Supplier Relationship Manager
Hays

The end client is unable to sponsor or transfer visas for this position; all parties authorized to work in the US without sponsorship are encouraged to apply.

A Pharmaceutical Company is seeking a Supplier Relationship Manager in Princeton, NJ.

Role Description

• 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 our 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.)

Skills & Requirements

• BS/MS/PhD in engineering, chemistry, pharmacy or related pharmaceutical sciences.
• MBA, C.P.M. and Project Management Certifications (ie. 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.

Why Hays?

You will be working with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of the industry and market trends. Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers. You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there's a position you really want, you're fully prepared to get it.

Additionally, this position is a contract role where Hays offers you the opportunity to enroll in full medical, dental or vision benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K
• Life Insurance ($20,000 benefit)

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Hays is an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran.

In accordance with applicable federal and state law protecting qualified individuals with known disabilities, Hays U.S. Corporation will attempt to reasonably accommodate those individuals unless doing so would create an undue hardship on the company. Any qualified applicant or consultant with a disability who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should call or text 813.336.5570.

Drug testing may be required; please contact a recruiter for more information.
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