Manager, Detailed Scheduler

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The Manager, Detailed Scheduler will execute and manage the short-term detailed schedule with the final target to meet customer requirements and best utilize the company’s productive capacity as well as managing inventory levels. Working closely with the Sr Manager, Detailed Scheduler in the capacity evaluation to identify potential constraints that affect the plan. Will be accountable for the End to End (E2E) planning and coordination of all advance samples activities to support the testing required to release Manati product for commercial/non-commercial manufacturing and packaging activities as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepares and manages the detailed production schedule and process order issuing to correctly match with the demand.
• Support on the analysis of capacity and manufacturing exceptions within the Firm Horizon (Short Term) and monitors the Medium Term for the assigned work centers.
• Inputs and maintains in the system the data needed for a correct scheduling (i.e., capacity available within Time Fence, product change, format change) in accordance with production.
• Schedules production orders and evaluates ability to make a schedule change.
• Support and participate as needed Participates with Internal/External Key Stakeholders in the development of the yearly budget and P1/P2/P3 projections.
• Assures the execution of materials requirement process to support agreed production plan and coordinates all activities required to assure the availability of Drug Substances, API, and raw materials, in coordination with the Planner-Buyer.
• Evaluates and creates Drug Substance purchase order, monitor DS Freezers capacity, and prepare a Thawing DS schedule aligned to Sterile manufacturing plans.
• Actively participates in the weekly Tiers meetings in where the short-term shop floor operations are discussed.
• Analyzes and optimize asset utilization while meeting established short-term needs.
• In Production Scheduling and Execution, resolves capacity Issues (equipment, materials, and labor issues, QC Holds or delays for bulk and raw materials, plant shutdown) based on the consolidated demand and on the Production scheduling priorities.
• Support in coordination of all the activities that lead to the production completion, in partnership with Customer Service, Production, Maintenance and QC/QA.
• Provides input to support preparation of Supply Chain meetings and participates in those meetings as needed.
• Participate in the monitoring of the performance metrics for the assigned products and work centers (e.g., schedule attainment), provides Root Cause Analysis and follows up on actions plan to improve these metrics.
• Creates and monitors the Shipping Advanced Sample plan. The Shipping Advanced Samples plan will be created following S&OP production plan. The shipping plan will consist of three stages:
• Monthly basis as firmed plan. The plan might change based on Production areas changes.
• Quarterly basis as forecast plan. The plan might require changes based on Detailed plan schedules
• Yearly budget requirements projecting a 12-month forecast.
  • Budget projection will be done following changes in detailed plans scheduled during P1/P2, P3 and budget changes
• Monitors and assures that relevant SAP Master Data related to the advance samples process is accurate.
• Supports new material /lab combination, as required by strategy.
• Participates in the weekly meetings with the different QC Labs to coordinate the advance samples.
• Participate actively in the Product Release Attainment (PRA)meetings and provide relevant information for CoA expected required testing results.
• Operates according to internal and global procedures.
• Support and performs other Supply Chain and business activities as required.
• Detect system problems and impact.
• Evaluates, resolves, and escalates the day-to-day issues and situations that could affect the execution of short-term plan.
• Make/communicate decisions within the assigned range of products and their defined planning horizon.
• Monitor Freezer capacity to identify constraints and decide thawing priorities
• Evaluate the manufacturing schedule and determine advance samples forecast as per S&OP.
• Communicates advance samples forecast priorities to all applicable labs as required.
• Communicates OOS with appropriate internal parties, escalates as needed to assure expedited resolution and to achieve target lead time.
• Communicates on a continuous basis with BMS internal and external functions such as: Engineering, QA/QC, Manufacturing, Human Resources, Technical Support, EHS and Finance, Global Supply Chain and Labs representatives.
• Maintains direct contact with site lab personnel as well as external lab personnel.
• Maintains contact with internal/external Key Stakeholders.
• Collaborates on an exception basis with government regulatory agency (FDA, Customs) in the event of site inspections.
• Works with Planner / Buyer to assure execution of materials requirement process to support agreed production plan.

Qualifications & Experience:

• BA/BS in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or Engineering.
• Five or more years of work-related experience in manufacturing with emphasis in Production, Production Planning, Scheduling, Logistics, and Inventory Control required.
• Knowledge of computerized production and inventory control systems, SAP knowledge required. Rapid Response knowledge is desirable.
• Knowledge of cGMP’s, Federal and State regulatory requirements, Company policies/procedures, and documentation practices.
• Excellent communications skills (Oral and Written) in English.
• Ability to organize and managing multiple priorities and meet ambitious timelines.
• Working knowledge personal computers of computer applications such as Microsoft Office (Excel and PowerPoint)
• Professional (APICS) certification (CPIM, CSCP) is desirable.
• Willing to work irregular hours, rotative shifts, weekends and holidays, when necessary.

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Compensation Overview:

Manati - PR - US: $78,820 - $95,512


The starting compensation range(s) for this role are listed above for a full-time employee (FTE) basis. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility) may be available. The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills, where the job is performed, the employee’s work schedule, job-related knowledge, and experience. Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience.

Eligibility for specific benefits listed on our careers site may vary based on the job and location. For more on benefits, please visit https://careers.bms.com/life-at-bms/.

Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans in effect at the time and may require enrollment. Our benefits include:

• Health Coverage: Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.
• Wellbeing Support: Programs such as BMS Well-Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
• Financial Well-being and Protection: 401(k) plan, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, personal liability protection, identity theft benefit, legal support, and survivor support.

​Work-life benefits include:

Paid Time Off

• US Exempt Employees: flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval, 11 paid national holidays (not applicable to employees in Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico or Rayzebio employees)
• Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico and Rayzebio Exempt, Non-Exempt, Hourly Employees: 160 hours annual paid vacation for new hires with manager approval, 11 national holidays, and 3 optional holidays

Based on eligibility*, additional time off for employees may include unlimited paid sick time, up to 2 paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military needs and an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day.

All global employees full and part-time who are actively employed at and paid directly by BMS at the end of the calendar year are eligible to take advantage of the Global Shutdown.

*Eligibility Disclosure: The summer hours program is for United States (U.S.) office-based employees due to the unique nature of their work. Summer hours are generally not available for field sales and manufacturing operations and may also be limited for the capability centers. Employees in remote-by-design or lab-based roles may be eligible for summer hours, depending on the nature of their work, and should discuss eligibility with their manager. Employees covered under a collective bargaining agreement should consult that document to determine if they are eligible. Contractors, leased workers and other service providers are not eligible to participate in the program.

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On-site Protocol

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Site-essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility. Site-by-design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. For these roles, onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive Company culture. For field-based and remote-by-design roles the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function.

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R1598281 : Manager, Detailed Scheduler