Senior Program Manager/ Project Manager

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. Bristol Myers Squibb Netherlands Bristol Myers Squibb has been active in the Dutch market for over 50 years, employing people across a range of activities and business units in Utrecht, The Netherlands. The Netherlands is also home to our first European Cell Therapy facility, located at the Leiden Bio Science Park, the largest life sciences cluster of The Netherlands. This new state of the art facility is focused on commercial manufacturing with capabilities for multi-product Cell Therapy manufacturing. You can become part of this exciting journey. Check out this video if you want to know more about it! The Netherlands has everything it takes to become the medicines hub of Europe, the so-called Boston by the North Sea. As we continue to expand our footprint by building this new site, we are looking to grow our team. Would you like to become an important chain in our worldwide network to bring this new personalized treatment to patients suffering from blood cancer? Join us and be a game changer! For more information about Bristol Myers Squibb Netherlands, visit us at bms.com/nl or careers.bms.com/nl Position Summary Bristol-Myers Squibb is building new state-of-the-art Multi-Product Cell-Therapy based manufacturing facility at Leiden in The Netherlands. Once commissioned, the new facility will significantly increase Bristol-Myers Squibb’s Cell-therapy process capability/capacity and play a central role in its global manufacturing network. BMS is seeking to recruit a permanent Senior Project Manager, Cell Therapy Business Process Management (Senior Project Manager). The Senior Project Manager is responsible for planning, leading and delivery of Cell Therapy operations projects and programs. The Senior Project Manager will manage and lead cross-functional business teams to start up the new Leiden CTF. The Senior Project Manager contributes to the success of the PMO team by applying a structured project management approach to complex projects that optimizes planning and delivery of the portfolio of projects, as well as contributes to maturing project management processes, tools, and methodologies to support execution of the portfolio of projects and enhancements to enable late stage clinical and commercial operations. Key Responsibilities Lead cross-functional project teams within business to support Cell Therapy Identify and align interdependencies between business and technology delivery schedules as well as operational needs Manage risks and issues, including leading creation of mitigation plan and/or escalation as required Work creatively, pragmatic and analytically to solve problems demonstrating teamwork and innovation Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, presentations, and risk assessments Lead process improvements within the PMO team applying lessons learned, best practices, and innovations to mature project management processes, tools, and methodologies Communicate and reach alignment between multiple cross functional stakeholders Qualifications & Experience 10+ years of project management experience in supply chain or manufacturing environment (pharmaceutical/GMP industry is required, experience in cell therapy is preferred Excellent knowledge of and competency in project management processes, including planning, resource planning and allocation, risk and issue management Experience successfully leading large, complex projects or programs and experience in Tech Transfers Strong leadership, diplomatic and motivational skills including the ability to work and drive issues to resolution independently and cooperatively in a diverse group Demonstrates high degree of executive presence with ability to deliver executive level presentations, challenge assumptions and drive decision making Self-motivated, decisive, with the ability to adapt to change and competing demands Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English Project management certification or designation desired Disclaimer: For any third parties or external agencies, please, be informed we do not accept unsolicited requests, proposals, applications or profiles for any of our roles at BMS. Why You Should Apply 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.