Manager of Supplier Management

Responsibilities

• Execution of the external supplier governance structure for the Supply organization
• Manage processes and interactions with key vendors including logistics providers and cryopreservation providers
• Activities include production management, vendor oversight and relations, issue resolution, communication and collaboration with key stakeholders and partner lines to ensure the required materials or services meet necessary requirements
• Lead cross-functional teams internally and with supply partners to support delivery across the end-to-end supply chain
• Manage and participate in cross-functional teams of internal and external Subject Matter Experts to conduct thorough investigations related to issues that occur during any operations at external partners
• Ensure appropriate CAPAs are put in place and enforced to mitigate future risk
• Ensure accurate and timely external supply chain information is available for key stakeholders and management processes
• Design and implement relevant tracking tools to aid management of supply chain activities
• Maintain tracking of applicable Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure and manage the performance of the external supply chain
• Ensure that all contractual obligations with our supply partners are met to Cabaletta Bio Quality standards, including on-time in-full services and delivery
• Coordinate business review series to review metrics/KPIs/overall health of business and develop strategies to strengthen the partnerships
• Provide front-line support for process- or equipment-related issues at the supply partners and ensure cross-functional engagement internally
• Assist in contract negotiation and onboarding of new suppliers
• Travel up to 10% required depending on work location

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in life sciences, engineering, business operations, supply chain or related field
• 5 years relevant experience in life sciences manufacturing, supply chain management, or supplier management
• Experience starting up and/or maintaining relationship with key suppliers with appropriate tools, and processes
• Experience in biologics or cell/gene therapy preferred
• In-depth knowledge of GMP regulations and a commitment to operational excellence
• Strong project management and organizational skills and experience
• Prowess in strong and visible leadership with the ability and influence other functions within the organization
• Strong relationship-building and collaboration skills; able to work effectively with others, both internally and externally, and resolve conflicts
• Experience designing and implementing business processes to meet departmental and corporate needs
• Respect and value for diverse thinking with the ability to work multifunctionally across a customer-centric organization
• Comfort with ambiguity
• Experience developing structure and processes to operate efficiently and effectively in a dynamic and evolving environment
• Passion for continuous self-development