Director, Supply Chain, International

About BridgeBio

BridgeBio is a biopharmaceutical company founded to discover, create, test, and deliver transformative medicines to treat patients who suffer from genetic diseases and cancers with clear genetic drivers. We bridge the gap between remarkable advancements in genetic science in academic institutions and the delivery of meaningful medicines to patients. Founded in 2015, the company has built a portfolio of 20+ drug development programs ranging from preclinical to late-stage development in multiple therapeutic areas including genetic dermatology, precision oncology, cardiology, endocrinology, neurology, pulmonology, and renal disease, with two approved drugs.

Our focus on scientific excellence and rapid execution aim to translate today’s discoveries into tomorrow’s medicines. We have U.S. offices in San Francisco, Palo Alto, and Raleigh, with small satellites in other parts of the country. We also have international offices in Montreal, Canada, and Zurich, Switzerland. 

To learn more about our story and company culture, visit us at https://bridgebio.com

Who You Are

The Director, Supply Chain, International will report directly to the Vice President of Supply Chain Management. This position will be responsible for developing and managing the end-to-end supply chain for BridgeBio ex-US commercial markets, including demand and supply planning, CMO/CPO management, inventory optimization, inbound FG, and 3PL management. This position will ensure a clear supply chain strategy to support ex- US commercial markets, focus on supply chain launch readiness for all new commercial products, and require strong cross-functional collaboration with finance, quality, regulatory, manufacturing, and commercial teams.

Responsibilities

Supply Chain Strategy / Launch Readiness

• Owner of commercial supply chain coordination, from raw materials to finished goods
• Knowledgeable and responsible for supply chain inputs and support for regulatory filings
• Develop supply chain launch capabilities to support new product introductions into selected launch countries; including identifying and mitigating risks, developing contingency plans, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
• Participate as required in Distributor and Wholesaler selection and implementation for selected countries and related upstream supply chain aspects

Supplier Management

• Strategic management of CMOs & CPOs, including sourcing strategies, contract negotiations, performance monitoring, scorecard reviews
• Support global supply chain planner, in all tactical aspects of supplier relationships, including forecasting updates, purchase order management, and production tracking

Supply Planning & Inventory

• Monitor execution of supply plans and collaborate with global supply chain planner to resolve any deviations from supply plans and escalations with contract manufacturers
• Knowledgeable of all inventory management processes and provide any necessary support for monthly, quarterly, and annual inventory reconciliation activities
• Ensure all inputs and necessary metrics and reporting are provided as part of the global Sales & Operations Planning process

Finished Goods & 3PL

• Responsible for 3PL management, receipt & storage of FG inventory, product returns, reverse logistics
• Coordinate and collaborate on serialization processes and requirements
• Collaborate on artwork requirements and communication with relevant vendors / CPOs
• Support any required packaging or shipping validation as required

Other Responsibilities

• Serve as the Standard Operating Procedure owner for Supply Chain process documents, as required
• Participate in internal and external project team meetings
• Potential to manage subordinates in the future
• Other duties as assigned

The above job description documents the general nature and level of work but is not intended to be an exhaustive list of activities, duties, and responsibilities required of job incumbents. Therefore, job incumbents are expected to perform all other duties as assigned or required, as training and experience allow.  

No matter your role at BridgeBio, successful team members are:

• Patient Champions, who put patients first and uphold strict ethical standards
• Entrepreneurial Operators, who drive toward practical solutions and have an ownership mindset
• Truth Seekers, who are detailed, rational, and humble problem solvers
• Individuals Who Inspire Excellence in themselves and those around them
• High-quality executors, who execute against goals and milestones with quality, precision, and speed

Education, Experience & Skills Requirements

• 10+ years of supply chain experience
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Operations, Finance, Logistics, Supply Chain, or similar
• Strong understanding of supply chain concepts, inventory management, supply planning, sourcing, and procurement methodologies
• Previous experience in managing Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMO), Contract Packaging Organizations (CPO), and Third-party Logistics (3PL) providers
• Strong and clear understanding of GDP and cGMPs and pharmaceutical industry best quality practices
• Previous experience with product launches
• Previous experience with ex-US markets
• Prior experience with developing and setting up a (supply chain) infrastructure in a start-up environment
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with keen attention to detail
• Proficiency in document and presentation office tools (Microsoft Office, Google Docs, etc.)
• Understanding of data concepts and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems (SAP experience a plus)
• Previous experience managing subordinates
• Life Science industry, commercial product experience
• Travel estimate:  10% of time

What We Offer

• Patient Days, where we are fortunate to hear directly from individuals living with the conditions we are seeking to impact throughout the year and learn how we can improve our efforts
• A culture inspired by our values: put patients first, think independently, be radically transparent, every minute counts, and let the science speak
• A collaborative, fast-paced, data-driven environment where we inspire ourselves and each other to always perform at the top of our game
• Access to learning and development resources to help you get in the best professional shape of your life
• Robust and market-competitive compensation & benefits package (Base, Performance Bonus, Equity)
• Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion