Ricardo Rivera
About Ricardo Rivera
Ricardo Rivera is the Senior Director of Manufacturing, Clinical Supply Operations at Bristol Myers Squibb with extensive experience in manufacturing science and technology.
Current Role at Bristol Myers Squibb
Ricardo Rivera is currently serving as the Senior Director of Manufacturing, Clinical Supply Operations at Bristol Myers Squibb. In his role, he is responsible for overseeing the entire clinical supply chain to ensure the efficient delivery of products for clinical trials. He manages both sterile and non-sterile product processes, including tablets, capsules, liquids, vials, and syringes. His extensive expertise in technical operations contributes to the company's mission of advancing breakthrough therapies.
Career at Novartis
Ricardo Rivera held multiple leadership roles at Novartis. From 2016 to 2018, he was the Director of Manufacturing Science and Technology in Long Island, New York. Before that, he worked at Sandoz, a Novartis division, as Director of Manufacturing Science and Technology, External Supply Operations from 2014 to 2016 in Princeton, New Jersey. He also served as the Global Head of Manufacturing Science and Technology - Third Party Operations at Novartis Consumer Health from 2007 to 2014. In these roles, Ricardo led technology transfer projects, optimized production processes, and collaborated extensively with Contract Manufacturing Organizations.
Experience at Pfizer
Ricardo Rivera worked at Pfizer as the Manager of Consumer Products Support from 1996 to 2007. During his 11-year tenure, he was involved in managing and improving consumer product lines, focusing on compliance documentation and product changes. Ricardo’s experience at Pfizer laid a strong foundation for his later work in manufacturing science and technology.
Educational Background in Chemical Engineering
Ricardo Rivera studied Chemical Engineering at the Universidad de Puerto Rico, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree. His academic background provided a robust foundation in chemical processes, which he has applied extensively throughout his career in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries.
Expertise in Manufacturing and Compliance
Ricardo Rivera has extensive experience in both sterile and non-sterile product processes. He has led six sigma projects to improve marketed products, co-led technology transfers, and has been responsible for compiling and reviewing all compliance documentation of new products. Ricardo has also reviewed and approved changes to marketed products from a technical standpoint, demonstrating his expertise in ensuring product quality and regulatory compliance.