Manager, Supplier Changes

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Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in science, or a related field.

• 5+ years of experience in a pharmaceutical/ biopharmaceutical/Advanced Therapeutic Modality Products (ATMP) environment including previous QA experience – e.g., QA compliance role, Supplier Quality oversight and managing teams.  ATMP experience a plus.

• Strong knowledge of quality management systems, change control processes, deviation processes and regulatory requirements.

• Experience in conducting risk assessments and implementing risk mitigation strategies.

• Excellent understanding of supplier management principles and practices.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex data and make informed decisions.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and suppliers.

• Proven ability to drive change, foster a culture of continuous improvement, and deliver results.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

• Certifications such as Certified Quality Manager (CQM) or Certified Supplier Quality Professional (CSQP) are a plus.

• Proficient in using quality management software and tools.  Veeva Quality Suite experience a plus.

Key Responsibilities

Supplier Change Management:

• Develop, implement, and maintain a robust supplier change management process to effectively evaluate, approve, and implement supplier changes.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Procurement, Material Sciences, Engineering and Regulatory Affairs, to assess the impact of supplier changes on product quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.

• Ensure that all supplier changes are properly documented, reviewed, and approved in accordance with established procedures.

• Perform other duties in support of BMS Vendor & Material Mgmt. Quality System development and maintenance as assigned.

• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Risk Assessment:

• Conduct thorough risk assessments for supplier changes to identify potential risks and their impact on product quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.

• Utilize risk assessment tools and methodologies to evaluate the severity, probability, and detectability of identified risks.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans for high-risk supplier changes.

Change Control Processes:

• Establish and maintain effective change control processes for supplier changes, ensuring that all changes are properly evaluated, documented, and implemented.

• Review and approve change requests, ensuring that they are complete, accurate, and aligned with quality standards and regulatory requirements.

• Monitor and track the progress of supplier change initiatives, ensuring that they are executed within defined timelines and budgets.

Supplier Performance Monitoring:

• Collaborate with the Supplier Quality team to establish and maintain a comprehensive supplier performance monitoring system for assessing the quality and reliability of suppliers.

• Identify opportunities for supplier improvement and collaborate with suppliers to implement corrective and preventive actions.

SOP Development and Revision:

• Collaborate with subject matter experts and cross-functional teams to develop new SOPs or revise existing ones.

• Conduct thorough research and