Associate Director Diagnostic Services

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This role focuses on the development of the Diagnostic Services category strategy that define how purchasing will be done for post commercialization Diagnostic Services (Incl. Biomarkers Testing) spend across the company, including defining buying channels, purchasing policies, and supplier relationship management program, etc. This role will develop, maintain and implement a 3-5 year strategic category plan that ensures all projects deliver maximum value and are closely aligned to/help inform the business strategy. Additionally, this individual is responsible for overseeing the execution of category strategies by multiple cross-functional teams, including sourcing and contracting. This role will assist in the development of and adherence to strategic category management processes and procedures, supplier and category segmentation, metrics/KPI development and application, and contract management. This role is expected to ensure close alignment to business priorities and functional objectives.

Major Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

Develop global Diagnostic Services category strategy with regional / market variations that define how purchasing will be done for post commercialization Diagnostic Services (including lab testing, biomarker testing, etc.) spend across the company

Define buying channels and purchasing policies to drive compliance and adherence to category strategy, with a user-centric approach

Define a supplier relationship management program, including segmentation criteria and a preferred supplier list for a given category

Develop a 3-5 year strategic plan to realize category strategy targets

Lead development of holistic view of diagnostic landscape at BMS

Ensure clear roles and responsibilities between regional / local resources and global category leads to ensure one-face to the business

Lead and / or support major category initiatives within a multi-year plan including end-to-end process optimization, make / buy analysis and recommendations within a spend category and / or within a major business area

Strategic Business Stakeholder Engagement

Develop and manage key category budget owners and functional stakeholders

Champion Procurement training programs to better support business needs

Drive co-ownership of initiatives and accountability based on agreed upon strategies

Develop and implement metrics and reporting mechanisms

Encourage cross-market and cross-functional collaboration to take advantage of synergies through effective business partnering and stakeholder management

Support business growth by providing market insights and subject matter expertise to key Business Partners

Ensure excellence in delivery of procurement initiatives that maximize corporate, business, and functional priorities and objectives

Ensure close collaboration with regional/local team members to ensure one-face to the business

Remain current with market trends through relationships with Sourcing Managers, suppliers and market experts, and ensure compliance to the BMS process of gaining access / familiarity with emerging supplier capabilities

Coach and develop cross-functional implementation teams to appropriately execute category strategies globally and regionally

Maintain a leadership role to influence business strategies, leverage emerging trends and identify opportunity areas that deliver sustainable value

Act as a strategic enabler of change, introducing new ideas and innovative solutions

Execute Supplier Relationship Management priorities by fostering collaborative relationships with highly strategic global / regional suppliers

Identify, build, and maintain mutually beneficial relationships, partnerships, and alliances with select Diagnostic partners through Supplier Relationship Development programs

Develop a list of preferred suppliers within a category of spend and manage compliance

Recommend or implement changes to the organization's purchasing, supply management and material usage policies as needed

Measure supplier performance using rating systems or predetermined standards

Develop a robust supplier performance and relationship management program by facilitating supplier segmentation, setting value creation targets with the key suppliers, and developing key performance indicators.

Ensure highest standards of excellence in category strategies across key capabilities

Assist in implementation of ideas that will optimize BMS total cost of ownership for spend categories, and support an emerging future pipeline of Continuous Improvement deliverables

Champion effective use of tools and technology to promote efficient delivery of procurement initiatives Internal/External Stakeholders:

Global Procurement teams (SS&P Category Leads in the U.S., SS&P Market Leads ex-US, SS&P R&D, Sourcing Excellence, GP Process & Capabilities, Market Intelligence)

Business Partners (WW Biomarker Commercialization, Pharmacodiagnostic, Global Medical, International Markets & US Commercial Organizations)

Enabling Functions (Business Development, Compliance & Ethics, Legal, Finance, Strategic Contracting Transaction…)

Minimum Requirements:

B.S./B.A. (preferably in a science or technical discipline)

Minimum of 6-8 years of business experience (both pharma business or from a technical standpoint - lab testing, biomarker/diagnostics, etc.)

Minimum of 5-6 years of multi-disciplined procurement experience, or related category domain experience or relevant experience

Minimum of 2 year Pharmaceutical Procurement experience, or working directly with Pharmaceutical Procurement teams or relevant experience

Experience leading and participating on cross-functional and/or global teams

Managerial experience including managing teams of senior professionals and establishing performance expectations

Internal stakeholder management, data/information management, category management, process redesign and continuous improvement/innovation expertise, project management and performance measurement skills

Procurement process knowledge, contract management, financial analysis, market analysis, supplier analysis, supplier diversity, supplier management, technology utilization, strategic planning and integrated supply chain experience

Preferred Qualifications:

M.S./M.B.A.

Professional certifications (e.g. CPM, CPIM).

4 years Pharmaceutical Procurement experience

Membership in Professional Associations, e.g. ISM 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 the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives.

Around the world, we are passionate about making an impact on the lives of patients with serious diseases. Empowered to apply our individual talents and diverse perspectives in an inclusive culture, our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.

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.

Company: Bristol-Myers Squibb

Req Number: R1526730_EN

Updated: 2020-07-24 00:00:00.000 UTC

Location: Princeton,New Jersey

Bristol Myers Squibb is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, gender expression, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Company info

Bristol-Myers Squibb Company
Website : http://www.bms.com