Vice President, External Manufacturing

Bristol Myers Squibb

. Define and drive the long-term global external manufacturing strategy across BMS portfolios .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeBoudry • SwitzerlandLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in biopharmaceutical manufacturing and operations, with a strong focus on GMP compliance, external manufacturing strategy, and relationship management across global networks. Proven ability to lead large teams, drive organizational change, and manage complex supply contracts effectively.

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Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing ExperienceGMP Compliance ExpertiseExternal Manufacturing Strategy DevelopmentSupplier Relationship ManagementFinancial Acumen

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Hard Skills

GMP ComplianceSupply Contract NegotiationOperational TransformationData Architecture DevelopmentClinical DevelopmentCommercial ManufacturingBudget ManagementRisk IdentificationContinuous ImprovementChange Management

Soft Skills

LeadershipRelationship BuildingCollaborationCommunicationTeam Development

Tools & Technologies

AI Governance FrameworkDigital InfrastructureReal-Time Data ExchangeMatrix LeadershipCross-Functional Team Leadership

Certifications & Qualifications

BS/BA in Scientific FieldAdvanced Technical DegreeMBA or Equivalent Experience

Industry Keywords

BiopharmaceuticalsCMO/CDMO NetworksGlobal OperationsHealth Authority InspectionSupply Chain Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and drive the long-term global external manufacturing strategy across BMS portfolios
Create a clinical development through commercial manufacturing operating model
Align external manufacturing capacity with pipeline progression and commercial demand forecasts
Develop contingency plans and strategic optionality
Own and drive the AI and digital strategy for the external manufacturing network
Enable real-time, bidirectional data exchange with CMO/CDMO partners
Establish an AI governance framework for the external manufacturing ecosystem
Build digital infrastructure and data architecture across 75+ external partners
Provide business, relationship, and operational oversight of 75+ external partners globally
Build and sustain a flexible, agile external manufacturing network
Lead Supplier Relationship Management models and virtual plant team structures
Develop, negotiate, implement, and enforce supply contracts with external parties
Hold ultimate accountability for GMP compliance and health authority inspection readiness
Identify network risks and ensure escalation and stakeholder communication
Ensure reliable, on-time, and predictable product delivery
Set and track financial goals for external manufacturing partners
Drive continuous improvement, issue resolution, network resilience, business continuity, and COGS reduction
Lead, inspire, and develop an inclusive organization of 600+ professionals globally
Identify future talent and workforce needs; hire and develop change agents
Lead transformative opportunities and organizational change
Partner with Quality, Regulatory, MS&T, Supply Chain, Procurement, Product Development, and Finance
Serve as the primary enterprise voice for External Manufacturing at senior leadership level
Advise the EVP, Chief Supply Chain & Operations Officer
Collaborate with and participate on matrix leadership teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

15+ years of biopharmaceutical manufacturing/operations experience in a complex, global environment
Demonstrated track record of building productive internal and external relationships
Proven External Manufacturing experience working with CMO/CDMO networks and multi-modal supply delivery at scale
Demonstrated leadership across clinical development through to commercial manufacturing environments
Deep expertise in GMP compliance and regulatory frameworks across multiple geographies
Track record as a lead change agent in large-scale organizational and operational transformations
Strong financial acumen and ability to manage significant budget and spend
Proven ability to develop, negotiate, and enforce supply contracts with external parties
Experience leading large, distributed, cross-functional teams in matrix, multi-location environments
BS/BA in a Scientific Field (Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Life Sciences, or Engineering)
Ability to travel up to 40% of the time
Ability to spend at least one week per month (25% of working time) based in Boudry, Switzerland
Advanced technical degree, needed MBA, or equivalent experience strongly preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Opportunities for growth
Supportive environment
Inclusion
Wellbeing
Flexibility
Comprehensive benefits
Reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments
Ongoing support in roles