Own the business relationship with one or more contract development and manufacturing organizations (CDMOs) and/or direct material suppliers
Management of supplier performance (monthly/annually)
Serve as the primary point of contact for business discussions, long-range supply and capacity planning, and business development
Lead annual business review meetings (BRMs) with assigned CDMO’s as needed
Lead the assessment and mitigation of supplier risks through regular supplier risk management processes
Negotiate Confidentiality Agreements, Master Services Agreements and Work Orders
Identify and manage strategic suppliers of Commercial Packaging in alignment with network supply chain strategies
Support make vs. buy analysis
Lead and participate in Operational Excellence projects
Develop budgets and accurately report accruals to Finance if/as needed

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree and Ten Years’ Experience OR Masters' Degree and Eight Years’ Experience OR PhD and Two Years’ Experience
10+ years of experience in a pharmaceutical/biotech organization or relevant manufacturing environment
Prior experience leading outsourced development and manufacturing service providers and/or direct material suppliers
Strong computer skills and experience with an ERP system and project management software
Understanding of activities related to the CMC development of biopharmaceuticals
Advanced knowledge of GMPs and associated regulations (21CFR parts 11, 210, 211, 820)
Ability to lead cross functional teams
Strong people management skills
Experience negotiating complex agreements
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to manage multiple programs/projects; sound organizational and time management skills
Ability to develop concise presentations to convey complex issues to senior management
Ability to work under uncertainty and to resolve conflict in a constructive manner
Ability to solve highly complex problems through ingenuity and collaboration with subject matter experts and other key stakeholders
Project management experience and/or certification are a plus

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Discretionary annual bonus
Discretionary stock-based long-term incentives
GFlex program allowing remote work up to 2 days per week

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard skills

supplier performance managementrisk managementmake vs. buy analysisoperational excellenceproject managementGMP knowledgeCMC developmentnegotiation of agreementsbudget developmentaccrual reporting

Soft skills

leadershippeople managementcommunicationorganizational skillstime managementpresentation skillsproblem-solvingcollaborationconflict resolutionability to work under uncertainty

Certifications

project management certification