Position Summary
Cell Therapy is one of the most exciting and groundbreaking new forms of cancer treatments being studied today. The potential of this science combined with continued investment by Bristol Myers Squibb creates the need for ongoing growth of infrastructure and capabilities. The Project Management Organization (PMO) team at the Bothell CAR-T cell therapy manufacturing facility employs best practices in project management to implement critical strategic and operational changes at the site. Execution of these projects expands and improves manufacturing operations in support of our patients. This position is responsible for managing the planning and execution of cross-functional projects and project workstreams for the manufacturing site. Typical projects supported by this project manager role include manufacturing site readiness for new product trials or launches, implementation of new technologies and materials, information system updates and migrations, changes to the physical plant layout, and technical and business process changes. This position collaborates on these efforts with site and global stakeholders across manufacturing, quality, supply chain, information technology, facilities, manufacturing science & technology, and other functional areas. The role contributes to the success of the site by applying an organized approach to project initiation, planning and execution, managing the delivery of complex changes. Given the dynamic nature of cell therapy, these projects require an individual who can provide structure while quickly adapting to change and moving project teams forward. This position reports in through the site’s PMO team and is actively involved in the maturation of site project management processes, tools, and methodologies.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead project planning activities including development of a project schedule.
- Identify stakeholders and drive conversations to align on clear project requirements, scope, and deliverables.
- Leverage site and global resources to identify the activities needed to produce the deliverables.
- Plan and secure resources needed to execute the work. Support the capital asset request and budget management process where applicable.
- Develop and manage detailed project schedules. Coordinate and track execution of project plan activities and action items to ensure that deliverables are completed on time and in alignment with Quality standards.
- Plan and manage project team workshops and meetings. Communicate outcomes via meeting notes, risk and issue logs, and action items logs in alignment with site practices.
- Identify, document, and manage project risks and issues. Lead mitigation planning or escalation as needed.
- Control changes to scope and timeline in conjunction with project sponsors and governing bodies.
- Prepare and deliver presentations and project status updates to project team members, leaders, and other stakeholders to ensure ongoing visibility to project plans, status, decisions, risks, and issues.
- Capture and share project information electronically using online knowledge management tools.
- Lead planning and management of communications for cutovers to ensure regulatory and cGMP compliance.
- Manage operational handoff and project closure activities.
- Promote excellence in project management capabilities through use of PMO best practices, knowledge sharing, innovation, and process improvements.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, information technology, business, or related field
- 5 years of relevant business experience including 3 years of demonstrated project experience, preferably in life sciences.
- Basic knowledge of financial, operational, and business management principles.
- Experience working in biopharma, cell therapy, Good Manufacturing Practices, FDA regulated, or other regulated environments is a plus.
- Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Project, Excel, SharePoint, and PowerPoint. Smartsheet is beneficial.
- Experience applying predictive/waterfall project management processes and methodologies.
- Self-starter who can drive small to mid-sized projects forward with minimal direction and meet objectives with a high level of accountability.
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills. Can efficiently manage a high volume of information.
- Effective verbal, written and presentation skills. Able to navigate across a global matrix organization to achieve results.
- Analytical problem solving and critical thinking skills. Understands detailed relationships and can assess the impact of new information.
- Comfortable working in a rapidly changing environment. Able to prioritize across competing demands.
- A passion for learning and improvement including a desire to advance project management proficiency.
- A team player who builds positive relationships and contributes to a collaborative project team and PMO work environment.
- PMP or CAPM certification a plus.
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Bothell - WA - US: $99,110 - $120,098
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. For more on benefits, please visit https://careers.bms.com/life-at-bms/.
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.
