Project Manager, GDO-IT

Bristol-Myers Squibb - Princeton, NJ

Full-time - Mid Level

Princeton, NJ

Chemical Manufacturing

About the position

The primary responsibility of the Project Manager in Global Development Operations Information Technology (GDO-IT) at Bristol Myers Squibb is to plan and execute a strategic portfolio of projects. This role is crucial for ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget. The Project Manager will collaborate with cross-functional teams and vendors to drive intended business outcomes, managing a broad set of stakeholders to meet business objectives with urgency. The position requires a commitment to a career in technology, particularly with a passion for healthcare, and the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple teams. Demonstrated leadership capabilities, excellent communication skills, and an innovative mindset are essential for success in this role. The Project Manager must also possess the agility to learn new tools and processes quickly. Key responsibilities include planning and leading the execution of assigned projects that support the objectives of the Cross Study Operations & Specimen Management (CSO & SM) Product Line within GDO IT. The Project Manager will create detailed project plans, identify dependencies, evaluate risks, and communicate project status to management and stakeholders. They will ensure that project deliverables, schedules, and financials adhere to established standards and are managed in alignment with BMS Project Management best practices. Periodic evaluation of performance and the development of action plans to achieve performance goals are also critical aspects of the role. The Project Manager will monitor and control the schedule and financial health of projects, providing actionable insights to stakeholders, and proactively removing obstacles to maintain project momentum. Additionally, the Project Manager will engage necessary resources across the enterprise to ensure successful project completion, establish project management and governance structures in collaboration with Product Managers and Technical leads, and advise on the application of Project Management best practices, including Agile, SDLC, and PMF. Continuous improvement of the adoption and maturity of these best practices across IT is also a key responsibility. Collaboration with product managers, technical leads, and portfolio managers on business case development for investments is essential, translating experience and insights into improved estimates and outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead execution of assigned projects supporting the objectives of Cross Study Operations & Specimen Management (CSO & SM) Product Line in GDO IT.
• Create detailed project plans, identify dependencies, evaluate risks, and communicate status to appropriate levels of management and stakeholders across multiple projects.
• Ensure project deliverables, schedules, and financials adhere to established standards and are managed in alignment with BMS Project Management best practices across their assigned projects.
• Periodically evaluate performance and develop action plans to ensure achievement of performance goals.
• Monitor and control schedule and financial health of their assigned projects and provide actionable insights to key stakeholders.
• Proactively remove obstacles to drive assigned project's momentum and progress.
• Plan and engage necessary resources across the enterprise to ensure successful completion of assigned projects.
• Establish project management and governance structures in collaboration with Product Managers and Technical leads.
• Advise and consistently apply Project Management best practices (including Agile, SDLC and PMF) and tools.
• Collaborate with product managers, technical leads, and portfolio managers on business case development for investments, translating experience & insights into improved estimates and outcomes.

Requirements

• Requires advanced knowledge of project management methodologies and practices, typically gained through a university degree and/or 5 plus years of relevant experience.
• Must have knowledge of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and have a working knowledge of the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK). PMP certification is a plus.
• Knowledge and experience in computer systems validation are preferred.
• Experience with software development methodologies and requirements-gathering techniques such as Agile (Scrum, SAFe, etc.) and Waterfall is preferred.
• Experienced in development of project structures, defining team roles and responsibilities, working with and leveraging various staffing/sourcing models including the oversight of system integrators.
• Demonstrated experience leading initiatives related to implementation of new technologies in life science industry.
• Demonstrated ability to build and leverage relationships through diplomacy.
• Demonstrated ability to articulate and present complex information clearly and concisely across all levels of organization.
• Experienced in process improvement. Has lead analysis of current states, deliver strong recommendations in understanding complexity in the environment, and the ability to execute to bring complex solutions to completion.
• Ability to recognize the potential impact on internal/external challenges on the future state success.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of Agile methodologies such as Scrum and SAFe.
• Experience in the life sciences industry.
• Familiarity with project management tools and software.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Flexible work environment with options for hybrid work.
• Comprehensive health insurance plans.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.