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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.
Position Summary
As Senior Manager in the Project Office, you will lead high-impact functional and technical projects and drive continuous improvement across the People Organization. You will optimize processes, enhance efficiency, and ensure that HR initiatives are executed in alignment with organizational goals. This role is ideal for a proactive, detail-oriented leader who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and excels at managing complex, cross-functional projects from concept to completion.
Key Responsibilities
Project Leadership:
- Lead and deliver HR projects from initiation to completion, ensuring timely and on-budget execution.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define scope, objectives, and deliverables.
- Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, timelines, and resource allocation.
Subject Matter Expertise:
- Serve as a project management SME, guiding teams and stakeholders across HR.
- Stay current on industry trends, best practices, and regulatory changes to ensure compliance and effectiveness.
Change Management:
- Champion change initiatives for HR process improvements, driving seamless transitions and user adoption.
- Design and deliver training programs for HR staff and stakeholders.
Stakeholder Collaboration:
- Build strong relationships with HR team members, department heads, and external partners.
- Act as a liaison to ensure project goals align with organizational objectives.
Risk and Issue Management:
- Assist in identifying project risks and issues and escalate them to head of Project Office, sponsors, and steering committee members.
- Support in developing and implementing risk mitigation strategies.
- Monitor project risks and issues and provide status updates.
Budget Tracking:
- Assist in tracking project budgets and expenses.
- Collaborate with the finance department to ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Assist in preparing financial reports related to project expenditures.
Quality Assurance:
- Assist in maintaining project quality standards and adherence to best practices.
- Participate in quality reviews and audits as required.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, operations management, project management, or related field.
- 5+ years of project management experience on both functional and technical projects as well as in waterfall and agile environments.
- Proficiency in project management software.
- Strong business acumen, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
- PMP, PSM/CSM, or Lean Six Sigma certification (or in progress).
- Experience in change management, management consulting, and product management.
- Proficiency in HRIS (HR Information Systems).
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
Princeton - NJ - US: $122,910 - $148,938
Tampa - FL - 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.
Benefits
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 military needs and an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day. All global employees full and part-time who are actively employed at and paid directly by BMS at the end of the calendar year are eligible to take advantage of the Global Shutdown.
*Eligibility Disclosure: The summer hours program is for United States (U.S.) office-based employees due to the unique nature of their work. Summer hours are generally not available for field sales and manufacturing operations and may also be limited for the capability centers. Employees in remote-by-design or lab-based roles may be eligible for summer hours, depending on the nature of their work, and should discuss eligibility with their manager. Employees covered under a collective bargaining agreement should consult that document to determine if they are eligible. Contractors, leased workers and other service providers are not eligible to participate in the program.
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
Responsibilities
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.
Supporting People With Disabilities
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 adastaffingsupport@bms.com. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.
Candidate Rights
BMS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area. If you live in or expect to work from Los Angeles County if hired for this position, please visit this page for important additional information: https://careers.bms.com/california-residents/
Data Protection
We will never request payments, financial information, or social security numbers during our application or recruitment process. Learn more about protecting yourself at https://careers.bms.com/fraud-protection. Any data processed in connection with role applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data privacy policies and regulations. If you believe that the job posting is missing information required by local law or incorrect in any way, please contact BMS at TAEnablement@bms.com. Please provide the Job Title and Requisition number so we can review. Communications related to your application should not be sent to this email and you will not receive a response. Inquiries related to the status of your application should be directed to Chat with Ripley.
R1600077: Senior Manager, Project Office - Project Manager
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.
Position Summary
As Senior Manager in the Project Office, you will lead high-impact functional and technical projects and drive continuous improvement across the People Organization. You will optimize processes, enhance efficiency, and ensure that HR initiatives are executed in alignment with organizational goals. This role is ideal for a proactive, detail-oriented leader who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and excels at managing complex, cross-functional projects from concept to completion.
Key Responsibilities
Project Leadership:
- Lead and deliver HR projects from initiation to completion, ensuring timely and on-budget execution.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define scope, objectives, and deliverables.
- Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, timelines, and resource allocation.
Subject Matter Expertise:
- Serve as a project management SME, guiding teams and stakeholders across HR.
- Stay current on industry trends, best practices, and regulatory changes to ensure compliance and effectiveness.
Change Management:
- Champion change initiatives for HR process improvements, driving seamless transitions and user adoption.
- Design and deliver training programs for HR staff and stakeholders.
Stakeholder Collaboration:
- Build strong relationships with HR team members, department heads, and external partners.
- Act as a liaison to ensure project goals align with organizational objectives.
Risk and Issue Management:
- Assist in identifying project risks and issues and escalate them to head of Project Office, sponsors, and steering committee members.
- Support in developing and implementing risk mitigation strategies.
- Monitor project risks and issues and provide status updates.
Budget Tracking:
- Assist in tracking project budgets and expenses.
- Collaborate with the finance department to ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Assist in preparing financial reports related to project expenditures.
Quality Assurance:
- Assist in maintaining project quality standards and adherence to best practices.
- Participate in quality reviews and audits as required.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, operations management, project management, or related field.
- 5+ years of project management experience on both functional and technical projects as well as in waterfall and agile environments.
- Proficiency in project management software.
- Strong business acumen, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
- PMP, PSM/CSM, or Lean Six Sigma certification (or in progress).
- Experience in change management, management consulting, and product management.
- Proficiency in HRIS (HR Information Systems).
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
Princeton - NJ - US: $122,910 - $148,938
Tampa - FL - 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.
Benefits
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 military needs and an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day. All global employees full and part-time who are actively employed at and paid directly by BMS at the end of the calendar year are eligible to take advantage of the Global Shutdown.
*Eligibility Disclosure: The summer hours program is for United States (U.S.) office-based employees due to the unique nature of their work. Summer hours are generally not available for field sales and manufacturing operations and may also be limited for the capability centers. Employees in remote-by-design or lab-based roles may be eligible for summer hours, depending on the nature of their work, and should discuss eligibility with their manager. Employees covered under a collective bargaining agreement should consult that document to determine if they are eligible. Contractors, leased workers and other service providers are not eligible to participate in the program.
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
Responsibilities
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.
Supporting People With Disabilities
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 adastaffingsupport@bms.com. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.
Candidate Rights
BMS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area. If you live in or expect to work from Los Angeles County if hired for this position, please visit this page for important additional information: https://careers.bms.com/california-residents/
Data Protection
We will never request payments, financial information, or social security numbers during our application or recruitment process. Learn more about protecting yourself at https://careers.bms.com/fraud-protection. Any data processed in connection with role applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data privacy policies and regulations. If you believe that the job posting is missing information required by local law or incorrect in any way, please contact BMS at TAEnablement@bms.com. Please provide the Job Title and Requisition number so we can review. Communications related to your application should not be sent to this email and you will not receive a response. Inquiries related to the status of your application should be directed to Chat with Ripley.
R1600077: Senior Manager, Project Office - Project Manager
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Which biotech & pharma companies sponsor visas in Florida?
Major sponsors include Johnson & Johnson in Miami, Thermo Fisher Scientific with multiple Florida locations, and AbbVie's manufacturing facilities. Growing companies like Karyopharm Therapeutics in Miami and numerous clinical research organizations throughout Tampa Bay and Orlando also sponsor H-1B and other work visas for specialized roles in drug development and clinical operations.
How to find biotech & pharma visa sponsorship jobs in Florida?
Migrate Mate specializes in biotech and pharmaceutical visa sponsorship opportunities specifically in Florida. The platform filters roles by companies with proven sponsorship history in the state's key biotech hubs including Miami's life sciences district, Tampa Bay's research corridor, and emerging clusters in Jacksonville and Orlando.
Which cities in Florida have the most biotech & pharma sponsorship jobs?
Miami leads with its life sciences corridor housing major pharmaceutical companies and clinical research organizations. Tampa Bay follows with a concentration of drug development firms and medical device companies. Orlando has emerging opportunities in biotechnology research, while Jacksonville hosts several pharmaceutical manufacturing and distribution facilities that sponsor international workers.
What visa types are most common for biotech & pharma roles in Florida?
H-1B visas dominate for research scientists, clinical data managers, and regulatory affairs specialists. O-1 visas are common for senior researchers with publications or patents. L-1 transfers occur frequently as multinational pharmaceutical companies move employees to Florida operations. TN status applies to Canadian and Mexican professionals in qualifying scientific roles.
What are the prevailing wage considerations for biotech jobs in Florida?
Florida's biotech prevailing wages vary significantly by region, with Miami commanding higher rates due to cost of living and competition for talent. Tampa Bay and Orlando offer competitive rates with lower living costs. Research positions and clinical development roles typically meet H-1B wage requirements, though entry-level positions may face closer scrutiny from USCIS.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored biotech & pharma jobs in Florida?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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