Associate Brand Manager

As part of the Supply Chain Brand Immunology team, this role works closely with the Operations Supply Chain Brand Manager(s) and cross-functional group(s) to support brand or product initiatives, including product analysis and project management. The Associate Brand Manager understands and complies with all relevant Regulatory, Quality, and contractual obligations, and interfaces and collaborates with stakeholders/customers across multiple levels and cultures across the business (Supply Chain, Commercial, Science & Technology (S&T), Quality, Regulatory, Purchasing, Finance, Manufacturing, Third Party Manufacturers (TPMs)). The role establishes effective communication and working relationships within these groups and identifies and executes opportunities for product, process, and/or culture improvement within or outside of Supply Chain.

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the Brand Manager, manage or support program activities to optimize operational performance and meet the needs for operational excellence and customer satisfaction while ensuring that assurance of supply is maintained.
• Assure alignment of sales and operations with elevation of issues that threaten the security of supply, including approval of plans and/or contingencies to mitigate the root cause of the problem.
• Connect with the Supply Chain planning groups to guarantee that tactical supply issues are resolved to ensure continued supply of product to patients. Escalate and coordinate communication with Commercial, Regulatory, QA and MES, as necessary.
• Aid in the development and calculation of metrics to measure the health of the brands, TPMs as applicable.
• Assist in the execution of Product Launches and Lifecycle programs.
• Act as the project manager for projects as assigned, participating in and/or leading cross-functional teams.
• Execute product strategies to meet short and long term objectives for cost reduction and customer satisfaction balanced with inventory investment across the corporation.
• Lead projects with some managerial oversight and take initiative to proactively anticipate challenges.
• Ensure product inventory and supply strategies are reflected in Plans, LBEs, and Updates.
• Demonstrate sound judgment with accountability in determining the best approach to manage issue resolution, understanding the scope, magnitude, and implications of the situation, and elevating when necessary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering or Science
• 2-3 years of experience in Operations, Supply Chain Management, Product Development and/or Financial Management
• Demonstrated experience in fostering collaboration across organizational boundaries, and demonstrated success as a collaborative team player
• Excellent presentation, oral and written communication skills
• Proven ability to implement and execute large change programs, under the supervision of management
• Developed understanding of the regulatory approval process for various products
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and/or responsibilities
• Proven ability to interface effectively in worldwide cultural settings and with functional management

Where We Work

Role is primarily site- or office-based but can occasionally be performed remotely. Employees who are site/office-based and can occasionally perform their role virtually work both in the office and remotely, following the policies and regulations in place at their location. US Employees must be in the office on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday with flexibility to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays. Three days in the office is the minimum; some individuals or teams may require more in-office days due to meetings, business/project needs or their role.