Working with UsChallenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those aren't words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely interesting work happens every day, in every department. From optimizing a production line to the latest breakthroughs in cell therapy, this is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it. You'll get the chance to grow and thrive through opportunities uncommon in scale and scope, alongside high-achieving teams rich in diversity. Take your career farther than you thought possible.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. Read more: careers.bms.com/working-with-us .At Bristol Myers Squibb we are reimagining the future of cell therapy. With our bold ambition, backed by a best-in-the-industry team and long-term commitment, we are leading the way to unlock the full promise of cell therapy as we strive to put more patients on the path to a cure. If you are ready to challenge yourself, accelerate your career, and give new hope to patients, there's no better place than here at BMS with our Cell Therapy team.The Senior Director of Business Excellence is a key role within the Summit, NJ Site where cell therapy operations performs the manufacturing of Autologous Cell Therapy treatments, Abecma and Breyanzi. This role is a key member of the Site Leadership Team (SLT) and is a trusted leadership role serving as the chief of staff to the Site Head and Vice President, Operations. Works directly with the Site Head with input from the SLT setting site strategies, overseeing strategy execution, managing site governance, leading operational excellence and the program management office. Drives the development of goals and strategy while ensuring appropriate KPls are created, reported and managed. Develops the site operational excellence roadmap and builds site maturity enabling attainment of goals. Drives Program and Project Management best practices, promotes standard project management practices across the site in alignment with network practices.Shifts Available:Monday - Friday, Standard Working Hours, Primarily OnsiteResponsibilities:Lead a department of approximately 25 staff focused on:Operational Excellence (OpEx):
Develop the site Operational Excellence strategy and lead execution of OpEx maturity roadmap.
Lead OpEx initiatives driving performance improvement in all aspects of site operations with a focus on improving Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and People.
Act as a consultant for support site initiatives
Lead major network business change initiatives to achieve desired business results.
Program Management Organization (PMO):
Lead strategy development, deployment and execution in partnership with the senior leadership team.
Direct development, integration and realization of plans associated with Site and CTO strategies; lead the alignment of clear objectives and key performance metrics and ensure accountability via data analytics and reporting tools.
As a member of the leadership team, work with SLT to identify and prioritize site and network initiatives that are aligned with the strategic plan.
Provide strategic leadership for program governance, management, and benefits realization.
Knowledge and Skills:
15+ years cumulative experience within the pharmaceutical or related industry
10 years' cumulative experience as a manager of operations, project management or operational excellence teams or equivalent
Leadership: Demonstrated leadership in managing high performing teams, attracting talent, and communicating effectively. Ability to effectively communicate with a variety of stakeholders at all levels, including executives with differing priorities. Strategic thought partner for Site Lead and SLT. Capable of building legitimacy through cultivating honest relationships. Ability to generate trust by demonstrating the highest level of consistency between their words and their actions and maintaining integrity, especially under pressure. They role model and promote an environment of openness. High degree of customer focus and collaboration in a team environment
Enterprise Mindset: The ability to make decisions, set priorities and share resources based on what will benefit the whole. Capable of building and maintaining networks within and outside of the organization to both strengthen the understanding of the big picture and leverage diverse perspectives, experiences and expertise to maximize performance.
Change Agility: Capable of constantly thinking ahead and scanning the environment for opportunities. The ability to navigate ambiguity for themselves by demonstrating smart risk taking and personal resilience. Lead others through change by continuously creating the context and engaging individuals.
Talent Development: Capable of maintaining a current and strategic view of talent management, aligned with the organization's priorities. This includes an understanding of the needs and diversity of the organization's current and future talent. Ability to proactively develop talent across the organization and engage external talent.
Organization and Problem Solving: Delivery - gets the job done. Exhibits a sense of urgency on critical time-dependent issues. Demonstrated planning and organizational skills and ability to manage various priorities and timelines. Problem-solving skill set with the ability to lead strong personalities and drive open items to effective resolution. The ability to work through ambiguity and independently. Capable of creating structure & process where required
Solid business skills including budget management experience
Ability to work in a fast-paced industry and environment, comfortable dealing with ambiguity while driving to make decisions quickly
Basic Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in an engineering or scientific discipline required
Master's degree or advance degree preferred
Six Sigma / Lean certification required
PMP Certification preferred
Working Conditions:
Not to exceed 10% travel
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