Job Description

At Bristol Myers Squibb, we are inspired by a single vision – transforming patients’ lives through science. In oncology, hematology, immunology and cardiovascular disease – and one of the most diverse and promising pipelines in the industry – each of our passionate colleagues contribute to innovations that drive meaningful change. We bring a human touch to every treatment we pioneer. Join us and make a difference.

The Business Operations Lead will be the strategic and operational partner for the Head of the Worldwide Strategic Collaborations (WWSC) and the Head of the Medical Data Generation organizations. The goal of WWSC is to initiate, form, and maintain strategic partnerships with key academic research centers, innovative collaborations, and professional societies and associations in order to accelerate research and clinical business priorities and support global health equity. The goal of the Medical data Generation (MDG) organization is to coordinate all aspects associated with medical-led data generation aligned with the Integrated Evidence Plan (IEP) to enable HCPs and broader medical community across the markets to inform treatment decisions and improve access, with high quality and in a timely and cost-effective manner.

The Strategy & Operations Lead will provide leadership for strategy development and execution in collaboration with the corresponding business leaders and their leadership teams. As such, it is critical that he/she is able to effectively and efficiently partner with/advise both the operating partners and other leaders in the organization to evaluate, assess, design, enhance, and develop long- and short-term strategies (1-5 years). Extensive experience translating strategy to actionable projects and initiatives is also required of the successful candidate.

He/she must be able to drive the successful delivery of project and/or organizational objectives across business units by ensuring effective stakeholder management, alignment and business engagement, and provide guidance to staff and business leaders to improve project execution and remove barriers to successful execution.

Critical skills will include being able structure vaguely defined problems while utilizing pragmatic scope program solving approach in executive management. Strong experience will also be required in managing strategic initiatives to inform/shape long-term model transformation. The successful candidate will also provide input on organizational design strategy; coordinate planning & provide guidance to stakeholders regarding budget trends, P&L guidance, implications and identify concerns and solutions. As such it is critical that he/she has a demonstrated track record of developing and engaging a matrix team in order to allocate resources with the right skills to projects/initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Accountable for the strategic planning & execution, finance and resource management, metrics & performance measurement, communication & collaboration, governance, quality & continuous improvement, vendor & contract management, and operational support for WWSC and MDG teams

• Responsible for driving market engagement strategies and optimizing operations to impact business performance

• Oversee the planning of execution of WWSC and MDG events including cross-institutional summits, townhalls, office hours, and organizational development activities

• Partner with BI&A and IT to increase the productivity and efficiency of the enterprise through digital innovation and monitor and analyze WWSC and MDG business outcomes 

• Maintain onboarding curriculum for incoming staff and partner with WWSC and MDG LT to maintain team specific curriculum

• Lead the execution of the above-institution governance model and WWSC communication strategy and tactical plans

• Oversee alliance agreement and contract management for WWSC and lead the development of a SOP for Collaboration Research Studies

• Lead the execution of the multiple governance meetings associated with review and approval of medical-led research in medical affairs (including MDOC and periodic Steering Committee meetings)

• Oversee the engagement of MDG during the development and update of the different asset IEPs, supporting the implementation, and continuous update of the evidence catalog

• The individual in this role must be able to monitor and assess external trends to inform and educate stakeholders and stay abreast of macro trends in the healthcare environment, therapeutic area market and brand enterprise drivers

• A critical aspect of this role is the ability to work seamlessly across the BMS enterprise (entire drug development spectrum including preclinical to HEOR/RWD) and coordinate the input of other stakeholders

• The incumbent will leverage capabilities and expertise within the broader organization to drive business objectives, resolve business issues, and optimize opportunities

• May manage 1-2 direct reports or contractors

Qualifications:

• BA/BS degree required; advanced degree preferred

• 10+ years relevant experience preferred, ideally with global experience

• Demonstrated experience in successfully managing and executing cross-functional initiatives

• Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders across various levels of the organization, cultures, and geographies

• Experience in project management with the ability to work independently, develop clear action plans, execute, and drive effective decision making

• Ability to build relationships and influence, and drive organizational engagement

• Experience in Worldwide roles and across a range of business areas a plus

• Highly effective written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills

• Experience in budget management

Reports to:

• Senior Director, Strategy & Operations, Medical Capabilities

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Around the world, we are passionate about making an impact on the lives of patients with serious diseases. Empowered to apply our individual talents and diverse perspectives in an inclusive culture, our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.

Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives. 

Physical presence at the BMS worksite or physical presence in the field is an essential job function of this role which the Company deems critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, employee well-being and engagement, and enhances the Company culture.

To protect the safety of our workforce, customers, patients and communities, the policy of the Company requires all employees and workers in the U.S. and Puerto Rico to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless they have received an exception based on an approved request for a medical or religious reasonable accommodation.  Therefore, all BMS applicants seeking a role located in the U.S. and Puerto Rico must confirm that they have already received or are willing to receive the full COVID-19 vaccination by their start date as a qualification of the role and condition of employment.  This requirement is subject to state and local law restrictions and may not be applicable to employees working in certain jurisdictions such as Montana. This requirement is also subject to discussions with collective bargaining representatives in the U.S.

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