1. William Murphy
3 Settlers Lane
Derry, NH 03038
603-339-8147
coachbmurphy@comcast.net
SUMMARY
Experienced Purchasing and Materials professional skilled in achieving cost control, excellent internal customer
service and continuous process improvement. Proven ability to communicate and collaborate on a cross-functional
basis. Directed all facets of cGxP supply chain management including, but not limited to, purchasing, logistics,
warehousing, inventory management, material forecasting, capacity planning and sourcing, master scheduling,
inventory control and financial costing, as necessary for materials support to core business.
EXPERIENCE
ImmunoGen, Inc., Waltham, MA (2015 to date)
Sourcing - Procurement
• Working with budget holders across functional areas to identify and run competitive bids for core lab
essentials; equipment; and services.
• Developing an alternative order process for routine, contracted materials to accelerate deliveries while
achieving efficiencies in order management; receiving; and accounts payable.
• Positive track record of major accomplishments in reducing costs, building successful vendor
relationships, leading high performing teams.
• Responsible for daily processing of purchase requisitions utilizing Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains and
eRequestor purchasing/financial systems. Adhere to GMP manufacturing protocols for clinical material
requirements. Work closely with all departments to ensure excellent communication and promote proper
stewardship of financial responsibilities.
ENSEMBLE THERAPEUTICS, Cambridge, MA 2004-2014
Purchasing and Operations Manager (Jan 2004 - Oct 2014)
Performed multiple functions within research drug discovery organization including purchasing, receiving,
inventory management, liaised with Account Payable, safety team, and new employee orientation.
• Developed and implemented comprehensive, flexible, cost effective cGxP purchasing strategies, policies
and processes that promoted the efficient procurement of goods and services at the lowest total cost to
the supply chain to optimize quality of materials, deliveries or services.
• Utilized Chemical Inventory Management system providing a single solution for integrated management
2. of a wide range of materials including fine chemical containers, biologics, consumables and other assets.
Improved the effectiveness of supply chain management systems through technology, insuring sourcing
requirements were met and supplier performance measured and accountable.
• Experienced leadership with global R&D pharmaceutical supply chain and logistics with IATA and DOT
compliance. Established strong business relationships with key suppliers and internal leaders.
• Negotiated Capital equipment, service contracts, and supply agreements for biotech drug discovery
organization. Successfully used past experience with small organizations (GI/ArQ) which grew in size
and scope to secure discounts or favorable terms.
• Directed all facility operations including HVAC; HazWaste management; stockroom inventory
management, and capital asset tracking.
• Provided strategic plan and execution of lab and office expansions with lab managers and general
contractor, per budgetary guidance. Oversaw new HVAC and Chemical Hood Exhaust installations and
new installation of office cubicles.
ARQULE, INC. Woburn, MA 1996-2004
Purchasing Manager
• Developed and executed on strategic sourcing strategies; procurement policies; supplier performance
measures and systems. Used the Oracle Enterprise and CambridgeSoft Chemical Informatics to initiate
Green/Yellow/Red tracking metric of supply chain deliverables to AMAP Manufacturing team and bench
chemists. System measurement tools were implemented to track quality of the supply chain.
• Implemented with Finance and IT the corporate Oracle Financials Enterprise System to support and be in
compliance with financial regulations. Provided training and subject matter expert guidance in the
Material Management (purchasing, receiving and stockroom) modules to all employees (400+).
• Effectively negotiated Capital equipment, service contracts, and supply agreements for biotech drug
discovery organization by promoting consistent bid procedures, standardized agreements, and uniform
practices throughout the company.
• Collaborated and developed with internal stakeholders a transformational process map to enhance
supply chain with measurable deliveries, supplier management, and performance metrics guaranteed to
enhance the final process while saving time and money.
• Provided Oracle Financials management reports to Science Directors and Corporate Controller in sup-
port of various project goals. Customized data to assist decision making process. Demonstrated
significant supply chain process improvement to global supply chain and demand forecasting.
CABLETRON SYSTEMS, Rochester, NH 1995-1996
Buyer
• Commodity buyer of printed circuit boards, per SAP Materials Requirement Plan (MRP) driven
4. • New Products Planning Team member with engineering and quality assurance. Per Bill of
Materials, managed the supply chain of materials to ensure production requirements
were achieved, including an Irish manufacturing facility.
GENETICS INSTITUTE, (Wyeth/Pfizer) Cambridge and Andover, MA 1988-1995
Purchasing Agent
Procurement of biotech drug discovery research, development and manufacturing materials and
equipment, with multiple building campus and locations.
• Focused support to the internal and external engineering groups, facilities and process
development teams during the Andover bioprocess manufacturing campus build out.
Provided ASK ManMan MRP technical assistance to supply chain bill of material support
to Purchasing Manager for manufacturing requirements and planning. Assisted the
tracking of pre-clearance production release of Quality Assurance review of Certificates of
Analysis and lot-control into GMP enterprise systems.
• Instituted component standardization program with engineering and suppliers resulted
in 15% cost reduction and similar improvement to delivery lead times.
• Developed and successful implementation of Primary MRO Supplier Partnership, achieving
cost control, improved delivery and vendor consolidation.
Materials Control Supervisor (Genetics Institute)
• Managed 18000 square foot distribution center; 10 material handlers in 3 locations;
improved receiving process efficiencies by 75% and exceeded 95% on time stockroom
completion goals.
• Implemented the ASK ManMan MRP related to stockroom inventory as part of the
company’s enterprise financial and manufacturing system. Provided training to all
departments and key users.
EDUCATION
Suffolk University, Boston, MA - B.S. Business Administration, 1981
