Director, US Oncology Commercialization Learning

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 rich in diversity. Take your career farther than you thought possible. 

What we are looking for:   

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 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 Director, US Oncology Commercialization Learning reports into the Executive Director of US Commercialization Learning and will work collaboratively across a fast-paced and complex matrix organization, which includes the Oncology Commercialization Teams, the US Field Enablement Team, WW Centre of Excellence, and Enterprise Learning Services to ensure that we deliver on our objective of demonstrating value to our customers. The 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 Associate Directors and Learning Managers while building and maintaining a strong and diverse talent bench for future staffing needs 

• Manage training team resource allocation across the brands ensuring staffing structure and budget meet business objectives and expectations 

• Elevate team culture fostering connectivity, empowerment, diverse and 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 USCL in conjunction with the USCL Leadership Team 

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required; Master’s or Doctorate degree preferred 

• 5-10 years of experience delivering learning in biopharmaceutical industry or another highly regulated environment required 

• 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, diverse, 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, diverse stakeholders, priorities, and programs in a dynamic environment 

• Ability to prioritize business needs and make timely decisions based on available data 

• Oncology experience is preferred, including an understanding of reimbursement, access, and distribution environment 

• 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.) 

The starting compensation for this job is a range from $210,290-$247,400, plus incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility).

The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills and where the job is performed.

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 our BMS Career Site.

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 Year’s 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.

This position will be based in Princeton Pike, NJ or Madison, NJ 

Bristol Myers Squibb is an equal opportunity employer - M/F/Vet/Disability 

Primary Location: NA-US-NJ-Princeton Pike or Madison NJ 

Job Function: US Oncology Commercialization Learning 

Organization: US Commercialization Learning 

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