Bristol Myers Squibb
Senior Vice President, Global Development Operations
Bristol Myers Squibb, Princeton, New Jersey, us, 08543
Senior Vice President, Global Development Operations
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Working with Us Challenging, meaningful, and life‑changing. Working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely interesting work happens every day in every department—from optimizing production lines to breakthroughs in cell therapy. Your work will transform patients’ lives and advance the careers of high‑achieving teams. You will grow through opportunities uncommon in scale and scope, and take your career farther than you thought possible.
Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services, and programs that provide employees the resources to pursue their goals both at work and in their personal lives.
Position Summary Lead the Global Development Operations (GDO) function as Member of the Drug Development Leadership Team, reporting to the Chief Medical Officer. Accountable to lead an integrated, end‑to‑end global clinical operations function and accelerate delivery of clinical trials across the full company product portfolio (Phase I – IV).
Key Responsibilities
Member of the Drug Development Leadership Team, reporting to the Chief Medical Officer
Anticipate and drive strategic evolution of the GDO function and provide strong leadership and vision in the execution of clinical trials
Manage, build, and lead a global development operations team to execute and achieve functional responsibilities and program goals in compliance with GCP, ICH and other global regulatory requirements
Provide comprehensive strategic leadership for a 2,100+ multi‑site organization across 40+ countries, including Regional Clinical Operations, Global Trial Management, Global Data Management and Trial Delivery Support
Optimize clinical trial costs, CRO contracts as part of continued strategic value capture
Be accountable to deliver innovative digital solutions to optimize and accelerate the clinical trial process
Collaborate with development heads to establish clear strategy and objectives for clinical trials and programs, including estimation and articulation of risks/benefits
Deliver on BMS Diversity Commitments by increasing patient voice and diversity in BMS‑conducted clinical trials
Maintain full GCP compliance and ensure the highest ethical standards of clinical trial and business conduct
Ensure compliance with local HR, health, safety, environmental/risk management legislation and GCP as well as corporate compliance policies
Identify and grow the next generation of GDO and Drug Development leaders in partnership with the Rest of the DD Leadership Team
Influence beyond the area of responsibility to drive the innovation agenda by partnering with all relevant stakeholder groups, including Research, GPS, Commercialization and supporting functions
Maintain global leadership and external reputation that attracts outstanding staff and commands respect of investigators, providing BMS competitive superiority
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Science or Business; advanced degree strongly preferred
20+ years of experience in drug development or related areas managing clinical and CMC development in a variety of contexts; multiple clinical trials and operations required (ideally with pharma Co‑op and/or CRO)
Demonstrated track record of success leading, engaging, managing, and developing a large global multi‑site, multi‑cultural organization
Leadership experience of a large‑scale enterprise transformation at a global level, with a significant R&D component (renewal of portfolio, development cycle, M&A activity)
Ability to develop strong working relationships with key internal stakeholders and external partners (functional and project leaders, peers, employees at all levels, vendors, pharma industry community)
Demonstrated ability to develop strategic direction for GDO in support of R&D strategy
Strong scientific competency and credibility
Excellent leadership capabilities able to engage and inspire a fast‑moving organization
Experience managing cross‑geographic and complex organizations, processes, technology and talent
Experience driving transformation across organizational changes, digital uplift and accelerating ways of working
Experience having developed next‑generation leaders in previous assignments
Compensation Overview $527,940 – $639,733 (Full‑time employee; additional incentive cash and stock opportunities may be available)
Benefits
Health Coverage: Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care
Wellbeing 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
Paid Time Off: US Exempt Employees flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval, 11 paid national holidays; exceptions apply in Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico, or Rayzebio). Non‑exempt, hourly employees receive 160 hours annual paid vacation, 11 national holidays, and optional holidays. Additional paid sick time, volunteer days, summer hour flexibility, leaves of absence, and an annual global shutdown may apply based on eligibility.
Work‑Life Benefits Include
Unlimited paid sick time (where applicable)
Up to 2 paid volunteer days per year
Summer hours flexibility
Leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military needs
Annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Year’s Day (availability varies by role)
Uniquely Interesting Work, Life‑Changing Careers With a single vision of
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Senior Vice President, Global Development Operations
role at
Bristol Myers Squibb .
Working with Us Challenging, meaningful, and life‑changing. Working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely interesting work happens every day in every department—from optimizing production lines to breakthroughs in cell therapy. Your work will transform patients’ lives and advance the careers of high‑achieving teams. You will grow through opportunities uncommon in scale and scope, and take your career farther than you thought possible.
Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services, and programs that provide employees the resources to pursue their goals both at work and in their personal lives.
Position Summary Lead the Global Development Operations (GDO) function as Member of the Drug Development Leadership Team, reporting to the Chief Medical Officer. Accountable to lead an integrated, end‑to‑end global clinical operations function and accelerate delivery of clinical trials across the full company product portfolio (Phase I – IV).
Key Responsibilities
Member of the Drug Development Leadership Team, reporting to the Chief Medical Officer
Anticipate and drive strategic evolution of the GDO function and provide strong leadership and vision in the execution of clinical trials
Manage, build, and lead a global development operations team to execute and achieve functional responsibilities and program goals in compliance with GCP, ICH and other global regulatory requirements
Provide comprehensive strategic leadership for a 2,100+ multi‑site organization across 40+ countries, including Regional Clinical Operations, Global Trial Management, Global Data Management and Trial Delivery Support
Optimize clinical trial costs, CRO contracts as part of continued strategic value capture
Be accountable to deliver innovative digital solutions to optimize and accelerate the clinical trial process
Collaborate with development heads to establish clear strategy and objectives for clinical trials and programs, including estimation and articulation of risks/benefits
Deliver on BMS Diversity Commitments by increasing patient voice and diversity in BMS‑conducted clinical trials
Maintain full GCP compliance and ensure the highest ethical standards of clinical trial and business conduct
Ensure compliance with local HR, health, safety, environmental/risk management legislation and GCP as well as corporate compliance policies
Identify and grow the next generation of GDO and Drug Development leaders in partnership with the Rest of the DD Leadership Team
Influence beyond the area of responsibility to drive the innovation agenda by partnering with all relevant stakeholder groups, including Research, GPS, Commercialization and supporting functions
Maintain global leadership and external reputation that attracts outstanding staff and commands respect of investigators, providing BMS competitive superiority
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Science or Business; advanced degree strongly preferred
20+ years of experience in drug development or related areas managing clinical and CMC development in a variety of contexts; multiple clinical trials and operations required (ideally with pharma Co‑op and/or CRO)
Demonstrated track record of success leading, engaging, managing, and developing a large global multi‑site, multi‑cultural organization
Leadership experience of a large‑scale enterprise transformation at a global level, with a significant R&D component (renewal of portfolio, development cycle, M&A activity)
Ability to develop strong working relationships with key internal stakeholders and external partners (functional and project leaders, peers, employees at all levels, vendors, pharma industry community)
Demonstrated ability to develop strategic direction for GDO in support of R&D strategy
Strong scientific competency and credibility
Excellent leadership capabilities able to engage and inspire a fast‑moving organization
Experience managing cross‑geographic and complex organizations, processes, technology and talent
Experience driving transformation across organizational changes, digital uplift and accelerating ways of working
Experience having developed next‑generation leaders in previous assignments
Compensation Overview $527,940 – $639,733 (Full‑time employee; additional incentive cash and stock opportunities may be available)
Benefits
Health Coverage: Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care
Wellbeing 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
Paid Time Off: US Exempt Employees flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval, 11 paid national holidays; exceptions apply in Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico, or Rayzebio). Non‑exempt, hourly employees receive 160 hours annual paid vacation, 11 national holidays, and optional holidays. Additional paid sick time, volunteer days, summer hour flexibility, leaves of absence, and an annual global shutdown may apply based on eligibility.
Work‑Life Benefits Include
Unlimited paid sick time (where applicable)
Up to 2 paid volunteer days per year
Summer hours flexibility
Leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military needs
Annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Year’s Day (availability varies by role)
Uniquely Interesting Work, Life‑Changing Careers With a single vision of
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