Senior Manager, Business Partnering, Quantitative Systems Pharmacology

Key Skills

Business Process Management (BPM), Data science techniques, Effective communication skills, Leadership Skill, Quantitative models

Job Description

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.

At Bristol Myers Squibb, we are inspired by a single vision – transforming patients’ lives through science. In oncology, hematology, immunology and cardiovascular disease – and one of the most diverse and promising pipelines in the industry – each of our passionate colleagues contribute to innovations that drive meaningful change. We bring a human touch to every treatment we pioneer. Join us and make a difference.

Position Summary

At BMS, digital innovation and Information Technology are central to our vision of transforming patients’ lives through science. To accelerate our ability to serve patients around the world, we must unleash the power of technology. We are committed to being at the forefront of transforming the way medicine is made and delivered by harnessing the power of computer and data science, artificial intelligence, and other technologies to promote scientific discovery, faster decision making, and enhanced patient care.

If you want an exciting and rewarding career that is meaningful, consider joining our diverse team!

Desired Candidate Characteristics: 

• Have a strong commitment to a career in technology with a passion for healthcare 
• Ability to understand the needs of the business and commitment to deliver the best user experience and adoption 
• Able to collaborate across multiple teams
• Demonstrated leadership experience 
• Excellent communication skills 
• Innovative and inquisitive nature to ask questions, offer bold ideas and challenge the status quo 
• Agility to learn new tools and processes 

Key Responsibilities

As the IT Business Partner for Quantitative Systems Pharmacology, this person will have some domain knowledge, build strong partnership with SMEs and senior leadership, develop compelling business cases to advance the mission and help evolve the digital strategy working with area Digital Capability Manager, cross functional delivery teams and IT leadership. This role will own the following key activities.

• Develop a good grasp of the business process and data flows and be accountable for management of associated documentation and to ensure compliance needs are met.
• Manage user requests for IT related services and ensure timely resolution
• Manage product functionality, enhancement requests, requirements backlog and help prioritize the same for release management
• Work with the DCM and establish good working relationship with external vendors to articulate user needs, help understand business process, define acceptance criteria and set priorities on deliverables.
• Actively participate in business Community of Practice sessions, hold office hours to assist on user issues and manage user experience
• Work with DCM and other BMS teams to help develop solutions that meets the user needs, improve existing processes or develop new ones as required.
• Knowledge of validation process as it relates to GxP is a plus

Qualifications & Experience

• Requires advanced knowledge applicable to a wide range of work in computational modeling and simulation and general knowledge of R&ED functions, typically gained through a university degree and 6-8 years of experience.
• May lead initiatives related to continuous improvement or ensuring IT technology solutions meets the user needs. Works independently on most deliverables.
• Responsible for a large sub-function working in a matrix team environment
• Demonstrates ability to build and leverage relationships through diplomacy with a broader focus within the Function.​
• Articulates and presents complex information clearly and concisely across all levels. Ability to demonstrate in-depth knowledge, expertise and analytical skills thereby establishing a strong reputation for themselves and the team.​
• Participates in decision making and brings a variety of strong views and perspective to achieve team objectives. ​
• Looks for challenging opportunities and focus on building strong capabilities. Encourages and coach others to do the same.
• Demonstrates a focus on improving processes, structures and knowledge within the team. Leads in analyzing current states, deliver strong recommendations in understanding complexity in the environment, and the ability to execute to bring complex solutions to completion.​
• Recognizes the potential impact on internal/external challenges on the future state success. Conveys and takes immediate action to correct any variation in quality, ensures accuracy and completeness of others' work outputs.​
• Demonstrates sophisticated analytical thought using various data sources and internal/external environment. Understands the broader implications of actions and perspective. Synthesizes results and links patterns and trends. Considers lessons learned and best practices in conveying to the team's understanding and knowledge.​