Senior Manager Supply Chain

Title: Senior Manager Supply Chain Location: Marlborough MA 01752 - Remote Duration: 12 months Duties: - This is a Remote role. Biotech or Pharma experience highly preferred as well as: - Commercial supply chain planning - ERP systems and planning tools - Supplier (CMO) management - S&OP process - Responsible for all aspects of supply management inclusive of planning, sourcing, logistics and supplier relations in support of commercial and late stage clinical products - Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts for pharmaceutical products, incorporating market trends, promotional activities, and regulatory considerations - Maintain market intelligence related to areas of responsibility and maintain streamlined and well-understood business processes and systems - Collaborate with commercial, marketing, and finance teams to integrate new product launches and lifecycle management into forecasts - Monitor forecast accuracy and implement continuous improvement initiatives using advanced analytics - Implement data analytics allowing for robust decision making and inputs into various governance forums - Create and execute supply plans aligned with demand forecasts, production capacity, and inventory targets - Identify and mitigate supply risks, including capacity constraints, supplier compliance issues, and regulatory delays - Oversee management of suppliers including contract manufacturing as a Strategic Business Relationship Manager; ensure activities are performed per approved supply agreements - Oversee financial commitments (work orders, purchase orders, etc.) and legal contracts (Manufacturing Service Agreements, etc.) pursuant to company's delegation of authority matrix - Oversee strategic face-to-face and virtual business meetings with contract manufacturing partners - Lead cross-functional teams in the management of critical suppliers - Engage with Supply Chain key inputs and actions in order to evolve and execute on Product Strategies - Process ownership and data based risk decisions - Escalation to management in an articulate and fact based manner - Lead/Support multiple initiatives related to supply chain management, with focus on systems and processes that support Supply Chain organization (planning software, ERP utilization, product strategy, Logistics, etc.) - Work closely with R&D (Clinical Operations, Clinical Development, Regulatory Affairs), CMC, Commercial and Quality with focus on supporting commercialization of clinical product candidates - Support the Sales & Operations Planning process to ensure coordinated efforts among groups participating in the S&OP process - Prepare and actively contribute in Supply Chain Governance forums - Pursue/develop cost efficient supply chain systems and processes - Support the evaluation of potential suppliers and make appropriate recommendations to management - Support global business initiatives for supply chain as required - Lead internal efforts to implement best practices throughout the supply and distribution organization - Ensure activities and operations are performed compliantly and within budget Skills: - Significant experience in supply chain and distribution management in pharmaceutical or other FDA regulated environment - Proficient in ERP software, specializing in end-to-end Planning, Purchasing, and Inventory Management processes - Deep understanding of regulatory and technical influences and ability to assess business and financial implications of decisions - Strong ability to interact with suppliers, internal customers and upper management in a professional manner - Data-driven decision-making and problem-solving - Strong oral and written communicator; detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy - Strong knowledge of GMP manufacturing, quality assurance, regulatory affairs, budget planning, financial and commercial operations for biological and small molecule pharmaceuticals - Demonstrated ability to lead process improvement activities; delivering business processes and/or technical solutions that satisfy multiple sets of stakeholders - Knowledge of and interest in supply chain optimization and simulation - High degree of organizational awareness, ability to connect the dots to understand all the interdependence and big picture Education: - Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field required - Minimum 8 – 12 years (w/o Masters) or 6 – 8 years (with Master's) of relevant supply chain planning / management experience in biotech or pharmaceutical industry - Minimum 3-5 years proficiency in ERP systems, forecasting tools, and advanced Excel - Ability to build a collaborative relationship with SMP and other key global partners - Experience in strategic global supply chain and supplier relationship management - Ability to manage regulatory and technical changes and assess business and financial implications of decisions - Strong negotiation skills and demonstrated competence to interact with suppliers, external and internal customers - Financial acumen and budgeting experience - Effective influencing and communication skills Why TalentBurst? - At TalentBurst, we deliver more than talent, we deliver outcomes. We partner with you to move quickly and connect you to opportunities aligned with your skills and long term growth - Backed by precision, transparency, and results, we connect top talent with leading organizations through trusted partnerships - We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement options - TalentBurst is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce