Senior Vice President, Global Development Operations

Bristol Myers Squibb Careers
Cambridge, MA
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Position Summary

Head of the Global Development Operations function, accountable to lead an integrated, end to end global clinical operations function accountable for acceleration and 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
  • Anticipates & drives strategic evolution of GDO function and provides strong leadership and vision for the function and in the execution of clinical trials
  • Manages, builds and leads global development operations function to execute and achieve functional responsibilities and program goals in compliance with GCP, ICH and other global regulatory requirements
  • Provides comprehensive strategic leadership for 2,100+ multi-site organization across 40+ countries; including Regional Clinical Operations, Global Trial Management, Global Data Management and Trial Delivery Support.
  • Optimizes clinical trial costs, CRO contracts as part of continued strategic value capture
  • Accountable to deliver innovative digital solutions to optimize and accelerate the clinical trial process
  • Collaborates with development heads to establish clear strategy & objectives for clinical trials and programs including estimation and articulation of risks/benefits
  • Delivers on BMS Diversity Commitments by increasing patient voice and diversity in BMS-conducted clinical trials
  • Maintains full GCP compliance and ensures the highest ethical standards of clinical trial and business conduct
  • Ensures that all operations comply with local HR, health, safety, environmental/risk management legislation and GCP as well as with corporate compliance policies
  • Identifies and grows the next generation of GDO and DD leaders in partnership with the rest of the DD Leadership Team
  • Influences beyond area of responsibilities to drive innovation agenda by partnering with all relevant stakeholder groups incl. Research, GPS, Commercialization and supporting functions.
  • Maintains global leadership and external reputation that attracts outstanding staff and commands respect of investigators to provide competitive superiority for BMS

Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Science or Business, Advanced degree strongly preferred.
  • Significant experience (20+years) of drug development or related experience managing clinical and CMC development under a variety of contexts; multiple clinical trials and operations required (ideally with pharma co and /or CRO)
  • A 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 global level, with a significant R&D component as a key driver (renewal of portfolio, development cycle. M&A activity)
  • Ability to develop strong working relationships with key internal stakeholders and outside of BMS (functional and project leaders, peers and 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.
  • 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

If you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn't perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career.

Compensation Overview

$527,940 - $639,733

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.

Eligibility for specific benefits listed on our careers site may vary based on the job and location. For more on benefits, please visit //careers.bms.com/life-at-bms/.

Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans in effect at the time and may require enrollment. Our benefits include

  • 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.

Work-life benefits include

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

Based on eligibility*, 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.

All global employees full and part-time who are actively employed at and paid directly by BMS at the end of the calendar year are eligible to take advantage of the Global Shutdown.

  • Eligibility Disclosure T he summer hours program is for United States (U.S.) office-based employees due to the unique nature of their work. Summer hours are generally not available for field sales and manufacturing operations and may also be limited for the capability centers. Employees in remote-by-design or lab-based roles may be eligible for summer hours, depending on the nature of their work, and should discuss eligibility with their manager. Employees covered under a collective bargaining agreement should consult that document to determine if they are eligible. Contractors, leased workers and other service providers are not eligible to participate in the program.

Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing Careers

With a single vision as inspiring as Transforming patients' lives through scienceā„¢ , every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in a supportive culture, promoting global participation in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.

On-site Protocol

BMS has an occupancy structure that determines where an employee is required to conduct their work. This structure includes site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design jobs. The occupancy type that you are assigned is determined by the nature and responsibilities of your role

Site-essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility. Site-by-design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. For these roles, onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive Company culture. For field-based and remote-by-design roles the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function.

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 a reasonable workplace accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your inquiries to [email protected] . Visit careers.bms.com/ eeo -accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.

Candidate Rights

BMS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.

If you live in or expect to work from Los Angeles County if hired for this position, please visit this page for important additional information //careers.bms.com/california-residents/

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 //careers.bms.com/fraud-protection .

Any data processed in connection with role applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data privacy policies and regulations.

If you believe that the job posting is missing information required by local law or incorrect in any way, please contact BMS at [email protected] . Please provide the Job Title and Requisition number so we can review. Communications related to your application should not be sent to this email and you will not receive a response. Inquiries related to the status of your application should be directed to Chat with Ripley.

R1597153 Senior Vice President, Global Development Operations

Posted 2026-01-08

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