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Position Summary

The Director of RDQ Operations and Performance Management will primarily be responsible for setting strategic direction and shaping the function by working closely with Global Quality, Global Product Development & Supply (GPS), and Drug Development (DD) to ensure RDQ is well-positioned for long-term growth and success. Will ensure RDQ delivers on Global Quality strategies and initiatives in alignment with overall GPS and DD Strateg ies .

Key Responsibilities

• Set strategic direction and l ead the development of R&D Quality r oadmap ( final accountability to deliver on the objectives resides with respective RDQ Pillar Head s ) focused on pipeline, performance, and people.

• This will require working closely with senior leaders across GQ , GPS , DD , Early Research, and the R&D Quality Leadership Team .

• Lead the development and oversight of R&D Quality performance metrics to ensure effective consolidation and communication to GQ , GPS , D D and Early Research , as applicable.

• Serve as the primary liaison for Global Quality, Strategy and Business Excellence (SBE), and the Drug Development, Portfolio & Strategy teams to ensure RDQ successfully executes strategic initiatives and projects.

• Create a comprehensive plan that outlines the scope, timeline, resources, and key milestones for strategic initiatives taking into consideration potential risk and mitigations.

• Sets goals for RDQ that are specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and aligned to the broader GQ/GPS and BMS strategies, and time bounded.

• Foster cross-functional collaboration by working closely with the SB&E pillars, including digital strategy, culture and people, business operations, program management, learning and OpEX .

• Provide coordination and support for R&D Quality Leadership Team meetings, ensuring rigor in cadence, agenda, actions and follow-up.

• Responsible for the oversight and management of R&D Quality Budget and Headcount.

• Work closely with other senior leaders to identify opportunities for growth and improvement, and to ensure that the organization is aligned with its overall mission and goals .

Other

• Champion a Quality Mindset and oversee strategic planning processes such as setting clear initiatives, developing strategic plans, engaging stakeholders, allocation of resources, assigning clear responsibilities, communication, risk management, continuous improvement, etc.

• Provide leadership for program governance, operations, and benefits realization such as but not limited to; successful attainment and utilization of the intended advantages, outcomes, or gains that were identified as part of the project objectives .

• Encourage a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the pillar and each strategic initiative to adapt to evolving industry trends and challenges.

• Lead communication efforts and serve as a role model for company values.

• Maintaining adoption, connectivity, and alignment with GPS, GQ, DD and Early Research & cross-functional partnership with key stakeholders such as Finance, HR, External Engagement, B IT, Communication, and Change Management.

• Establish strong partnerships with business stakeholders.

• Lead multidisciplinary or cross-functional work/project teams; serve as part of strategic team(s) within the group/discipline.

• Lead and/or contribute to the implementation of large-scale initiatives and/or organizational changes (such as functional optimization) that affect the department.

• Actively share knowledge with others across multiple disciplines and across lines through existing knowledge sharing processes and systems.

Qualifications & Experience

Education and Experience:

• B.S. and/or M.S. in engineering, scientific or related field .

• PMP and/or Six Sigma / Lean certifications are preferred.

• Minimum 10 + years in biopharmaceutical/life-sciences industries is preferred.

Required Competencies: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proven experience in Operating Excellence, Project Management, and leading operations or continuous improvement teams.

• Demonstrated leadership skills, including the ability to remove roadblocks, establish priorities, and maintain compliance sustainability.

• Leadership experience and effective communication with stakeholders at all levels, along with a keen attention to detail.

• Exceptional strategic thinking abilities, adept at managing complex systems, navigating organizational politics, fostering innovation, and skilled in negotiation and management.

• Possesses a strategic perspective, leading with vision and values, exhibiting global acumen, and displaying a strong leadership disposition.

• Strong customer focus, interpersonal and organizational skills, with a collaborative and teamwork-oriented mindset.

• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

• Adept at working effectively across functional groups and teams to achieve objectives .

• Demonstrated competencies in influencing, negotiating, relationship management, and a continuous improvement mindset.

• Budget management experience, possesses an enterprise mindset, making decisions and sharing resources for the greater benefit.

• Change agility, with the ability to navigate ambiguity, take calculated risks, and lead others through change.

• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities, with a sense of urgency and the capacity to manage priorities and timelines effectively.

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Company: Bristol-Myers Squibb

Req Number: R1588950

Updated: 2025-01-26 01:44:36.937 UTC

Location: Devens-MA

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