VP, COMMERCIAL PROCUREMENT

Company: Bristol-Myers Squibb Company
Location: Princeton
Posted on: October 31, 2024

Job Description:

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 .The role of the VP, Commercial Procurement is to lead an organization that is responsible for overseeing and managing the procurement activities related to all aspects of commercialization of BMS product portfolio. This role plays a critical role in driving performance across the Commercial procurement categories including, cost savings and optimizing supplier relationships, including small and diverse suppliers. This role works in close collaboration with Commercial leaders to enable the company revenue targets and the new product pipeline. The Vice President of Commercial Procurement reports to the Chief Procurement Officer.This role leads and provides guidance to the commercial procurement organization including, performance goals, coaching and mentoring, and fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment that encourages innovation and continuous learning.This role also collaborates with internal business partners and stakeholders, such as commercial teams and finance, to understand their procurement needs and align strategies accordingly. Build strong relationships and effective communication channels to ensure procurement activities support business objectives. This role is also responsible for managing the relationship, performance and SLAs with key strategic suppliers.Major Responsibilities and Accountabilities:Design, develop and execute SS&P's Commercial strategy.Enhance and drive the deployment, execution and adoption of a global Commercial strategy for process areas such as:AdvertisingMediaCommercial DistributionsContact CentersDiagnostic ServicesField ForceFulfillment & PrintMedical AffairsPatient Access and SupportPartner closely and regularly interact with a wide array of stakeholders across the Commercial organization to establish, enable, continuously improve and govern BMS' sourcing experience:Work with the Commercial organization to enable the company revenue targets by leveraging sourcing strategies.Interact with SS&P leadership regularly to ensure strategies meet continuously evolving business needs.This role leads the international teams who support procurement needs from the Commercial organization outside of the United States.Talent/People Development:Responsible for building and managing a team that provides all the Commercial Procurement support globally.Build and continuously improve the capability by ongoing talent development; establishing/communicating criteria for evaluating staff performance; managing head count, and directing the implementation of work processes and practices to optimize team engagement (myVoice survey) and effectiveness.Dedicated project resources with a focus on driving process excellence related to Commercial categories.Supplier Diversity and Sustainability:Ensure BMS meets or exceeds supplier diversity targets as it relates to small and diverse business spendDrive continuous improvement to maximize small and diverse spend across all categories of spendSupport the execution of the procurement sustainability strategy that ensures fulfillment of the BMS commitments and external stakeholder/shareholder requirements.Qualifications:Minimum Requirements:B.S./B.A.Minimum of 15+ years of related business, Accounts Payable, Accounting, Procurement Operations, Finance or transaction processing experience5+ years experience in the management of a large, financial processing organizationMinimum of 3 years Pharmaceutical Procurement experienceExperience leading and participating on cross-functional and/or global teamsProven/Successful leadership track record including managing teams of senior professional and managers and establishing performance expectationsInternal stakeholder management, data/information management, continuous improvement expertise and project management skillsExtensive experience in Project Management in the areas of process improvement and technology implementationStrong Risk Management skillsExperience successfully working with colleagues internationally, especially in a highly collaborative manner and culture. Strong relationship management.Demonstrated experience leading Change through process re-engineering and valuation/implementation of best practices and leading technologies, with knowledge of industry best practices and local accommodationsStrong virtual team leadership, communications, project management, analytical, organization and presentation skillsDemonstrated Customer Service mindset and successful ability to lead through influence rather than authorityExtensive strategy development and business plan development experienceData analysis and presentation skillsPreferred Qualifications:M.S./M.B.A.Professional certifications (e.g. CPM, CPIM).5 years Pharmaceutical Procurement experienceMembership in Professional Associations, e.g. ISMSix Sigma certificationIf 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.Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing CareersWith a single vision as inspiring as Transforming patients' lives through science--- , 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 an inclusive culture, promoting diversity 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 ProtocolBMS has a diverse 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.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 adastaffingsupport@bms.com . Visit careers.bms.com/ (https://careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility) eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.BMS cares about your well-being and the well-being of our staff, customers, patients, and communities. As a result, the Company strongly recommends that all employees be fully vaccinated for Covid-19 and keep up to date with Covid-19 boosters.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: https://careers.bms.com/california-residents/Any data processed in connection with role applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data privacy policies and regulations.Company: Bristol-Myers SquibbReq Number: R1582868Updated: 2024-10-27 02:16:29.128 UTCLocation: Summit West-NJBristol Myers Squibb is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, gender expression, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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