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. Position Summary This position plays a critical role in the planning and execution of activities for the Oncology WW Medical Affairs Department, including brand and medical planning, budget planning, congress planning, workforce planning, and execution of special projects. The Executive Director, Medical Affairs Strategy and Operations Head is responsible for leading a team of S&O colleagues and project managers who are charged with partnering with colleagues in WW Medical Affairs or in other functions to lead or support the business operations and execution of the oncology portfolio. There is a critical need in this complex ecosystem of therapeutic assets and disease areas to bring rigorous strategy and execution to portfolio optimization, evidence generation across the portfolio and to ensure effective, repeatable launches that will benefit patients. Key Responsibilities Partner with the WW SVP to design and execute 1–5 year global medical strategies across oncology.

Lead Business Process Management: Overseeing execution of processes, ensuring interdependencies are managed and inputs/outputs are controlled

Efficiency & Effectiveness: Identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance performance and reduce complexity

Budget & Resource Management: Managing headcount, budget allocation, and operational planning in partnership with finance and functional teams

Oversee operational planning, budget allocation, and headcount management in collaboration with Finance and HR.

Translate strategic goals into actionable initiatives and monitor progress through KPIs and performance dashboards.

Manage a high-performing team supporting cross-matrix medical strategy teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Coordinate portfolio planning and resource allocation, ensuring alignment with P&L guidance and strategic priorities.

Collaborate with cross-functional departments (HR, Finance, IT) to streamline operations, budgeting, and forecasting.

Drive automation and data-driven process improvements; implement scalable tools and systems.

Oversee vendor relationships, contract negotiations, and procurement processes.

Ensure compliance with organizational policies and regulatory standards.

Lead development and review of Integrated Evidence Plans (IEPs) and oversee execution of the MEG Book of Work.

Develop and communicate Medical Affairs Excellence dashboards to track deliverables and inform leadership.

Identify global best practices across Medical Affairs, assess capabilities, and drive continuous improvement.

Lead special projects requiring medical leadership and cross-functional collaboration.

Build infrastructure to support global medical functions and serve as an active member of the WW Medical Affairs Oncology Leadership Team.

Qualifications & Experience Proven leadership in developing and executing global medical strategies in oncology.

Strong track record in aligning evidence generation with launch readiness across therapeutic areas.

Ability to translate enterprise goals into actionable initiatives, balancing scientific and business acumen.

A bachelor’s degree in a related field such as life sciences, healthcare, business, or a similar discipline along with 7-10+ years of experience is required. An advanced degree—such as an MD, PharmD, PhD, or MBA—is strongly preferred.

Experience in business development evaluation and PMP certification preferred.

Prior experience as Chief of Staff to executive leadership is a plus.

Skilled in strategic assessment, framing recommendations, and driving decision-making.

Expertise in project/portfolio management with a focus on execution and impact.

Strong relationship-building, influence, and organizational engagement skills.

Strategic leadership with the ability to align, negotiate, and collaborate across functions.

Background in Medical or Clinical Development roles and analytics related to product launches is advantageous.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Demonstrated success in people management, coaching, and development in diverse environments.

Strong analytical and scientific interpretation skills; effective cross-functional collaboration (e.g., clinical, regulatory, HEOR, access).

Strategic thinking with ability to develop and implement both short- and long-term plans.

HQ-based role with ~20% international/domestic travel.

The starting compensation for this job is a range from $265,460 - $321,700, plus incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility). The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills and where the job is performed. Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience. Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect and may include the following: Medical, pharmacy, dental and vision care. Wellbeing support such as the BMS Living Life Better program and employee assistance programs (EAP). Financial well-being resources and a 401(K). Financial protection benefits such as short- and long-term disability, life insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection and survivor support. Work-life programs include paid national holidays and optional holidays, Global Shutdown days between Christmas and New Year’s holiday, up to 120 hours of paid vacation, up to two (2) paid days to volunteer, sick time off, and summer hours flexibility. Parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military leave. Family care services such as adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, fertility/infertility benefits, support for traveling mothers, and child, elder and pet care resources. Other perks like tuition reimbursement and a recognition program. #LI-HYBRID Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing Careers 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. 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 . Visit to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement. BMS cares about your well-being and the well-being of our staff, customers, patients, and communities. As a result, the Company strongly recommends that all employees be fully vaccinated for Covid-19 and keep up to date with Covid-19 boosters. BMS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area. Any data processed in connection with role applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data privacy policies and regulations.