Senior Manager, GP Capital Services & Solutions

<p><b>Working with Us</b><br/>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.</p><p></p><p>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: <a href="https://careers.bms.com/working-with-us" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><span><span><span>careers.bms.com/working-with-us</span></span></span></a>.</p><p></p><p></p><p><b>Job Description:</b><br/>As a Senior Manager in Global Procurement at BMS, you are instrumental in transforming patient outcomes by providing strategic capital services and solutions. This role emphasizes leadership in procurement strategy, particularly for major capital projects and requires expertise in digital platforms such as Ariba and Autodesk.</p><p>You will collaborate closely with Global Engineering, and Site Engineering to design project-specific sourcing <span>methodologies—appointing</span> key partners across Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, Project Controls, and Commissioning &amp; Qualification. The objective is to secure the lowest Total Cost of Ownership while meeting project schedules.</p><p>You drive procurement excellence by issuing competitive packages, ensuring rigorous stakeholder alignment across Finance, EHS, Quality, and senior leadership teams. Proficient digital skills support project effectiveness and enable data-driven decision-making and reporting.</p><p>Critical success factors include strategic thinking, clear and effective communication, stakeholder management, and a continual focus on process improvement to advance major capital projects.</p><p></p><p><b>Responsibilities include:</b></p><ul><li><b>Sourcing Strategy &amp; Execution:</b><ul><li>Develop and implement sourcing strategies for capital projects, aligning with BMS’s Capital Plan</li><li>Oversee RFPs, vendor negotiations, and contract management to maximize value</li></ul></li><li><b>Supplier Relationship Management (SRM):</b><ul><li>Lead the SRM program, managing preferred suppliers and evaluating performance</li><li>Conduct regular supplier meetings to discuss performance and develop negotiation strategies</li></ul></li><li><b>Collaboration &amp; Alignment:</b><ul><li>Work with internal stakeholders including Global Engineering, Site Engineering, and Site Procurement</li><li>Ensure that sourcing strategies align with operational and project needs</li></ul></li><li><b>Compliance &amp; Best Practices:</b><ul><li>Uphold policy compliance and procurement best practices in all activities</li><li>Align equipment category management with project strategies</li></ul></li><li><b>Technology &amp; Reporting:</b><ul><li>Utilize Ariba Procure to Pay platform for sourcing activities</li><li>Collaborate with Finance to quantify procurement savings and implement project documentation systems</li></ul></li><li><b>Management &amp; Organization:</b><ul><li>Define strategic plans, ensure governance, compliance, and mobilize site procurement teams</li><li>Support a cohesive approach to procurement aligned with business objectives</li></ul></li></ul><p></p><p>These responsibilities ensure that construction projects are completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with all contractual and regulatory requirements.</p><p></p><p><b>Reports to:</b></p><ul><li>Director, SS&amp;P Capital Services &amp; Solutions, Major Projects</li><li>The Senior Manager role is an individual contributor role</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field</li><li>5+ years in procurement or related category experience</li><li>Demonstrated expertise in engineering and construction procurement</li><li>Strong category management, data analysis, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills</li><li>Familiarity with procurement technology and strategic planning</li></ul><p></p><p><b>BMS Commitment:</b><br/>BMS promotes an inclusive culture and encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply, contributing to our mission of transforming patients' lives.</p><p></p><p><b>Why you should apply</b></p><p></p><ul><li><span>You will help patients in their fight against serious diseases </span></li><li><span>You will be part of a company that encourages excellence and innovation, respects diversity, develop