Job Description

Working with Us
Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those aren\xe2\x80\x99t 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\xe2\x80\x99ll get the chance to grow and thrive through opportunities uncommon in scale and scope, alongside high-achieving teams rich in diversity. Take your career farther than you thought possible.

Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives. Read more: .

PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF POSITION:

The Patient Planning Scheduler for Cell Therapy Manufacturing supports the scale-up and commercial licensure of the Cell Therapy facility. In addition, the Scheduler will be responsible for building the scheduling tools, inputs, and resource requirements for the manufacturing of both clinical and commercial product. This person will collaborate with Manufacturing Management (ADs, Senior Managers and Managers) along with support groups (QC, QA, SC, and MT) to coordinate all activities and ensure operational readiness/execution. This position will be a Monday-Friday position with expectations to stay engaged during off-hours/weekends to address scheduling constraints or questions as they arise.

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• REQUIRED COMPETENCIES: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Advanced understanding of cell culture, cryopreservation, purification, and aseptic processing or lab technique
• Knowledge of cGMP/Pharmaceutical regulations
• Advanced proficiency in planning / ERP systems (Oracle/SAP) and analytics tools
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office applications
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient presentation development and delivery skills
• Technical writing capability
• Ability to work independently for extended periods of time
• Ability to work as a team
• Ability to mentor peers
• Ability to develop and provide training on various functions
• Ability to solve routine and complex problems
• Ability to provide on-call support in case of emergent issues
• Proficient in computerized system testing

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create and maintain detailed site plans for operations including apheresis/PBMC receipt, material kitting, process intermediates, manufacturing, drug product shipments, maintenance, and support operations
• Create scenario plans to accommodate required manufacturing batches and support work that is required
• Collaborate cross functionally to ensure adequate inputs, sequences, durations, and inter-dependencies
• Primary point of contact for the Manufacturing Operations team to provide support, facilitating operational continuity, and addressing issues as they arise
• Develop and implement KPI and reporting capabilities
• Partner with the Manufacturing Sciences and Technology team to identify and execute lean/continuous improvement projects
• Act as site level SME during business process implementations for the Global Patient

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree required.
• 5+ years relevant work experience required, preferably in a regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years of experience supporting ERP systems (Oracle/SAP).
• An equivalent combination of education, experience and training may substitute.

If you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn\xe2\x80\x99t perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career.

Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing Careers
With a single vision as inspiring as \xe2\x80\x9cTransforming patients\xe2\x80\x99 lives through science\xe2\x84\xa2 \xe2\x80\x9d, every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in an inclusive culture, promoting diversity in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.

On-site Protocol
Physical presence at the BMS worksite or physical presence in the field is a necessary job function of this role, which the Company deems critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, employee well-being and engagement, and it enhances the Company culture.

BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request a reasonable workplace accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your inquiries to . Visit to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.

BMS cares about your well-being and the well-being of our staff, customers, patients, and communities. As a result, the Company strongly recommends that all employees be fully vaccinated for Covid-19 and keep up to date with Covid-19 boosters.

BMS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.

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