District Business Manager, Oncology- Southern CA

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This district includes: San Diego, Orange County, San Bernadino, Riverside and Hawaii.

We are building our talent pipeline in Oncology/Hematology Sales and we are looking for smart, professional and passionate people, such as yourself, who want to make a difference in the lives of patients. As part of our Hematology Sales team, you will be a part of a growing and dynamic sales organization that has a strong heritage and continues to be at the forefront of bringing new and innovative cancer therapies to the market, such as immunotherapies in multiple tumor types.

Our Oncology/Hematology pipeline is one of the best in the industry and having an elite sales team in place is critical to our success. As a member of the Oncology/Hematology sales team, you will be among the best in your profession and have the opportunity to collaborate with talented and dedicated people. Bristol Myers Squibb takes a vested interest in developing our people for not only today but for the long term. We are looking to hire our future leaders and help you reach your potential while building a career that makes you proud. Please consider this opportunity to learn about Bristol Myers Squibb, and join a stellar team of people who share your goal of changing survival expectations for cancer patients and their families.

What we are looking for:

The District Business Manager leads a team of motivated sales professionals that represent the integrity of the company by providing approved, disease and product information and resources to key decision makers and stakeholders, helping to make a difference in the lives of patients. We are looking for leaders who can inspire and motivate a team to reach and exceed business goals, while maximizing their growth and development potential.

Who do you work with:

The District Business Manager reports to the Regional Business Director and works collaboratively across a matrix sales organization to appropriately address customer needs and ensure that we deliver on our sales targets and our objective of demonstrating value among our customers.

What are the primary responsibilities:

• Leads a team of highly motivated sales professionals by creating and articulating a vision for the district that builds off of the objectives and vision for the organization as a whole.

• Effectively analyzes performance data, market trends, market access dynamics, and builds strategic business plans to address challenges and capitalize on business opportunities.

• Demonstrates clear and thorough understanding of BMS Hematology products, Hematology marketplace, relevant competitive products and the disease area. Leverages this knowledge to model and coach team to exemplary selling skills and product and disease state knowledge.

• Actively facilitates the growth and development of team members based on their needs, motivation and business requirements.

• Creates an environment of continuous learning where team members feel challenged and engaged.

• Must be able to effectively lead a group through change while maintaining focus on current and future business needs.

• Complies with all laws, regulations and policies that govern the conduct of BMS

We want to know about you:

Qualifications and Experience we look for in a candidate:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with minimum of 5 years of pharmaceutical industry experience, or other related industry experience.

• Prior experience as a District Business Manager in Pharmaceutical Sales, or equivalent experience in leading and managing high performing teams is required.

• Hematology experience is strongly preferred, including an understanding of Hematology reimbursement, access and distribution environment.

• Proven track record of inspiring and leading teams to meet or exceed expectations and goals.

• Proven successful track record of selecting, developing and retaining talented individuals.

• Previous experience that has required use of analytical skills, selling skills, and development of strong business acumen, and working knowledge of the market access environment.

• As this position requires operation of a Company-provided vehicle, offers of employment are contingent upon the candidate meeting the requirements of “Qualified Driver,” as determined by the Company in its sole discretion, including but not limited to the following: 1) at least 21 years of age; 2) a driver’s license in good standing issued by your state of residence; and, 3) a driving risk level deemed acceptable by the Company.

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Compensation Overview:

Field - United States - US: $180,120 - $218,257

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

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.

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With 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 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 View email address on aiapply.co. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.

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