Supplier Relationship Manager

Company: Alpha Consulting
Location: New Brunswick
Posted on: March 17, 2023

Job Description:

SUPPLIER RELATIONSHIP MANAGER NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ TOP MUST HAVE's:

• Operations experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing to cGMP standards including extensive knowledge of regulatory guidelines and validation practices.
• Ability to lead teams and to work effectively with cross-functional & multi-location teams.
• Financial and project management skills. This is a Hybrid Role 50/50. Required Skills:
  • BS/MS/PhD in engineering, chemistry, pharmacy or related pharmaceutical sciences.
    • MBA, C.P.M. and Project Management Certifications (i.e., PMP) desired.
    • 5+ years of relevant experience in the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, or related industry.
      • Operations experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing to cGMP standards including extensive knowledge of regulatory guidelines and validation practices.
      • Successful track record in execution and completion of objectives and projects.
      • Able to effectively transfer complex knowledge regarding science and engineering procedures.
      • Ability to apply technical and cross-functional expertise to address complex operations problems.
      • Analytical and creative problem-solving skills.
      • Ability to lead teams and to work effectively with cross-functional & multi-location teams.
      • Good inter-personal, communication, and presentation skills required.
      • Financial and project management skills.
      • Experience of a culturally diverse workplace through international projects or global teams.
      • Experience negotiating supply agreements with CMOs. Project Description:
        • The SRM is accountable for the oversight and management of all the Client's business with the assigned Contract Manufacturing Organization (CMOs).
        • Responsible for the relationship management and contract monitoring of active pharmaceutical ingredients (API) & intermediates, drug product, device assembly & packaging CMOs to ensure uninterrupted supply.
        • Serves as project manager on designated projects as required.
        • Leads a cross-functional virtual plant team (VPT) in a matrix structure.
        • Promotes team development, fosters teamwork, and builds relationships within the VPT.
        • Drives performance and continuous improvement within the assigned CMOs to mitigate risks and optimize value.
        • Manages and maintains positive relations with the assigned CMOs through structured supplier relationship models.
        • Develops and executes operational budgets for the assigned CMOs and ensures alignment with External Manufacturing's goals and objectives.
        • Ensures the successful resolution of all issues that may impact timely supply of product and/or contractual obligations.
        • Effectively manages all operational activities to deliver supply from the CMOs.
        • Contract Monitor for the assigned business.
        • Executes CMO specific strategies and processes in line with ExM Mission Statement.
        • Proactively identifies supply risks and implements strategies to avoid or minimize their impact.
        • Accountable for the performance of the assigned CMOs.
        • Responsible for reviewing and communicating CMO performance metrics and the development of the improvement plans as warranted.
        • Leads Business Review processes.
        • Accountable for CMO' Business Continuity Risk Assessment.
        • Ensures projects executed at the assigned CMOs are delivered in line with the Client's requirements.
        • Collaborates with Finance for product cost standards, variances.
        • Supports the transfer and launch of new products.
        • Develop detailed project timelines, resource plans, and charters.
        • Create and manage project budgets.
        • Deliver on-time project execution.
        • Identify & facilitate resolution of risks and roadblocks.
        • Communicate program & project status.
        • Achieve governance endorsements.
        • Leverage standard project management tools (tableau, Microsoft project, etc.) & align with established business processes (charters, PMO, etc.).
        • This position can be a designee for Senior Director, External Manufacturing. This 12+ month position starts ASAP. Please E-MAIL your resume (attachment to email) with rate and availability to Cindi: ALPHA'S REQUIREMENT #23-00421 MUST BE ELIGIBLE TO WORK IN THE U.S. AS AN HOURLY W2 EMPLOYEE

Keywords: Alpha Consulting, New Brunswick , Supplier Relationship Manager, Executive , New Brunswick, New Jersey