Senior Project Manager

Job description

Working 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. Read more: careers.bms.com/working-with-us. 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 Therapy Author project charters including definition of high-level timelines and budget needs by consulting with project team, SMEs, and other stakeholders as necessary Define, secure, and communicate resource plan Define and manage detailed project schedule including routine communication of progress, risks, and issues Understand interdependencies between business and technology delivery schedules as well as operational needs Manage risks and issues, including leading creation of mitigation plan and/or escalation as required Work creatively and analytically to solve problems demonstrating teamwork and innovation Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, presentations, and risk assessments Lead process improvements within the PPM team applying lessons learned, best practices, and innovations to mature project management processes, tools, and methodologies Manage 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 skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Excellent knowledge of and competency in project management processes, including planning, resource planning and allocation, risk and issue management Experience successfully leading large projects or programs, e.g., rollout of IT systems like ERP Experience in SDLC Methodologies, Agile, SCRUM, SDLC/Waterfall preferred Strong leadership, diplomatic and motivational skills including the ability to work and drive issues to resolution independently and cooperatively in a diverse group Demonstrates high degree of executive presence with ability to deliver executive level presentations, challenge assumptions and drive decision making Self-motivated, decisive, with the ability to adapt to change and competing demands Project management certification or designation desired Knowledge of applications such as Microsoft Office Suite, Smartsheet, Microsoft Project or similar project management software, etc. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills Minimum 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. BMSCART, #LI-Hybrid GPS_2025 If 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. Compensation Overview: Summit West - NJ - US: $122,910 - $148,938 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 https://careers.bms.com/life-at-bms/. 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 mi