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Bristol-Myers Squibb

Specialist, Network Raw Materials Buyer

Bristol-Myers Squibb, Summit, New Jersey, us, 07902


Specialist, Network Raw Materials Buyer

Location : Summit, NJWorking with UsChallenging. 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.Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives.Position SummaryBristol Myers Squibb is seeking a dynamic individual to join a motivated team of materials management and supply chain professionals. This individual is expected to efficiently manage materials buying activities for the cell therapy network, including purchase order confirmation/placement, maintenance of promised delivery times, collaborating with procurement to update purchase order pricing, resolving invoice discrepancies to ensure on-time payment to suppliers, and collaboration with internal and external partners. Leveraging the cell therapy network, this position will utilize existing innovations and future technologies to support supply demand.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide expert knowledge on materials management strategies, develop purchase order strategies, monitor POs and invoices, maintain supplier relationships, and ensure on-time delivery of inventory to support the cell therapy network.Develop and improve inventory models for raw materials, components, and reagents, ensuring that production demands are continuously met through periods of high growth and expansion.Independently lead programs and process robustness in materials buying standard work measurements, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance site processes, procedures, and tools.Manage all inventory activities and analysis, including inventory control, warehouse storage capacity assessments, and final product availability. Develop and define performance metrics for all raw material and final product inventory and identify cost savings opportunities.Reinforce standard work measurement for all internal inventory activities and across the team. Demonstrate a continuous improvement mindset that enables the supply chain for rapid scale growth with high-value and high-volume raw materials in a regulated environment.Drive mitigation strategy of any material shortages by demonstrating diligence and urgency in managing material commitments consistent with financial implications and reasonable business dynamics.Lead local and global material life cycle procedures by ensuring material availability and master data accuracy.Work cohesively with cross-functional teams in support of operational efficiency, flexibility, and assurance of purchase order placement and material availability.Perform other tasks as assigned.Qualifications & ExperienceBachelor’s degree required.Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience with materials management and/or supply chain within cGMP operations.Proficiency in ERP systems (I.e., Oracle, SAP, QAD).Knowledge of federal regulations for Quality Systems (21CFR820) and GMP manufacturing (21CFR 210,211).Strong organizational and time management skills.Ability to work well in a team environment with a positive attitude.Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong attention to detail.Ability to perform frequent physical tasks with strength and mobility.Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.Independent and self-starting.Eager and adaptable.Flexible scheduling required.Any equivalency combination of education, experience, and training may substitute.

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