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.

This role focuses on the development of a category that defines the Hybrid services area, targeted towards identifying point solutions to augment the Consulting Services and Contingent Labor categories at BMS. This role will develop, maintain and implement a 3 - 5 year strategic category plan that ensures all projects deliver maximum value, with additional engagement to lead special projects in Professional Services categories.  Additionally, this individual is responsible for overseeing the execution of category strategies by multiple cross-functional teams, including sourcing and contracting. 

Major Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Develop global category strategies with regional / market variations that define how purchasing will be done for a given spend category

  • Lead and / or support major category initiatives within a multi-year plan including end-to-end process optimization, make / buy analysis and recommendations within a spend category and / or within a major business area

  • Streamline user experience by leveraging buying channels and purchasing policies to drive compliance and adherence to category strategy

  • Define a supplier relationship management program, including segmentation criteria and a preferred supplier list for a given category

• Develop relationships and manage key category budget owners and functional stakeholders

  • Support business growth by providing market insights and subject matter expertise to key Business Partners

  • Support and participate in key governance discussions regarding engagement of hybrid service providers

• Ensure highest standards of excellence across key capabilities and liaise to execute

  • Identify, build, and maintain mutually beneficial relationships and partnerships with select suppliers through Supplier Development and performance measurement efforts

  • Champion effective use of tools and technology to promote efficient delivery of procurement initiatives; develop and implement metrics and reporting mechanisms.

Minimum Requirements:

• B.S./B.A.

• Minimum of 6 -8 years of business experience

• Experience in Professional Services categories either directly in procurement or in the business

• Managerial experience including indirectly managing teams and/or individuals

• Internal senior stakeholder management, data/information management, category management, process redesign and continuous improvement expertise, project management and performance measurement skills

• Procurement process knowledge, financial analysis, market analysis, relationship management, technology familiarity and utilization, strategic planning experience

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.

Our company is committed to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request an approval of accommodation prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application or if you are applying to a role based in the U.S. or Puerto Rico and you believe that you are unable to receive a COVID-19 vaccine due to a medical condition or sincerely held religious belief, during or any part of the recruitment process, please direct your inquiries to adastaffingsupport@bms.com. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.

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