Senior Manager, Cell Therapy Manufacturing in Devens, MA

Senior Manager, Cell Therapy Manufacturing (Devens, MA) Supports the clinical and commercial operations of the facility. Manages commercial and clinical manufacturing teams and oversees 24/7 cell therapy manufacturing unit operations—media preparation, cell selection, cell processing, and product fill—in compliance with Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP). Responsibilities Serves as manufacturing functional area owner and leads commercial and clinical manufacturing teams and areas. Hiring, mentoring, and developing exceptional people; conducting performance reviews and identifying opportunities for career growth. Championing a culture of exceptional teamwork and communication across the organization. Ensuring appropriate training for CAR‑T GMP manufacturing in a multi‑product facility. Building effective cross‑functional relationships with Quality, Supply Chain, MS&T, EHS, and F&E. Ensuring a culture that embraces safety in the work environment and compliance with company procedures, policies, and cGMP requirements. Planning and executing commercial and clinical operations for a licensed CAR‑T product in the Devens CTF Manufacturing Plant—including establishing department goals, tracking and reporting KPIs, and driving continuous improvement through lean manufacturing initiatives. Authoring, reviewing, and approving documents such as SOPs, batch records, material specifications, training materials, and validation protocols/reports. Coordinating project goals, strategy, and timelines with manufacturing management. Implementing and operating manufacturing systems that are technically sound, promote effective and efficient operations, and comply with cGMP requirements. Ensuring schedules of people, facility, equipment, materials, and documents support expected capacity for multiple CAR‑T products. Identifying and mitigating risks in manufacturing operations that could negatively impact delivery of safe and effective therapies. Championing inspection readiness efforts and Right‑First‑Time manufacturing initiatives. Establishing team policies, organizational structure, shift structure, and career ladders for associates, team leaders, supervisors, and managers. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a relevant science or engineering discipline, or equivalent work experience. 8+ years of relevant experience within pharmaceutical or a similarly regulated industry. 6+ years supervising staff in a management role. Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles. Comfort working in the vicinity of strong magnets. Ability to wear necessary cleanroom garments and PPE in designated areas. Compensation Overview Devens, MA: $131,750 – $159,650 annually. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities may be available. Benefits Health coverage: medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision. Well‑being support: BMS Well‑Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, Employee Assistance Programs. Financial protection: 401(k), disability, life insurance, supplemental health insurance, travel protection, liability protection, identity theft benefit, legal support, survivor support. Paid time off, flexible time off, and holiday schedule (11 paid national holidays, additional optional holidays). Global shutdown (Christmas to New Year’s Day) for all full‑time employees. Equal Opportunity Employment BMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Bristol-Myers Squibb