Senior Manager, Network Supply Planner

Working with Us Challenging. 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. Take your career farther than you thought possible. Senior Manager, Network Supply Planner The Senior Manager, Network Supply Planner will lead the development & agreement of a feasible supply plan for Finished Goods (FG), Drug Product (DP) and Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API) in the tactical planning horizon (typically 3 years), in close alignment with execution planning and the internal/external manufacturing network. Tactical implementation of Brand Supply Chain strategies and planning assumptions within the supply planning process, ensuring seamless supply for patients. Development of what‑if supply scenarios and develop recommendations in response to actual or anticipated changes in demand or supply. Ownership of the product structure process to ensure demand propagation through the E2E network in BMS planning and execution systems Rapid Response / SAP. Global scope with key interface to Pod Leads, execution planners, External Manufacturing, and other SC partners across GPS (Global Product Supply). Duties / Responsibilities Drive the monthly FG/DP/API network planning process for assigned brands, aligned with agreed metrics including inventory months of cover, plan vs budget & previous plan, and manage and communicate deviations. Review global analytics of assigned portfolio, including product trends, demand evolution, inventory projections (heatmaps), supply performance and risks. Understand site capacities, capabilities, and supply risks. Issue and bottleneck coordination as appropriate. Work closely with BMS sites and External Manufacturing group to ensure alignment of site manufacturing plans and CMO forecasts according to contract. Strong accountability to lead cross‑functional sub teams to align plans, scenarios, and drive solutions for specified business deliverables/events/situations. Proactively identify risks and opportunities. Provide input to the Global Supply Review process to incorporate major supply risks, drive escalation of risks and manage active communication and action focus. Develop and maintain consistent planning information via the product structure template, aligned with Brand and sourcing strategy. Drive the change process and flavor management as required. Supply planning master data governance and systems management to ensure accurate demand propagation and supply plan. Collaborate with other global partners including Long Range Planning, Business Continuity Management, Product Strategy, Quality Management, Network Strategy & Business Operations. Actively participate and support New Product introduction to ensure that supply network plans are optimally aligned and that supply plans are executed in support of the established timelines. Identify continuous improvement approach for supply planning tools and planning process; support systems planning enhancements and capability projects (SAP / Kinaxis Rapid Response). Digital acumen, analytics, and learning; leverage visualization and data contextualization tools including BI platforms (e.g., Tableau, Power BI), integrated APS capabilities, and BMS platforms to monitor KPIs, perform root cause analysis, review best action analysis and provide data‑driven decision support. Contribute to process improvements through digitization and automation of planning workflows, supporting improved speed and accuracy. Execute task‑level work using available tools (e.g. WMS, SAP, Tableau, Riverlogic, Kinaxis), follow SOPs, fulfill orders, and maintain high level of performance across data and planning accuracy. Demonstrate curiosity and adaptability in learning new digital tools and platforms (e.g., SAP, Kinaxis, forecasting systems), quickly integrating them into daily operations. Strong planning and financial acumen with understanding of ERP transaction codes, planning/operational software, physical and transactional flows, etc. Familiarity with AI and ML systems features including performance & expectation management, optimization, etc. Actively upskill on emerging digital technologies and analytics techniques, showing agility in adopting tools and machine learning in planning use cases. Qualifications & Experience Undergraduate Degree preferably in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or Life Sciences; advanced degree, diploma or certification in Supply Chain Management (e.g., APICS CIPM / CSCP) strongly preferred. 5 to 7 years of supply chain experience for a reputed, global or multi‑plant pharmaceutical or consumer product company. Experience with ERP and advanced planning systems (preferably SAP ECC and Kinaxis Rapid Response). Experience with site capacity planning and/or global product supply planning and knowledge of biotech, pharmaceutical sales & operations planning processes. Experience in developing and implementing world‑class, global supply chain planning processes and managing them through deployment of global advanced planning and scheduling systems. Good understanding and exposure to current GMP, FDA and other regulatory requirements (EMA, TGA). Experience working internationally in a fast‑paced, reputed, global pharmaceutical / biotechnology or consumer company organized in a matrix structure. Demonstrated capability in implementing challenging goals, objectives and practices in a complex and ambiguous environment. Strong ability in negotiating and influencing without authority in complex, high‑impact situations. Demonstrated proficiency in a rapidly changing cross‑cultural environment. Strong presentation and communication skills both oral and written. Strong analytical thinking, problem solving and rapid decision‑making skills. Business Acumen Has a strong understanding of the key business drivers of the industry/organization. Persuades others with fact‑based judgments of the business situation. Executing For Results Maintains high standards of performance for himself/herself and others and follows through on commitments. Demonstrates integrity and sticks to core values and principles. Takes the long view, and when faced with challenging obstacles, persists over a significant period of time to achieve his/her agenda. Conveys a sense of urgency and drives issues to closure; makes timely decisions when a quick response is required, and a number of possible alternatives are available. Building Relationships And Using Influence Establishes credibility and earns respect with a diverse set of internal and external stakeholders including senior executives, manufacturing and other functional leaders, regulatory professionals, contractors and other partners. Is highly articulate and makes arguments in a clear and compelling manner. Can “get things done” without compromising principles. Has excellent negotiating skills and achieves win‑win outcomes in difficult situations. Compensation Overview New Brunswick – NJ – US: $115,290 – $139,709. The starting compensation range for this role is listed above for a full‑time employee (FTE) basis. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility) may be available. Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience. Benefits Health coverage: Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care. Wellbeing support: programs such as BMS Well‑Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP). Financial well‑being and protection: 401(k) plan, short‑ and long‑term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, personal liability protection, identity theft benefit, legal support, and survivor support. Work‑life Benefits Include US exempt employees: flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval, 11 paid national holidays (not applicable to employees in Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico or Rayzebio employees). Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico and Rayzebio exempt, non‑exempt, hourly employees: 160 hours annual paid vacation for new hires with manager approval, 11 national holidays, and 3 optional holidays. On‑site Protocol BMS has an occupancy structure that determines where an employee is required to conduct their work. This structure includes site‑essential, site‑by‑design, field‑based and remote‑by‑design jobs. The occupancy type that you are assigned is determined by the nature and responsibilities of your role. Site‑essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility. Site‑by‑design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. Field‑based and remote‑by‑design roles the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function. 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