Bristol Myers Squibb
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Challenging. Meaningful. Life‑changing. Those aren’t words usually associated with a job. At Bristol Myers Squibb, work is anything but ordinary. From optimizing a production line to the latest breakthroughs in cell therapy, we transform the lives of patients and the careers of those who do it.
We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives.
Position Summary This global executive role shapes and drives the Corporate Quality vision, delivering strategic leadership and enterprise‑wide quality and compliance across Bristol Myers Squibb. As a trusted advisor to senior leadership, the VP ensures alignment with business goals and global regulations, proactively managing quality risks and opportunities. The VP owns the global Quality Management System (QMS), championing effectiveness and continuous improvement throughout the product lifecycle—from R&D to commercialization.
Key Responsibilities
Establish and oversee a unified, process‑centric QMS that spans the entire product lifecycle, ensuring continuous improvement, fit‑for‑purpose solutions, and simplification.
Lead the development, implementation, and ongoing effectiveness of the global QMS in alignment with regulatory expectations across all enterprise functions.
Drive Enterprise Quality Governance by setting quality metrics and KPIs to monitor performance and sustain improvement.
Build and develop a cross‑divisional Global Process Owner Network that sustains the QMS with senior leaders across R&D, GPDS, and Commercial.
Oversee SOP governance, document control, training programs, data integrity and electronic quality systems (including AI governance).
Design and implement internal processes and communication mechanisms to assess emerging global regulatory expectations for impact on the organization and the overall BMS QMS.
Communicate effectively and build cooperative relationships across divisions and external partners on quality, compliance and regulatory matters.
Oversee and lead quality and compliance risk management initiatives to minimize risk and potential impact of quality and/or non‑compliance events.
Build and deploy Culture of Excellence plans to improve a culture of quality across BMS.
Ensure proactive quality and compliance oversight and adherence to QMS across internal operations and external partners through risk‑based approaches, global inspection readiness, and independent audit.
Provide quality and compliance expertise and oversight in support of significant compliance remediation, health authority inspection responses and actions, and regulatory communications.
Actively engage with regulators and industry peers, representing BMS across industry and regulatory QMS forums.
Chair the QMS Governance Forum responsible for overseeing the QMS operating model.
Build and continuously develop a high‑performing global Quality team.
Foster a culture of accountability, integrity, collaboration, and innovation within Quality and across the Enterprise.
Qualifications & Experience
20+ years of BioPharma experience, with demonstrated experience in R&D and commercial manufacturing, including pharmaceutical and biologics.
Bachelor of Science in a relevant discipline (e.g., Chemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering) or Engineering; advanced degree (MBA, MS, or PhD) preferred.
Extensive knowledge of GxP global regulations with experience representing BMS to regulatory agencies.
Experience leading a major quality discipline with GxP quality experience.
Extensive experience in GLPs, GCPs, GPVP, and GMPs (inclusive of medical devices).
International regulatory experience in a GxP environment.
Proven experience dealing with FDA and other major regulatory agencies.
Experience with digital innovation, including automation and artificial intelligence capabilities.
Managed a large global operation involving diverse cultures and employees.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a matrix environment and drive results through influence as well as direct management.
In‑depth experience in managing large teams and providing coaching, development, and mentoring.
Experience in advanced technology including technology transfer (R&D to manufacturing and/or between operations).
Experience with managing a large budget.
Experience in computer system validation, analytical methods development/transfer, quality systems, product quality complaints, combination products/device quality.
Position may require 20–30% travel on occasion.
Compensation Overview $373,380 – $452,448 (annual base). Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities may be available based on eligibility.
Benefit Offerings
Health Coverage – Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.
Well‑being Support Programs – BMS Well‑Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, 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.
Work‑life Benefits
Paid Time Off – US exempt employees flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval), 11 paid national holidays (with some exceptions). Non‑exempt, hourly employees receive 160 hours annual paid vacation for new hires, 11 national holidays, and 3 optional holidays.
Additional time off 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 Year's Day.
Supporting People With Disabilities BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments, and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request accommodations prior to accepting an offer. For assistance, contact adastaffingsupport@bms.com. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility for the full EEO statement.
Candidate Rights BMS will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in the applicant’s area.
Data Protection We will never request payments, financial information, or social security numbers during our application or recruitment process. Learn more about protecting yourself at
. All data processed in connection with role applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data privacy policies and regulations.
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We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives.
Position Summary This global executive role shapes and drives the Corporate Quality vision, delivering strategic leadership and enterprise‑wide quality and compliance across Bristol Myers Squibb. As a trusted advisor to senior leadership, the VP ensures alignment with business goals and global regulations, proactively managing quality risks and opportunities. The VP owns the global Quality Management System (QMS), championing effectiveness and continuous improvement throughout the product lifecycle—from R&D to commercialization.
Key Responsibilities
Establish and oversee a unified, process‑centric QMS that spans the entire product lifecycle, ensuring continuous improvement, fit‑for‑purpose solutions, and simplification.
Lead the development, implementation, and ongoing effectiveness of the global QMS in alignment with regulatory expectations across all enterprise functions.
Drive Enterprise Quality Governance by setting quality metrics and KPIs to monitor performance and sustain improvement.
Build and develop a cross‑divisional Global Process Owner Network that sustains the QMS with senior leaders across R&D, GPDS, and Commercial.
Oversee SOP governance, document control, training programs, data integrity and electronic quality systems (including AI governance).
Design and implement internal processes and communication mechanisms to assess emerging global regulatory expectations for impact on the organization and the overall BMS QMS.
Communicate effectively and build cooperative relationships across divisions and external partners on quality, compliance and regulatory matters.
Oversee and lead quality and compliance risk management initiatives to minimize risk and potential impact of quality and/or non‑compliance events.
Build and deploy Culture of Excellence plans to improve a culture of quality across BMS.
Ensure proactive quality and compliance oversight and adherence to QMS across internal operations and external partners through risk‑based approaches, global inspection readiness, and independent audit.
Provide quality and compliance expertise and oversight in support of significant compliance remediation, health authority inspection responses and actions, and regulatory communications.
Actively engage with regulators and industry peers, representing BMS across industry and regulatory QMS forums.
Chair the QMS Governance Forum responsible for overseeing the QMS operating model.
Build and continuously develop a high‑performing global Quality team.
Foster a culture of accountability, integrity, collaboration, and innovation within Quality and across the Enterprise.
Qualifications & Experience
20+ years of BioPharma experience, with demonstrated experience in R&D and commercial manufacturing, including pharmaceutical and biologics.
Bachelor of Science in a relevant discipline (e.g., Chemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering) or Engineering; advanced degree (MBA, MS, or PhD) preferred.
Extensive knowledge of GxP global regulations with experience representing BMS to regulatory agencies.
Experience leading a major quality discipline with GxP quality experience.
Extensive experience in GLPs, GCPs, GPVP, and GMPs (inclusive of medical devices).
International regulatory experience in a GxP environment.
Proven experience dealing with FDA and other major regulatory agencies.
Experience with digital innovation, including automation and artificial intelligence capabilities.
Managed a large global operation involving diverse cultures and employees.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a matrix environment and drive results through influence as well as direct management.
In‑depth experience in managing large teams and providing coaching, development, and mentoring.
Experience in advanced technology including technology transfer (R&D to manufacturing and/or between operations).
Experience with managing a large budget.
Experience in computer system validation, analytical methods development/transfer, quality systems, product quality complaints, combination products/device quality.
Position may require 20–30% travel on occasion.
Compensation Overview $373,380 – $452,448 (annual base). Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities may be available based on eligibility.
Benefit Offerings
Health Coverage – Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.
Well‑being Support Programs – BMS Well‑Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, 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.
Work‑life Benefits
Paid Time Off – US exempt employees flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval), 11 paid national holidays (with some exceptions). Non‑exempt, hourly employees receive 160 hours annual paid vacation for new hires, 11 national holidays, and 3 optional holidays.
Additional time off 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 Year's Day.
Supporting People With Disabilities BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments, and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request accommodations prior to accepting an offer. For assistance, contact adastaffingsupport@bms.com. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility for the full EEO statement.
Candidate Rights BMS will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in the applicant’s area.
Data Protection We will never request payments, financial information, or social security numbers during our application or recruitment process. Learn more about protecting yourself at
. All data processed in connection with role applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data privacy policies and regulations.
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