Associate Director: Process Technology Transfer

Bristol-Myers Squibb; Harvard (MA); On-site; USD 178,000 - 216,000; Full time

Job summary

Bristol Myers Squibb in Devens, MA, is seeking a senior-level leader to direct technology transfer of commercial and clinical products. You will lead multifunctional teams, optimize process efficiency, and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced biopharma manufacturing environment.

Must have deep expertise in SOPs, cGMPs, and regulatory readiness, plus a track record of influencing senior staff and delivering on manufacturing targets with safety and quality at the forefront.

Qualifications

• B.S./M.S./Ph.D. in life sciences or engineering with extensive biopharma experience.
• Mastery of SOPs and cGMPs within a regulated environment.
• Proven leadership and matrix management experience in manufacturing.
• Experience with process technology transfer and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Leads technology transfer and new product introduction to the manufacturing facility.
• Directs changeover, scheduling, and alignment with site metrics.
• Allocates resources to support deviations, defects, and changes.
• Champions safety, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborates with Manufacturing to identify bottlenecks and optimize productivity.
• Builds and mentors high-performing teams and communicates performance metrics.

Skills

Process transfer leadership

Manufacturing automation

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory knowledge

Change management

People leadership

Education

B.S. in biological sciences, chemical/biochemical engineering, or related discipline

M.S. in the same disciplines

Ph.D. in biological sciences, chemical/biochemical engineering, or related discipline

Job description

At Bristol Myers Squibb, our employees often ask, "Who are you working for?"-a question that fuels collaboration, accountability, and urgency in our work. Our purpose-driven culture inspires us to discover, develop, and deliver innovative medicines to prevail over serious diseases. We offer uniquely interesting and meaningful work, opportunities for growth, and a supportive environment that values inclusion, wellbeing, flexibility, and comprehensive benefits. This is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it.

PRINCIPAL OBJECTIVE OF THE POSITION

Lead and develop multifunctional teams to ensure effective process technology transfer of commercial and clinical products manufactured at the Devens Single Use Facility, resolve process issues, and optimize process and facility efficiency. This role is accountable for maximizing productivity, minimizing costs, and resolving process challenges through leadership, technical expertise, and cross-functional resource coordination.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leads technology transfer and new product introduction into the manufacturing facility. Accountable for providing support to manufacturing teams to achieve production targets for clinical and commercial products.
• Directs activities associated with product changeover, continuous improvement initiatives, project prioritization, and production and maintenance scheduling to meet site metrics.
• Allocates department resources to support deviations, defects, and changes associated with maintaining safe and compliant production.
• Champions the company's, site's, and department's mission, goals, and guidelines, taking action that advances cultural evolution, innovation, and leadership across the organization.
• Promotes and demonstrates safety leadership in pursuit of an injury-free operating environment, ensuring safety investigations and CAPAs are closed promptly.
• Collaborates with Manufacturing staff to identify trends, variances, and bottlenecks in the manufacturing process, and helps develop solutions to maximize productivity, quality, and process efficiency.
• Recruits and develops a high-performing team with diverse backgrounds and talents; coaches and counsels team members to build their skills and fosters an environment of continuous learning, improvement, and innovation.
• Maintains and communicates performance metrics to the team, setting and upholding high performance expectations.
• Establishes an environment that fosters continuous improvement in cost, quality, safety, and customer service.
• Builds and maintains strong relationships inside and outside the organization.
• Supports health authority inspections.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• B.S. in biological sciences, chemical/biochemical engineering, or a related discipline, with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in the biopharmaceutical industry, or equivalent experience; or
• M.S. in the same disciplines, with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in the biopharmaceutical industry, or equivalent experience; or
• Ph.D. in biological sciences, chemical/biochemical engineering, or related discipline.
• Mastery of SOPs and cGMPs, with the know-how to work and manage within a regulatory environment.
• Demonstrated aptitude for engineering principles and manufacturing automation systems.
• Demonstrated ability to shift the thinking of, or gain acceptance from, others in sensitive situations.
• Proven leadership ability to make difficult decisions in a logical, rational manner; demonstrated ability to work as a senior management team member and engage and influence team members in a matrixed environment.
• Previous managerial experience demonstrating proficiency in selecting, motivating, and retaining a high-performing team; effectively managing personnel issues; and planning and administering financial resources.
• Adaptable to a fast-paced, complex, and ever-changing business environment.
• Effective communication skills to coordinate with support groups and obtain needed cooperation and support in a timely and effective manner.
• Demonstrated strong track record of change management, including implementation of continuous improvement and OPEX strategies.

Compensation Overview

Devens - MA - US: $178,420 - $216,197

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