Associate Director, US Commercialization Learning | Oncology

Bristol Myers Squibb EU Policy; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 173,000 - 209,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

401(k) plan

Paid Time Off

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Bristol Myers Squibb is seeking a dynamic Associate Director, US Oncology Commercialization Learning based in New Jersey. You will lead a high-impact learning organization across Sales, Marketing, Medical and Regulatory to drive strategic learning plans for prioritized brands and launches.

Reporting to the Director of US Oncology Commercialization Learning, you will hire and develop a best-in-class team, foster a matrix-friendly culture, and collaborate with WW Centre of Excellence and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required; Master’s or Doctorate preferred.
• 7+ years of experience delivering learning in biopharmaceutical industry or highly regulated environment.
• Oncology or Hematology experience a plus.
• Proven track record of building, inspiring and leading teams to meet objectives.
• Strategy development and implementation in a complex environment.
• Knowledge of learning operations and governance, change management, and L&D best practices.
• Experience with modern learning methodologies including digital and capability development programs.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills across a global matrix organization.
• Proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, Word and AI tools.

Responsibilities

• Hire, build and lead a high-performing US Oncology Commercialization Learning team.
• Create, communicate, and execute a unified team vision and standards of behavior.
• Deliver commercially aligned US Oncology Strategic Learning Plans for prioritized brands and launches.
• Oversee design and delivery of learning programs leveraging technology for onboarding and knowledge sharing.
• Assess effectiveness of training programs using established models (e.g., Kirkpatrick).
• Develop and retain a high performing team of Learning Managers and build talent bench.
• Collaborate with other leaders to align learning strategies with business goals and enterprise initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Change management

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Master’s or Doctorate degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft PowerPoint

Excel

Word

AI tools

Job description

Working with Us

Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those aren’t words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely interesting work happens every day, in every department. From optimizing a production line to the latest breakthroughs in cell therapy, this is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it. You’ll get the chance to grow and thrive through opportunities uncommon in scale and scope, alongside high-achieving teams. Take your career farther than you thought possible.

Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives. Read more: careers.bms.com/working-with-us.

We are looking for a learning leader. Someone who deeply understands the impact they have and can demonstrate that leadership working in a dynamic, fast paced business unit, while leading a large team. The creation, communication, and execution of the US Oncology Strategic Learning Plan across our brands is a key deliverable. The Associate Director will also be responsible for hiring, developing, and leading a best-in-class training team and demonstrating excellence in cross-matrix communication and partnerships.

Who You Will Work With

The Associate Director, US Oncology Commercialization Learning is a headquarters position and reports into the Director of US Oncology Commercialization Learning and will work collaboratively across a fast-paced and complex matrix organization, which includes the Oncology Commercialization Teams, WW Centre of Excellence, and Enterprise Learning Services to ensure that we deliver on our objective of demonstrating value to our customers. The Associate Director also works with external partners to understand industry trends, benchmark performance, and gather insights on the external environment.

Primary Responsibilities

• Hire, build and lead a high-performing US Oncology Commercialization Learning Team that is a trusted and valued partner with Sales, Marketing, Medical, Legal, Regulatory and WWCL teams.
• Create, communicate, and execute a unified Team Vision, Objectives and Standards of Behavior
• Ensure delivery of well thought out and commercially aligned US Oncology Strategic Learning Plans for all prioritized brands and launch assets ensuring they are updated routinely according to evolving business needs
• Oversee the design and delivery of learning programs leveraging innovative technology focused on Sales Force onboarding, capability building, knowledge sharing, and creating a sustainable learning ecosystem
• Assess and analyze the effectiveness of assigned training programs and initiatives utilizing Kirkpatrick Model
• Develop and retain a high performing team of Learning Managers while building and maintaining a strong talent bench for future staffing needs
• Elevate team culture fostering connectivity, empowerment, inclusive learning and behaviors, and consistent talent development unique to the individual
• Effectively navigate the matrix to develop and maintain strong relationships with other functional areas to drive alignment, consistency where appropriate, best practice sharing, and flawless implementation of all training activities
• Streamline and align training delivery across brands to ensure consistent quality experience for learners
• Ensure comprehensive product and business acumen expertise is maintained among training team
• Synthesize and share input from all key stakeholders to identify and analyze trends and/or changes which will influence training and development now and, in the future
• Collaborate with other key leaders across the Enterprise to ensure learning strategies align with the Business strategies, to build on the BMS Enterprise-wide learning strategy and talent initiatives, reflects compliance requirements, elevates organizational performance, and advances the culture plan
• Develop and maintain up-to-date knowledge, expertise and insight in adult learning trends and best practices
• Participate and/or lead strategic initiatives across WW and USCL in conjunction with the USCL Leadership Team

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required; Master’s or Doctorate degree preferred
• 7+ years of experience delivering learning in biopharmaceutical industry or another highly regulated environment required
• Oncology or Hematology experience a plus
• Proven track record of building, inspiring and leading teams to meet or exceed objectives is essential
• Successful strategy development and implementation in a complex environment
• Deep knowledge in the areas of learning operations and governance, change management, and leading practices in learning & development
• Proven experience with modern learning methodologies and delivery processes including digital, and capability development program design and implementation
• Demonstrated strategic, forward-thinking, agile, enterprise mindset
• Customer-service mindset and skilled in consulting and influencing across a complex, global, matrix organization
• Demonstrated excellence in verbal and written communication skills including, ability to understand and communicate business needs and ability to effectively communicate to and with internal and external stakeholders at all levels
• Demonstrated corporate maturity
• Well organized and capable of managing multiple stakeholders, priorities, and programs in a dynamic environment
• Ability to prioritize business needs and make timely decisions based on available data
• Proficiency in Microsoft Power Point, Excel, Word and AI applications (ChatGPT/MS Co-Pilot)
• Ability to travel ~20% for multiple meeting engagements (e.g., Managers Meetings, National Plan of Action Meetings, various Training Initiatives, etc.)

Compensation Overview

Madison - Giralda - NJ - US: $172,550 - $209,090

Princeton - NJ - US: $172,550 - $209,090

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/.

Benefits

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 (