Bristol Myers Squibb · 2 hours ago
Senior Manager, Strategic Programs Lead
West Summit, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$142K/yr - $172K/yr
7+ years expBristol Myers Squibb is a leading company in the field of cell therapy, dedicated to transforming the lives of patients. They are seeking a Senior Manager, Strategic Programs Lead to oversee key program initiatives and manage projects aimed at enhancing operational excellence across cell therapy sites.
BiotechnologyHealth CareMedicalPharmaceuticalPrecision Medicine
Responsibilities
Lead and drive strategic program initiatives to support the growth and operational excellence of functional teams within cell therapy
Project manage multiple cross-functional projects, ensuring timely delivery, effective stakeholder engagement, and achievement of project objectives
Identify, evaluate, and implement improvements in business processes at each cell therapy site and track execution
Collaborate with site leadership and functional teams to develop and optimize CapEx planning and forecasting processes
Aggregate, analyze, and visualize operational and financial data using advanced Excel and Power BI skills to provide actionable insights and recommendations for continuous improvement
Create and drive timelines to keep program(s) on schedule. Prepare program timelines, identifying all significant activities, dependencies, resources, and milestones. Conduct continual review and analysis of critical path activities and communicate any perceived risks for budget or timeline in a timely manner
Support the development and execution of long-term business strategies for Cell Therapy
Facilitate change management and adoption of new processes and systems across sites
Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations in all business processes and financial activities
Challenge assumptions, timelines and expenses at the program level; pressure test plans; and create alternative scenarios, highlighting interdependencies and downstream impacts of strategic decisions
Manage team meetings including developing agendas and documenting decisions and action items
Proactively identify risks and ensure mitigation plans are implemented
Maintain effective communication across the program team through oral and written correspondence
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, or a related field; advanced degree (MBA, MS) preferred
7+ years of experience in strategy, business excellence, project management, or related roles, preferably in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry
Proven track record of leading program initiatives and managing complex projects
Strong analytical skills with experience in financial accounting, CapEx planning, and forecasting
Advanced data literacy, including expertise in Excel (pivot tables, advanced formulas, data modeling) and Power BI (dashboard creation, data visualization, reporting)
Demonstrated ability to drive process improvements and manage change in a matrixed environment
Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
Exceptional organizational skills, with ability to multi-task several objectives in parallel and to work independently with high level of accountability
Customer/patient-focused mindset, with excellent listening and interpersonal skills
Superior written and verbal communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as collaborate within a matrixed organization
Preferred
Experience working in cell therapy or advanced therapies is a plus
PMP or similar project management certification is desirable
Six Sigma / Lean certification preferred
Benefits
Health Coverage: Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.
Wellbeing Support: Programs such as BMS Well-Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
Financial Well-being and Protection: 401(k) plan, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, personal liability protection, identity theft benefit, legal support, and survivor support.
Paid Time Off
US Exempt Employees: flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval, 11 paid national holidays (not applicable to employees in Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico or Rayzebio employees)
Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico and Rayzebio Exempt, Non-Exempt, Hourly Employees: 160 hours annual paid vacation for new hires with manager approval, 11 national holidays, and 3 optional holidays
Additional time off for employees may include unlimited paid sick time, up to 2 paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military needs and an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day.
Company
Bristol Myers Squibb
At Bristol Myers Squibb, we work every day to transform patients’ lives through science.
10001+ employees
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$29.32BKey Investors
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2025-11-05Post Ipo Debt· $5.74B
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2023-10-30Post Ipo Debt· $4.5B
Leadership Team
Charles Bancroft
CFO
Cristian Massacesi
Executive Vice President, Chief Medical Officer and Head of Development
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