Summary:

BMS is a global biopharmaceutical company leading the way in medical innovation to help patients live longer, better lives. Our purpose as a company is to discover and develop therapies that will change the course of human health. We value our passion for patients, quest for innovation, spirit of independence and love of challenge. With a presence in more than 70 countries - and growing - we look for talented people to grow our business, advance our science and contribute to our unique culture. Come and join Celgene for this key leadership role to be part of the team building a leading CAR T Platform that serves our patients with novel Celgene CAR T Therapies Our goal is to revolutionize medicine by re-engaging the body's immune system to treat cancer.

The Senior Manager, CTTO Analytical Lab will be managing analytical technical team and develop and report KPIs for analytical Lab Operations performance and oversee commercial programs testing. Maintain high team performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives using operational excellence tools. Collaborate with managers across the analytical and QC network to harmonize best practices.

The roles and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Oversee analytical team/s to ensure effective, timely and efficient operations and compliance with GLP/cGMP requirements.

• Lead by example to foster a culture of teamwork and operational excellence and embed BMS values within operational activities.
• Develop and report KPIs for Lab Operations performance. Maintain high team performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives using operational excellence tools.
• Hire, mentor and develop team members to support business operations. Provide developmental feedback, coaching, and create a collaborative environment to enhance team performance and integration across site departments.
• Approve investigations and creation of meaningful CAPA for improved lab performance.
• Foster collaboration and communication across shifts and also between Technical Operations team members
• Perform other tasks as required to support the analytical laboratories

• Advanced ability to work collaboratively in a high-paced team environment, meet deadlines, and prioritize work from multiple teams.
• Demonstrated leadership and management skills, including establishing strategic direction and goals, and guiding execution while fostering a team-based environment.
• Ability to work in a highly regulated environment and follow regulatory requirements and GLP/GMPs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required, preferably in science. Advanced Degree preferred.
• 10+ years of relevant laboratory work experience, preferably in a regulated environment. An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute.
• Experience with various bioanalytical techniques (cell-based assays, ELISA, qPCR, flow cytometry) and associated equipment preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of leadership experience required including management of direct reports.
• Demonstrated success working in a high-performing and results driven environment.
• Knowledge of LIMS, ELN and laboratory data analysis systems preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Sound experience of data handling and applied statistics.
• Experience with Quality Management System (e.g. Deviations, CAPAs, Change Management)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in manufacturing and quality testing of cell therapies, or product life cycle management is highly desirable
• Previous experience in managing direct technical staff is preferred.

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:

Summit West - NJ - US: $135,770 - $164,522

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.