Senior Manager, External Supply Operations

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October 31

🏖️ New Jersey – Remote

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💵 $145k - $170k / year

⏰ Full Time

🟠 Senior

⚙️ Operations

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Averitas Pharma

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Pharmaceuticals • Healthcare Insurance • Science

Averitas Pharma is a pharmaceutical company committed to developing innovative alternatives for managing pain, with a strong focus on patient-centric solutions. The company seeks to address unmet patient needs through affordable access to treatments for neuropathic pain. Leveraging scientific research, including the discovery of the Transient Receptor Potential Vanilloid 1 (TRPV1) receptor, Averitas Pharma aims to create a positive impact on patients' lives. With a legacy built on 75 years under the global healthcare company Grünenthal, Averitas Pharma is dedicated to approaching pain not just as a symptom, but as a disease that requires effective solutions.

51 - 200 employees

💊 Pharmaceuticals

⚕️ Healthcare Insurance

🔬 Science

📋 Description

• Oversee the day-to-day operations and strategic relationship of a designated portfolio of External Suppliers and/or Contract Manufacturers to ensure consistent, high-quality product supply • Lead the internal Virtual Site Operations Team (VSOT), fostering effective collaboration across key functions including Supply Chain, External Supplier Quality (ESQ), Procurement, Controlling, Manufacturing Science & Innovation (MSI), and others • Build and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with External Suppliers to drive performance, alignment, and continuous improvement • Define and manage appropriate internal and external governance structures, ensuring regular engagement and accountability across stakeholders and suppliers • Identify, assess, and communicate risks that may impact supply continuity, quality, or compliance • Lead mitigation efforts in partnership with the VSOT and escalate critical issues to senior leadership as needed • Lead resolution of supply disruptions and quality concerns, coordinating cross-functional responses and ensuring timely escalation and communication • Contribute to the ESO budgeting process and monitor the financial health of the supplier portfolio, ensuring cost-effective operations and adherence to financial targets

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Economics, Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related field; equivalent professional experience may be considered • Advanced degree (e.g., MBA, MS) is a plus • Solid understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and regulatory requirements within the pharmaceutical sector • Strong verbal and written communication skills; able to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels, both internally and externally • Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred for effective communication with global partners and suppliers • 5-10 Years of relevant experience in Supply Chain, Manufacturing Operations, or Procurement, preferably within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, OTC, FMCG, or related regulated industries • Demonstrated experience in project management and leading cross-functional collaboration across diverse teams and functions • Strong Customer Orientation, building and maintaining strong relationships • Working knowledge of financial principles, including budgeting, cost control, and business case development • Skilled in analyzing complex data, identifying root causes, and implementing effective solutions to operational challenges • Adept at negotiating with external partners, influencing cross-functional teams, and navigating sensitive discussions with professionalism and tact.

🏖️ Benefits

• Long-Term Incentive Plan (cash plan) of 20% base salary • Annual performance bonus target of 20% base salary (subject to meeting plan requirements) • Comprehensive health benefits (employer funded) • Unlimited vacation time • 401k plan (subject to change or modification from time to time)