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At Bristol Myers Squibb we are reimagining the future of cell therapy. With our bold ambition, backed by a best-in-the-industry team and long-term commitment, we are leading the way to unlock the full promise of cell therapy as we strive to put more patients on the path to a cure. If you are ready to challenge yourself, accelerate your career, and give new hope to patients, there’s no better place than here at BMS with our Cell Therapy team.

The Senior Manager, Cryo Operations & Inventory Management located at the Summit, NJ site is responsible for processes associated with inventory, disposal, and planning for short/long term storage of cryogenically frozen Sample vials, Patient Materials (Apheresis Material Receipt and Drug Product (DP) Packout to patients) within CAR T clinical and commercial operations in a cGMP multi-cleanroom suite. 

This position plays a critical role in the CAR T production processes ensuring appropriate controls, complete traceability, and efficient operations.

The Sr Manager interfaces with other functions of MSS such as APH receipt and DP Packout across several production areas and multiple shifts (future 12hr/7d Operation). The position assures individual and group compliance with all FDA, DEA, DOT, ISBT, CTPAT, OSHA, VAWD, cGMPs and applicable policies, regulations and certifications including training, documentation, standard operating procedures, and corporate policies while maintaining a culture of safety, compliance, innovation, and Continuous Improvement.

Shifts Available:

Monday – Friday, Standard Working Hours

Responsibilities:

Ensure compliant and efficient completion of production tasks for Cell Therapy products to support product Value Stream outputs according to Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP’s) following the current, approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Work Instructions (WIs).Take personal responsibility to work safely and drive accountability and process for team members to do the same. Perform regular safety Gemba walks, identify the hazards associated with team’s work and demonstrate safe behavior when operating and maintaining equipment to prevent injuries or incidents.Accountable for the process documentation produced for inventory mgmt as well required business records. Execute/perform LIMS, MRP or Electronic Batch Record review for inventory management documentation following ALCOA+ principles.Understand Cell Therapy production steps linkage to inventory principles and impact of practices on accuracy.  Maintain hands-on expert knowledge of each Unit Operation, role model good execution and behaviors for team members and if necessary, able to backfill execution resources to meet the production schedule.     Responsible for providing the Supply Chain teams and site leadership with information (daily, weekly, monthly and annually) on the availability of storage resources and task execution/progression for the required strategic levers.Actively adjust activities as necessary to align with site and or functional priorities, measure and assess the performance/completion of the inventory mgmt tasks and goals. Reports out performance metrics and goal progress daily, weekly, monthly in functional and site Tier meetings and the site metric control plans.Drive completion, adherence to training requirements and assess appropriate level of training for self and team members on relevant topics, completes their training plan on time and ensures proficiency and qualification to perform the production tasks.Build a high performing team of Managers and Operators by helping to recruit exceptional people, conducts interviews/reviews candidate suitability, and provides meaningful feedback to current and future employees/leadership, Talent Acquisition and HR partners.  Build a culture of ethics, decision making and accountability.Responsible for creating/managing Workday profiles for all new hired staff and administering the performance review process, differentiating performance, giving recognition when deserved and continuous feedback to improve performance and ensure behavior not aligned with the BMS values.Conduct regular 1:1 meetings/skip levels with team members, peers and mgmt team to mentor, develop/motivate individuals, and enable team members with their professional development.Lead troubleshooting activities for the team and provide ownership of Deviations occurring in area, capture the relevant background and potential causal factor information in a timely fashion. Author clear, concise and factually complete description of events that led to the deviation and enter the deviation record information in the system. Report out deviation progress, helps maintain proper deviation metrics, identify repeat causes of deviations and closes out all deviations on time.Build trust and productive relationships with peers and stakeholders while driving collaboration across the company and external partnersDefine strategic projects, change controls and CAPAs as required to restore area performance and ensure optimal compliance levels. Identify strategic and operational issues both internally and externally, develop proposals, outline solutions, and provide time commitments and resources to resolve.  Act as a change agent in a fast-paced environment to promote flexibility, creativity, and accountability.Effectively control expenses within their influence (OT, Supplies, T&E).Lead by example, role model leadership behaviors and drives their team to adhere to the BMS values of Inclusion, Accountability, Innovation, Urgency and Passion.

Knowledge & Skills:

Advanced knowledge of cGMP/GDP/Pharmaceutical regulations and applicationsAdvanced knowledge of cryopreservation, material handling and logistics including best industry practices, application of principles, concepts, practices, standards, validation, and qualificationStrong knowledge of inventory management principles and best practicesStrong knowledge and application of OSHA, DEA, USP and other applicable WH regulationsProficiency in ERP systems / LIMS Applications and analytics toolsProficiency in system and application use for business operationsProficiency in MS Office applicationsProficiency in analytical, problem-solving, critical thinking skills and strong situational decision makingProficient organizational and time management skillsStrong written and verbal communication skillsIntermediate presentation development and delivery skillsAbility to adapt to changing business conditions while maintaining appropriate level of controls and compliance with regulatory requirementsAbility to travel 10% of timePersonal responsibility to work safely and ensure colleagues do the sameChampion for continuous improvement activitiesDevelop a deep ownership and understanding of one’s work areaEstablish performance measures and targets to drive improvementsParticipate in reviews of performance, generate improvement ideas and take actionUse visual management so no problem is hiddenLead daily Tier 1/Tier 3 meetings as neededBuild a culture of finding root causes and actions to prevent reoccurrenceIncrease right-first-time performance by adhering to GMP documents and procedures, proactively prevent deviations, identify root causes, and take preventative actions Become a high performing organization through a commitment to learning and improvementLearn from successes and failures and share knowledge across the VS teamsBecome the expert of your area and capture knowledge so all team members can benefitUsing Lean principles to remove non-value-added activities to improve operational efficiencyApply Lean tools to reduce waste and remove variability in processesUse actual results to identify waste, reduce variation and improve productivityMaintain balanced and unbiased functional relationships, champion a culture of exceptional teamwork and communication across the organizationIdentify and mitigate risks in production operations that could negatively impact delivery of safe and effective therapies to patients

Basic Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering, life sciences, information systems, business management or related fields5+ years relevant work experience, preferably in a regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment5+ years’ experience in manufacturing, and supply chain areas3+ years direct supervisor / personal management experienceUnderstanding of cell culture, cryopreservation, purification, and aseptic processing or lab techniqueAn equivalent combination of education, experience and training may substitute

Working Conditions:

Intermittent walking and sitting to perform job functions; however, ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time may be necessaryPhysical dexterity to effectively use computers and documentationVision and hearing capability to work in job environmentLift maximum of 25 poundsAbility to work around laboratories and controlled, enclosed, restricted areasWear required cleanroom garments and personal protective equipment in designated areas including cryo aprons, cryo gloves and face shieldsMakeup, gum, nail polish, or other potential microbial sources are prohibited in restricted areasExposure to reagents, chemicals, exposure to sanitization agents are expected, and potential exposure to human blood componentsAreas may prohibit food, any outside materials, cell phones, and tablets

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