Director, Strategy & Operations

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. Director, Strategy & Operations – Boudry Site This role reports to the VP, Global Drug Development (GDD) Strategy & Capabilities with alignment to the SVP, Global Medical Affairs and Boudry site head. The Boudry site is a key innovation hub for BMS – with a growing manufacturing and R&D footprint. Core responsibilities of this role include thought partnership on the vision / growth strategy for the site, and operational execution on the delivery of that strategy. This role will partner effectively across multiple enterprise functions – including Global Product and Supply (GPS), Global Drug Development (GDD), Commercialization, Finance, and Corporate Affairs. It is critical that the candidate effectively collaborate and engage with a matrixed team of global professionals. Core responsibilities of this role are: A member of the Site Leadership Team (SLT), a cross-functional team responsible for governing Boudry site operations and growth strategy Partnering with site leadership on development of a long-term site growth plan, defining key performance metrics for plan delivery, and effectively managing delivery to plan Managing an ongoing set 10-15 strategic site initiatives as a project management office (PMO), ensuring connectivity across the seams, and enabling prioritization / resourcing conversations when needed Partnering with enterprise business partners to plan and implement internal and external engagement opportunities – inclusive of Town Halls, Site engagement activities, Senior Leader meetings etc. Ensuring connectivity and local/global interfaces with other key BMS sites across the network – Shanghai, Tokyo, Uxbridge and BMS NJ sites among others Develop executive-level presentations and updates to facilitate BMS leadership discussions on site strategy and growth Requirements: Undergraduate (BA/BS) degree required; Advanced degree or MBA preferred 7-10 years of professional experience in strategy & operations roles across life sciences or management consulting Business operations or Program Management experience and familiarity with matrix management Demonstrated strength in partnering with business leaders to assess critical needs and performance, developing and effectively managing plans and initiatives, and delivering business outcomes Flexible and able to adapt to change and thrive in a fast-paced working environment Comfort in agile work environment and capable of bringing structure to vaguely defined problems while using creative yet pragmatic problem-solving approaches Proactive, organized, and promoter of diversity and inclusivity Highly effective verbal and written communication skills; strong change & stakeholder management skills Ability to build relationships and influence, and drive organizational engagement across functions and sites Working fluency in French a plus About Bristol Myers Squibb Bristol Myers Squibb R&D is a science-driven, passionate organization determined to discover, develop and deliver medicines that have the potential to transform the lives of patients and establish new standards of care in areas of high unmet need. Patients’ needs and scientific discovery are our driving force. We have a history of scientific excellence. We dramatically changed outcomes in HIV; we helped discover a cure for HCV; and we developed a novel medicine with proven benefit for atrial fibrillation. We also pioneered targeting the immune system in cancer research, breaking new ground in the science of immuno-oncology. Today, we are transforming the way certain cancers are treated and focusing our research efforts on areas of high unmet need in Oncology, Hematology, Cardiovascular disease, Immunology and Fibrosis. Our goal is to leave an enduring positive impact on society by making a meaningful difference in the lives of even more patients. Our people are our greatest asset. Our R&D organization is made up of industry-leading researchers and drug developers who have a passion for science, a curiosity for discovery and a commitment to translating these advances into medicines that make a difference for patients. Our teams are part of a unique global ecosystem that is set up to be agile, interactive and conducive to translating a nascent idea into a powerful treatment. We follow the science. Our pipeline of promising molecules and medicines is deliberately built through a multi-disciplinary, collaborative approach. We are deepening our understanding of disease biology and uncovering biomarker insights to help predict how patients will respond to treatment with the ultimate goal of making precision medicine a reality for more patients. We believe partnership and collaboration are essential. Academic research centers, laboratories, clinicians, clinical trials organizations, government, advocates and industry – all of these organizations contribute to a vibrant healthcare ecosystem that is critical to continued scientific advancement. From the global research networks we’ve created to our creative approach to business development, we complement internal innovation with external innovation – identifying new scientific hypotheses to better understand how to translate research findings into improved patient outcomes. We believe digital health and data connectivity is transforming our industry. Over the past few years, there has been an explosion of available electronic medical records, genomics and claims data. This, combined with our own data, biomedical and health informatics partnerships, and new analytical tools, is changing how we interact with payers, suppliers and patients. By leveraging the collective power of data & analytics, we are accelerating the pipeline, enhancing the speed of clinical trials, demonstrating the value of our medicines and helping to inform clinical decisions. We are constantly anticipating what’s coming next, navigating and discovering new technologies, enabling our understanding of new ways to use them and applying them to advance drug discovery, development and delivery to patients as quickly as possible. Our mission is clear: to discover, develop and deliver innovative medicines to patients with serious diseases. 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.