Global Supply Manager - Contract Manufacturing
Ladders · United States · 1 mo ago
RemoteRemoteManagement$320k–$405k/yrFull-time
About the role
For our client, we are seeking a Global Supply Manager - Contract Manufacturing to join the team of a leader in the Pharmaceuticals & Biotech space. This role will own contract manufacturing partnerships and supply planning for a complex, high-growth operation. The successful candidate will align forecasts, build plans, and factory commitments while helping ensure production readiness, cost discipline, and reliable execution across external partners. This position will also work closely with cross-functional stakeholders to manage risk, resolve performance issues, and keep operations running smoothly.
Responsibilities
- Structure and negotiate contract manufacturing agreements, including pricing and SLAs
- Design vendor scorecards and oversee operational governance
- Share demand forecasts and convert them into build plans
- Hold partners accountable for production schedules and volumes
- Manage partner inventory risks against forecasts
- Verify billing against contracts and resolve discrepancies
- Escalate performance issues and drive corrective actions
- Coordinate cross-functionally to align factory commitments and operational plans
Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in supply management, supply chain, or manufacturing operations
- Direct ownership of a contract manufacturer or ODM relationship
- Experience structuring and negotiating manufacturing agreements
- Ownership of build plans and forecast commitments
- Strong data analysis skills for scorecards and partner metrics
- Proven cross-functional leadership experience
- Clear and effective written communication skills with stakeholders
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience
Benefits
- Visa sponsorship available
- Support for underrepresented groups in applications
- Safe online recruitment practices
- Hybrid work schedule with an office presence requirement
- Opportunity for travel to partner factories
- Engagement with cutting-edge technology in data center infrastructure