External Manufacturing Manager

Cosette Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

. Serve as the primary operational contact for assigned CMO and CPO partners.

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeBridgewater • New Jersey • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $113,000 - $146,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in supply chain management, particularly within pharmaceutical manufacturing, with a focus on supplier performance improvement, project management, and stakeholder engagement. Proven ability to develop operational dashboards and manage production schedules while ensuring contract adherence and risk mitigation.

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Supply Chain ManagementPharmaceutical Manufacturing ExperienceProject ManagementStakeholder ManagementSupplier Performance Improvement

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Hard Skills

Operational Dashboard DevelopmentProduction Schedule ManagementInventory ManagementAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationRelationship ManagementInfluencing Without Authority

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Supply ChainBachelor's Degree in EngineeringBachelor's Degree in OperationsBachelor's Degree in Science

Industry Keywords

CMOCPOExternal Supply PartnersSupply ContinuityContinuous Improvement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the primary operational contact for assigned CMO and CPO partners.
Lead Virtual Plant Team governance and performance reviews for assigned suppliers.
Monitor supplier performance against service, quality, delivery, and cost expectations.
Manage production schedules, supply commitments, and inventory requirements.
Coordinate issue resolution and escalation management across internal and external stakeholders.
Partner with Quality and Technical Services to drive supplier performance improvements.
Ensure contract adherence and execution of supplier commitments.
Track and mitigate supply continuity risks.
Support product launches, technology transfers, validation activities, and lifecycle changes.
Facilitate supplier business reviews and action plan execution.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the external supply network.
Develop operational dashboards and supplier performance scorecards.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations, Science, or related discipline.
5+ years of pharmaceutical manufacturing, supply chain, or external manufacturing experience.
Experience working with CMOs, CPOs, or external supply partners.
Understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing operations and supply continuity requirements.
Strong project management and stakeholder management capabilities.
Experience leading cross-functional teams and supplier interactions.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and relationship management capabilities.
Ability to influence without direct authority.
Willingness to travel approximately 20%.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary bonus
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts
Health savings account
Employee assistance program
Tuition reimbursement program
Parental leave
Wellness program
Paid time off
Volunteer time
Holidays
Hybrid work schedule