VP, GPL Franchise Lead Oncology

VP, GPL Franchise Lead Oncology

Accountable for maximizing the value of the Oncology portfolio by shaping the end-to-end disease strategy, in partnership with Research, Development, Global Product Development & Supply (GPS), and Commercialization, and leading a team of Global Program Leads to translate those strategies into efficient execution. This role reports to the SVP, Head of Development, HOCT with matrix reporting to the SVP, Drug Development Strategy & Portfolio Management.

Develops Disease Area Portfolio Strategy:

• Set the end-to-end disease strategy spanning the full lifecycle in partnership with drug development functions (including Strategy & Portfolio Management, global regulatory & safety, and global development operations), and other functions (including research, commercialization, GPS, and enterprise strategy)
• Accelerate the portfolio and reduce development timelines for most promising new assets, while optimizing the revenue and reach of currently marketed products
• Lead all R&D business development activities for the Oncology portfolio, in partnership with the Business Development team and DD Strategy & Portfolio Management
• Effectively manages disease portfolio budget, making tradeoff decisions with enterprise mindset

Drives execution of portfolio strategy through leadership of Disease Area Global Program Leads:

• Leads and inspires a high-performing organization of Global Program Leaders across the Disease Area
• Oversees orchestration of design and execution of globally integrated program strategies, timelines, and budgets from candidate nomination to successful launch, commercialization, and lifecycle management within Oncology
• Prioritizes, synthesizes, and pressure tests feedback from senior leadership on program direction/outputs and coaches GPLs in building this skillset
• Provide strategic and technical leadership to build a world-class drug development team while enabling the balance between scientific excellence and operational effectiveness
• Demonstrate inspirational leadership to engage, develop, and create an inclusive/diverse environment that drives innovation
• Demonstrate superior enterprise mindset and leadership maturity to shape the future of R&D
• Ensures Program Leaders within the Disease Area demonstrate must-win capabilities and partner effectively with functions within R&D (e.g., Clinical Development) and across the Enterprise (e.g., Operations, GPS, Commercial)
• Engages senior leaders and functional area stakeholders to ensure alignment of program strategy and operational plans under the remit
• Clearly communicates program risks, implications of changes in the competitive landscape, and progress toward key milestones
• Leads team problem-solving in delivering key data and interpretation essential for robust debate and rapid, data-driven decision making
• Leverages experience to efficiently integrate information from team members and facilitate rapid and objective, data-driven decisions
• Leads team members to effectively engage cross-company expertise and utilize governance bodies to define asset development strategies and implementation plans

Serves as Global Program Lead (GPL) for one or program:

• Acts as the "single point of accountability" for leading the Global Program Team (GPT) through the design and execution of a global integrated program strategy, overseeing all aspects of the drug development lifecycle to ultimately ensure successful launch and commercialization.
• Develops, leads, and inspires a high-performing matrix team and is responsible for ensuring strategic alignment with cross-functional stakeholders and senior leaders as data emerge and competitive insights unfold.

Qualifications & Experience:

• MD, PhD, DVM, PharmD, or equivalent advanced degree of relevance
• 10+ years of experience in the drug development process and leadership experience in academic or industry settings, including education where applicable
• Expertise in the drug development process, especially late development space, relevant regulatory expectations, and overall drug development principles
• Proven leadership capability building high-performing teams, managing large organizations and matrix teams with a successful track record of leading through influence and working across global organizational matrices
• Deep understanding of basic biology, pharmaceutical optimization, translational medicine, and clinical pharmacology, including exposure-response relationships and dose selection in early development
• Working knowledge of all functional areas of exploratory development (e.g., chemistry/biochemistry, CMC), late development, and commercial
• Ability to create a clear purpose, global vision, strategies, and key priorities for competing successfully in the evolving pharmaceutical and healthcare industry
• Demonstrated ability to lead a cross-functional team to execute Development Plans which have a global perspective and focus on product differentiation, including opportunities for data-driven acceleration
• Demonstrated ability to assess complex but relatively sparse data sets objectively, make informed decisions and take action in the face of uncertainty
• Demonstrated ability to successfully present complex programs to senior leaders and influence decision making
• Demonstrated ability to successfully and effectively communicate, collaborate, and work across functional boundaries
• Strong business and financial acumen to ensure portfolio strategies and investment decisions help accelerate company goals

Compensation Overview: $415,630 - $503,649

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 employees 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 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 Years 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.

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On-site Protocol

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