Lead Material Operations Specialist II

Bristol-Myers Squibb; Leiden; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Bristol Myers Squibb Netherlands in Leiden is seeking a senior Materials Operations professional to join a GMP-driven team. You will execute routine activities for receipt, storage, transfer, and distribution of ambient and temperature-controlled materials, while following SOPs to support internal and external customers.

The role requires strong knowledge of GMP, inventory control, and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in a cGMP warehouse environment.
• Experience with receiving, temperature-controlled storage, material issuance, inventory control, cycle counting, and disposition of rejected/expired material.
• Knowledge of cold chain logistics and time-critical biologics.
• Familiarity with SAP or eWM systems.

Responsibilities

• Ensure routine activities such as receipt, storage, transfer, distribution, disposal, and cleaning of materials are performed per GMP.
• Prepare materials for shipment to internal and external parties per GMP.
• Ensure materials are labeled in accordance with GMP procedures.
• Perform cycle counting and disposition of rejected/expired material per GMP.
• Train or support GMP Material Operations colleagues to ensure proficiency.
• Demonstrate proficiency in Quality Systems for deviations, SOP revisions, and CAPA management.
• Provide basic first-line equipment troubleshooting and system support.
• Coordinate internal and external customer requests across multiple unit operations.

Skills

GMP knowledge

Inventory control

Materials handling

System troubleshooting

Quality documentation

Tools

SAP

eWM

Job description

At Bristol Myers Squibb, our employees often ask, \"Who are you working for?\"-a question that fuels collaboration, accountability, and urgency in our work. Our purpose-driven culture inspires us to discover, develop, and deliver innovative medicines to prevail over serious diseases. We offer uniquely interesting and meaningful work, opportunities for growth, and a supportive environment that values inclusion, wellbeing, flexibility, and comprehensive benefits. This is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it.

Bristol Myers Squibb Netherlands

Bristol Myers Squibb has been active in the Dutch market for over 50 years, employing people across a range of activities and business units in Utrecht, The Netherlands.

The Netherlands is also home to our first European Cell Therapy facility, located at the Leiden Bio Science Park, the largest life sciences cluster of The Netherlands. This new state of the art facility is focused on commercial manufacturing with capabilities for multi-product Cell Therapy manufacturing. You can become part of this exciting journey. Check out this video if you want to know more about it!

The Netherlands has everything it takes to become the medicines hub of Europe, the so-called Boston by the North Sea. As we continue to expand our footprint by building this new site, we are looking to grow our team.

Would you like to become an important chain in our worldwide network to bring this new personalized treatment to patients suffering from blood cancer? Join us and be a game changer!

For more information about Bristol Myers Squibb Netherlands, visit us at bms.com/nl or careers.bms.com/nl

Position Summary

Leiden Cell Therapy Site is seeking a dynamic individual to join a team of materials management and supply chain professionals. This individual is responsible for executing routine activities related to the management, cleansing, and movement of all types of materials (e.g., cold chain and ambient) supporting internal and external customers while following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Key Responsibilitie s

• Ensure routine activities such as receipt, storage, transfer, distribution, disposal, and cleaning of all types of materials (ambient, cold chain, dangerous goods, etc.) are performed according to GMP procedures.
• Prepare all types of materials for shipment to internal and external parties in accordance with GMP procedures.
• Ensure materials are appropriately labeled in accordance with written GMP procedures.
• Perform inventory control practices, including cycle counting and rejected/expired material disposition, as described in GMP procedures.
• Write procedures to maintain a safe and organized working environment.
• Perform inspection of incoming materials to the work area according to procedures.
• Use material handling equipment (gas-powered, electric, and/or manual) in accordance with procedures.
• Handle materials based on material specifications, including temperature-controlled, dangerous, or hazardous materials, according to procedures.
• Assist in setting up operational equipment and fixtures, and support facility and equipment commissioning activities as requested.
• Respond to system and equipment alarms during and outside office hours as part of a rotating schedule, in accordance with GMP procedures.
• Facilitate ambient and cold chain sampling in collaboration with employees from other departments.
• Review GMP documentation and perform data verification.
• Coordinate internal and external customer requests across multiple unit operations during assigned shifts, including personnel, materials, and logistical requirements.
• Store materials in totes or bags and close or seal them to prevent cross-contamination, according to GMP procedures.
• Train or support the training of fellow associates in GMP Material Operations to ensure operational proficiency.
• Demonstrate proficiency in Quality Systems for deviations, SOP revisions and creation, and CAPA management.
• Provide basic first-line equipment troubleshooting.
• Act as a system champion and support colleagues in troubleshooting system issues (e.g., SAP, eWM).
• Own the assignment and follow-up of Quality Event Change Actions.
• Create, maintain, and report metrics to monitor departmental performance and provide data analysis and interpretation.
• Perform both routine and non-routine assignments and help determine appropriate approaches for new assignments.

Qualifications & Experience

• 8+ years of experience in a cGMP warehouse environment with a strong understanding of Materials Management.
• DOT, IATA, and HazMat experience and certifications are considered an advantage.
• Experience with receiving, temperature-controlled storage, material issuance, inventory control, cycle counting, and rejected/expired material disposition.
• Experience in cold chain logistics and movement of time-critical, temperature-sensitive biologics.
• Knowledge of freight forwarder and courier direct shipments and associated documentat