Strategy and Operations, Associate Director

Working with Us

Challenging. 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. Take your career farther than you thought possible.

• Partner with Data Science & Advanced Analytics, and Chief Statistics & Data Science Office leadership to develop and execute strategic plans aligned with portfolio priorities.
• Drive consistency and excellence in operational processes, while creating an environment of data‑driven decision‑making.
• Lead cross‑functional project delivery from ideation to execution, ensuring transparency, accountability, and measurable impact.
• Oversee end‑to‑end financial planning and reporting, including budget projections, vendor spend tracking, and risk management.
• Monitor and optimize resource allocation for internal and external teams, supporting both pipeline objectives and continuous improvement efforts.
• Facilitate strategic discussions, elevate key risks, and collaborate with project leads across the organization.
• Work with technical leads to manage reporting, compliance, and KPIs, following best practices.
• Lead or support continuous improvement initiatives focused on process optimization and technical innovation.
• Author leadership messaging and change‑management communications for internal and external stakeholders.
• Mentor junior talent in best practices for project management, stakeholder engagement, and continuous improvement.
• Build and maintain strong relationships across divisions, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Coordinate internal events (e.g., Town Halls, scientific innovation meetings) and conference management activities.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, regulatory requirements, and quality standards.

• Advanced degree in Business Management, Life Sciences, Data Science, Computer Science, or related discipline (MBA, MS, PhD, Pharm
  
  D preferred).
• 7+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry or a regulated environment, with a focus on data science, analytics, or statistics.
• Experience in management consulting, strategy consulting, or similar advisory roles strongly preferred.
• Proven program leadership:
  Exceptional project and program management skills with a track record of delivering complex, cross‑functional initiatives on time and within scope.
• Technical expertise:
  Proficient in analytics platforms, Microsoft applications, and SharePoint to enable data‑driven decision‑making and collaboration. Preference for expertise in AI/Automation.
• Strategic influence:
  Experienced in driving organizational change, resolving challenges at a strategic level, and serving as a trusted thought partner to senior stakeholders.
• Relationship builder:
  Skilled at fostering strong partnerships across divisions and cultures, leading enterprise‑wide initiatives, and aligning diverse teams toward common goals.
• Communication excellence:
  Outstanding written and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels, internally and externally.
• Enterprise connector:
  Acts as a key point of connectivity to manage dependencies and ensure seamless execution of end‑to‑end strategies.

Madison – Giralda – NJ – US: $167,520 – $202,992
Princeton – NJ – US: $167,520 – $202,992

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.