Director – Portfolio & Program Management

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• Supports PPM Strategy Formulation, Planning and Operating Model Design including leading the PPM Strategy Execution, Change Management and PPM improvement efforts

• Develops and leads PPM strategic imperatives and projects

• Provides operational support to manage PPM priorities, objective setting, execution, and tracking. Develops workshop materials, development engagements, team effectiveness. May drive annual Drug Development business reviews and or initiatives.

• As a deputy to the PPM Operations lead, drives quarterly budget projections, including resource requirements, escalation of business risks, and tracking of progress against goals in partnership with PPM LT and Finance​.  Serves as the gatekeeper for budget management and performance on behalf of the PPM Chief of Staff. Oversees tracking of resourcing requirements and occupancy strategy in partnership with PPM Business operations team members and Human Resources. In addition, provides centralized budget and resourcing support to the Therapeutic Area Chief of Staffs.

• Leads Program management for DD and PPM Events and leadership meetings (e.g, extended leadership meetings, town halls, speaking engagements, etc.) Provides event support to the Therapeutic Area Chief of Staff. May lead CMO events on behalf of the Chief of Staff to the CMO (e.g. Leadership Circle or PACE). 

• Develops PPM leadership messaging (e.g., leadership change management messaging, reinforcement of communications cascade from Enterprise, Drug Development LT, and PPM Head)

• Develops strategic business improvement initiatives to create efficiencies and optimize ways of working within Development org in partnership with cross functional stakeholders.​

• Contributes to, and leads by influence, an integrated network across DD and the enterprise in partnership with R&D Comms, Change management and other PPM Capabilities.

• Drives interactions with key stakeholders across development and the enterprise (i.e. lead through influence)

• Contributes to the integrated community of practice across DD Strategic operations, and enterprise partners as appropriate, to ensure consistency across the development organization.   Establishes key interfaces across drug development and the PPM LT to shape the agenda and build connections across DD.

• Manages Centralized Drug Development Congress planning and budget targets across therapeutic areas and DD functions aligned to the Congress Strategy in partnership with Medical Congress Planning. Manage congress planning system and reporting. Manage registration for the drug development attendees.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Business Management and/or advanced degree in related discipline preferred (e.g., Degree in Life Sciences (MBA, MS, PhD, Pharm D).   Project Management certification a plus but not required​

• Prior experience as a Chief of Staff is a plus

• 8-12 years of experience with the Pharmaceutical industry ​

• Thorough understanding of company policies ​

• Demonstrated innovation, flexibility, open-mindedness, and adaptability to meet objectives in a rapidly changing environment with shifting priorities ​

• Track record of commitment to Quality in all areas ​

• High proficiency in and demonstration of critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision making  ​

• Anticipates needs and assesses and manages business and organizational risks  ​

• Prior success in situations requiring adaptability/ flexibility ​

• Proven ability to self-supervise and act independently to identify/resolve issues ​

• Ability to build trusting relationships, lead large/complex programs, and work across divisions, diverse business backgrounds, and cultures.  ​

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interface with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders at all levels of the organization.  ​

• Excellent influencing and negotiating experience and capabilities in a matrix environment​

• Exhibits confidence and professional diplomacy while effectively relating to people at all levels (internally and externally) ​

• Strong project management and execution skills.

• Has proven track record on delivering results

If you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn’t perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career.

Madison - Giralda - NJ - US: $190,060 - $230,308 Princeton - NJ - US: $190,060 - $230,308

The starting compensation range(s) for this role are listed above for a full-time employee (FTE) basis. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility) may be available. The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills, where the job is performed, the employee’s work schedule, job-related knowledge, and experience. Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience. 

Eligibility for specific benefits listed on our careers site may vary based on the job and location. For more on benefits, please visit https://careers.bms.com/life-at-bms/.

Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect and may include the following: Medical, pharmacy, dental and vision care. Wellbeing support such as the BMS Living Life Better program and employee assistance programs (EAP). Financial well-being resources and a 401(K). Financial protection benefits such as short- and long-term disability, life insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection and survivor support. Work-life programs include paid national holidays and optional holidays, Global Shutdown Days between Christmas and New Year’s holiday, up to 120 hours of paid vacation, up to two (2) paid days to volunteer, sick time off, and summer hours flexibility. Parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military leave. Family care services such as adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, fertility/infertility benefits, support for traveling mothers, and child, elder and pet care resources. Other perks like tuition reimbursement and a recognition program.

Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing Careers
With a single vision as inspiring as “Transforming patients’ lives through science™ ”, every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in a supportive culture, promoting global participation in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.

On-site Protocol

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Site-essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility. Site-by-design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. For these roles, onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive Company culture. For field-based and remote-by-design roles the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function.

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