BristolMyers Squibb

Associate Director, Commercial Data Product Owner

BristolMyers Squibb$178K — $216K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Data, Life Sciences, Business, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in data products, data governance, MDM, analytics enablement, or commercial data within pharmaceutical or life sciences organizations.
  • Experience with data governance principles, data catalog platforms, and metadata management.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead delivery and execution through strong stakeholder engagement and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

  • Translate the strategic roadmap into delivery plans and track timelines with IT.
  • Facilitate planning, backlog refinement, and end-to-end delivery from requirements through deployment.
  • Engage stakeholders to capture requirements and translate workflows into user stories.
  • Support implementation of data governance frameworks and stewardship roles.
  • Monitor compliance metrics and contribute to data quality documentation.
  • Support build-out and adoption of the enterprise data catalog with accurate metadata.
  • Develop training plans and track usage metrics for data products.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefit plans including wellbeing support, retirement, and insurance offerings.
  • Flexible Time Off (FTO) for U.S.-based exempt employees with no set accrual limit.
  • Paid vacation and company holidays for non-exempt employees, with options for additional holidays.
  • Access to paid volunteer days, summer hours flexibility, and various types of leaves.
  • Annual Global Shutdown between Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
Full Job Description
Summary:

The Associate Director, Commercial Data Product Owner, supports the execution and operationalization of commercialization data products. This delivery- and coordination-focused role manages data domains data governance and facilitates collaboration between technical and business teams, and ensures data products are built, deployed, and adopted effectively.

The Associate Director will contribute to key offerings (e.g., Sales/Marketing, Market Access, Medical, Patient Customer 360, Payer 360, Incentive Comp) supporting data governance, modeling, domain design, catalog management, and data quality

Responsibilities:

Roadmap Execution & Product Delivery
  • Translate the strategic roadmap into delivery plans, backlogs, and release schedules; track scope, dependencies, and timelines with IT.
  • Facilitate planning, backlog refinement, retrospectives and support end-to-end delivery from requirements through deployment.
  • Maintain product documentation, release notes, and versioning; ensure modeling artifacts and catalog entries are part of the definition of done.


Stakeholder Engagement
  • Engage Brand, Sales, Medical, and Market Access stakeholders to capture requirements and translate business workflows into user stories, acceptance criteria, and technical specifications.
  • Facilitate regular stakeholder touchpoints and collaborate with domain owners to validate data definitions, glossary terms, and domain boundaries.


Data Governance
  • Support implementation and enforcement of data governance frameworks, ownership structures, and stewardship roles across commercial data domains.
  • Track compliance metrics, identify gaps, and contribute to data quality rules, lineage documentation, and issue management workflows in alignment with BMS policies.


Data Modeling & Domain Design
  • Support design and implementation of logical and physical data models.
  • Contribute to commercial domain definitions and maintain version-controlled model documentation following governance review processes.


Data Catalog Management
  • Support build-out and adoption of the enterprise data catalog ensuring datasets are catalogued with accurate metadata, lineage, and ownership.
  • Monitor catalog completeness, close gaps, and enable automated metadata capture through pipeline and governance workflow integration.


Data Quality & Operational Excellence
  • Monitor data quality dashboards; escalate completeness, latency, and accuracy issues to appropriate teams.
  • Track operational KPIs (e.g., refresh SLAs, uptime) and support incident triage, root-cause analysis, and resolution.


Adoption, Vendor & Budget Support
  • Develop enablement plans including training, user guides, and dashboards; track usage metrics and synthesize feedback to drive refinements.
  • Support vendor management, SLA monitoring, budget tracking, and research of new technology and tooling options.


Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Data, Life Sciences, Business, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in data products, data governance, MDM, analytics enablement, or commercial data within pharmaceutical or life sciences organizations.
  • Experience with data governance principles, data catalog platforms, and metadata management
  • Demonstrated ability to lead delivery and execution through strong stakeholder engagement and cross-functional collaboration (Commercial, Analytics, IT, Compliance, vendors).


Key competencies desired

  • Working knowledge of modern data platforms and lake house architectures (e.g., Databricks) and how curated data products are delivered and consumed.
  • Strong understanding of operational data governance, including ownership, definitions, classification, approved usage, and privacy/retention controls.
  • Experience implementing and monitoring data quality controls and coordinating issue resolution across data pipelines and vendors.
  • Familiarity with metadata and data cataloging to support discoverability, certification, and governed self-service access.
  • Exposure to third-party commercial data and operationalization of licensing, redistribution, and retention constraints.


#CASA

We hire for skills and capabilities, not just credentials - if this role excites you, but doesn't perfectly match your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway.

Compensation Overview:

Princeton - NJ - US: $178,500 - $216,300

The starting pay range(s) listed above is for full-time employees (FTE). You may also be eligible for additional discretionary incentive cash and stock opportunities. We determine starting pay thoughtfully - carefully considering the nature of the role, required skills, work location, schedule and the knowledge and experience you bring. Final compensation is guided by pay equity principles and applicable employment laws. Compensation programs are reviewed on an ongoing basis and may be adjusted over time to reflect evolving market factors, and individual, team or Company performance.

Benefits:

Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect, you may be eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefit plans - including wellbeing support, retirement and financial protection benefits, and insurance offerings (medical, dental, vision, life and disability).

U.S.-based exempt employees are eligible for Flexible Time Off (FTO), which provides paid time off without a set accrual limit, subject to manager approval, along with 11 paid company holidays each year.

Non-exempt employees, RayzeBio employees, and employees located in Puerto Rico receive 160 hours of paid vacation annually for new hires (subject to manager approval), 11 paid company holidays, and 3 optional holidays.

Depending on eligibility, employees may also have access to additional time-off benefits, including paid sick leave, up to two paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, and leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, or military needs. Eligible employees also enjoy an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas Day and New Year's Day.

U.S.-based job seekers can explore full benefit offerings at https://careers.bms.com/benefits

How We Work

Where you work matters - because collaboration, innovation and patient impact happen in many settings. Our roles are structured across four work models: site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design. The model assigned to this role is based on its core responsibilities. Learn more at https://careers.bms.com/ways-of-working.

About BristolMyers Squibb

BristolMyers Squibb Careers

Join the vibrant team at BristolMyers Squibb, a leader in global biopharmaceutical innovation, where your career growth is as important as the life-changing solutions we develop. At BristolMyers Squibb, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that encourages professional growth and development. Work You’ll Do Embark on a career with BristolMyers Squibb and be part of a company that’s dedicated to discovering, developing, and delivering innovative medicines that help patients prevail over serious diseases. With us, you’ll contribute to a culture that embraces scientific innovation, responsible leadership, and community outreach. Explore job opportunities in various fields from research to marketing, and join a team that values leadership and diversity. Our commitment to career growth means we support your journey with extensive training programs, leadership development opportunities, and a global, diverse network of professionals. Innovative Work At BristolMyers Squibb, innovation is at the core of everything we do. From pioneering research in oncology to breakthroughs in immunology, our professionals have the opportunity to make significant contributions to the field and impact lives globally. Our collaborative environment encourages team members to challenge the status quo and bring forward ideas that pave the way for groundbreaking solutions. Be Part of a Great Team Working at BristolMyers Squibb means being part of a team that supports your aspirations and shares your values. Our culture thrives on teamwork, respect, and diversity, creating a workplace where everyone can achieve their potential. Enjoy the benefits of being part of a company that values work-life balance, provides competitive benefits, and fosters an environment where skills and leadership are developed through hands-on experience and comprehensive mentorship programs. Future-Proof Your Career With a multitude of job opportunities ranging from internships to full-time positions, BristolMyers Squibb is not just hiring; we’re building futures. We equip our employees with the tools needed for success, including advanced training in diverse skill sets, leadership programs, and opportunities for professional networking and growth. Stay Connected Join Our Team Search open positions that match your skills and interests. We are looking for passionate, curious, and innovative team players who are ready to make a difference. Explore our career portal for all current job listings and be sure to submit your resume. Keep Up to Date Stay informed with the latest company news, career tips, and industry insights from BristolMyers Squibb. Our careers blog is a resource for potential and current employees looking to maximize their career potential. Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts and insider information tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at BristolMyers Squibb. At BristolMyers Squibb, your career is just the beginning – it’s a pathway to personal and professional fulfillment. Join us and make a global impact.
Learn more about BristolMyers Squibb
Size
32,200 employees
Market Cap
$156.3 billion
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Net Income
-$9 billion
Founded
1887
5 Year Trend
+19%
Revenue
$42.5 billion
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