Associate Director - Agile Sourcing Ops LeadBristol Myers SquibbLocation: Dublin, Ireland (as listed)IntroductionBristol Myers Squibb is looking for an experienced sourcing and contracting professional to join its Agile Sourcing team. We focus on the needs of health care professionals, patients, employees, shareholders and our communities, delivering innovative medicines while managing costs and maintaining high standards of business conduct and ethics.ResponsibilitiesSource, onboard, lead, manage and develop a team of professionals in support of source-to-contract operations across multiple categoriesOversee end-to-end sourcing and contracting process across assigned categories, including developing procurement plans and contracting strategiesLead and execute sourcing events and proposals with appropriate specifications, terms, and conditionsApply quality assurance protocols to monitor team and individual quality and escalate as needed to global category managers, legal and other subject matter expertsAct as escalation point within the Agile Sourcing Ops team to provide guidance on substantive sourcing and contracting issuesMaintain awareness of pre-contracting steps and BMS policies related to contractsSupport execution and project management of broader organizational programs impacting the teamPartner with stakeholders and manage complex, high-risk issues or projects; act as trusted advisor to global category managersCoordinate with functions to ensure timely, compliant facilitation of contractsDrive performance management and continuous improvement for source-to-contract activitiesExplore new procurement technologies with a focus on AI/ML opportunitiesDevelop, review and analyze SLAs, KPIs and other metrics to support long-term business plansQualifications & ExperienceB.S./B.A. in Sciences; advanced degrees (JD, MBA, MS) preferredMinimum 8-10 years in sourcing and contracting across direct and indirect categories, with familiarity with Master Services AgreementsMinimum 3-5 years managing a direct team in a cross-functional, multicultural environmentExperience leading cross-functional and global teams in a matrix structureExpertise in procurement process, contract management, financial and market analysis, supplier management and strategic planningExperience with contracts in pharma/biotech; strong knowledge of buy-side contractsExcellent written and verbal communication and customer focusAdaptability in complex environments and ability to drive performance across teamsExperience with Sourcing and Contract Lifecycle Management technology (e.g., ARIBA, Icertis)Why You Should ApplyYou will help patients in their fight against serious diseasesYou will be part of a company that values excellence, diversity and employee developmentCompetitive salary and benefits including annual bonus, pension, health insurance, 27 days leave, on-site facilitiesAdditional informationEqual Employment Opportunity and accommodations information available at the employer’s careers page. This role may be site-essential or hybrid depending on responsibilities. Vaccination guidance may apply where permitted by law. Applicants may request reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process.
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