and performance.
Act as escalation contact for performance remediation.
Negotiate and manage ExP related contracts (MSA, SOWs, QAAs).
Own risk management and continuous improvement activities within ExP network in collaboration with BlueRock QA and operational teams.
Work closely with BlueRock workstream leads to identify ExP-specific constraints and negotiate resource allocation with ExPs to reduce risk.
Own marketplace evaluation efforts (RFI, RFP) to ensure BlueRock’s ExP network is either aligned or leading industry standards for performance and efficiency.
Maintain strong network awareness in all 3 categories (analytical QC, contract manufacturing, device development) to enable pivots when necessary and build network robustness.
Process purchase requisitions, review open purchase orders, and follow up on status of placed orders as required.
Support the Annual Budget process for all categories by aligning functional needs with ExP pricing and timing. 🎯 Requirements
Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in business, scientific discipline or related field and 13+ years of experience in similar role where candidate was responsible for managing third-party relationships and operating in a matrixed environment OR a Master’s degree and 11+ years
Highly functional in a fast-paced dynamic company with ability to prioritize issues under differing pressures and shifting timelines
Demonstrated ability to be highly organized and proactive
Demonstrated ability to view change or problems as an opportunity to learn and grow; adjusts easily to change
Works well with others on both an individual level and in team environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to clearly communicate complex challenges and solutions internally and externally
Experience with GxP guidelines/documentation and general GMP experience
Experience in working with electronic systems such as ERP, Smartsheet, Oracle, Coupa, Microsoft Office Programs
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Hard Skills & Tools

budget managementresource allocationrisk managementcontract negotiationperformance remediationproject executionforecastingcontinuous improvementanalytical QCGMP experience

Soft Skills

organizational skillsproactiveadaptabilityteam collaborationcommunication skillsproblem-solvingprioritizationrelationship managementissue resolutionleadership