Senior Project Manager

Senior Project ManagerWorking 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.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.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 Project Manager, Cell Therapy Business Process Management (Senior Project Manager) is responsible for planning and delivery of Cell Therapy operations projects, programs, and/or business system releases as assigned. The Senior Project Manager will work with cross-functional business and IT teams to develop project charters, define and secure resources, support the budgeting process, build detailed project schedules, and manage and mitigate risks and issues. The Senior Project Manager contributes to the success of the PPM team by applying a structured project management approach to complex projects that optimizes planning and delivery of the portfolio of projects, as well as contributes to maturing project management processes, tools, and methodologies to support execution of the portfolio of projects and enhancements to enable CTDO late stage clinical and commercial operations.Shift Available:Monday - Friday, Hybrid Day Shift, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.Responsibilities:Collaborate with cross-functional teams within business and IT to support Cell TherapyAuthor project charters including definition of high-level timelines and budget needs by consulting with project team, SMEs, and other stakeholders as necessaryDefine, secure, and communicate resource planDefine and manage detailed project schedule including routine communication of progress, risks, and issuesUnderstand interdependencies between business and technology delivery schedules as well as operational needsManage risks and issues, including leading creation of mitigation plan and/or escalation as requiredWork creatively and analytically to solve problems demonstrating teamwork and innovationDevelop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, presentations, and risk assessmentsLead process improvements within the PPM team applying lessons learned, best practices, and innovations to mature project management processes, tools, and methodologiesManage multiple, medium to high complexity cross-functional process improvement and/or Technical Commercialization projects.With input from the team and team leader, lead the development of integrated timelines, ensuring that alignment with Global Project timelines.Ensure adherence to applicable project budgets and propose capital appropriation requests where applicable.Ensure that team recommendations related to project direction and timelines which need endorsement by governance teams are planned for review at appropriate milestones.Promote a culture of collaboration, cooperation, execution excellence, effective communication, and cross-functional problem-solving to enable a high-performing team.Knowledge & Skills:Excellent organizational and time management skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsExcellent knowledge of and competency in project management processes, including planning, resource planning and allocation, risk and issue managementExperience successfully leading large projects or programs, e.g., rollout of IT systems like ERPExperience in SDLC Methodologies, Agile, SCRUM, SDLC/Waterfall preferredStrong leadership, diplomatic and motivational skills including the ability to work and drive issues to resolution independently and cooperatively in a diverse groupDemonstrates high degree of executive presence with ability to deliver executive level presentations, challenge assumptions and drive decision makingSelf-motivated, decisive, with the ability to adapt to change and competing demandsProject management certification or designation desiredKnowledge of applications such as Microsoft Office Suite, Smartsheet, Microsoft Project or similar project management software, etc.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skillsMinimum Requirements:Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Business, Engineering, or a Science-related field.Minimum 8 years of project management experience within a manufacturing GMP environment (not in an IT project management role).At least 5 years of experience with SDLC methodologies, including Agile and SCRUM.Minimum 5 years of professional experience using Microsoft Project.At least 5 years of experience in data analysis and visualization.Excellent knowledge of, and competency in, project management processes, including planning, resource planning and allocation, and risk and issue management.Compensation Overview:Summit West - NJ - US: $122,910 - $148,938The 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 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 OffUS 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 holidaysBased 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: The 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 science™ ", every BMS employee