Director Worldwide Oncology Communications

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Bristol-Myers Squibb is a global Biopharma company committed to a single mission: to discover, develop, and deliver innovative medicines focused on helping millions of patients around the world in disease areas such as oncology, cardiovascular, immunoscience and fibrosis.

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Bristol Myers Squibb is a global Biopharma company committed to a single mission: to discover, develop, and deliver innovative medicines focused on helping millions of patients around the world in disease areas such as oncology, cardiovascular, immunoscience and fibrosis.Join us and make a difference. We hire the best people and provide them with a work environment that places a premium on diversity, integrity, collaboration and personal development. Through a culture of inclusion, we create a better, more productive work environment. We believe that the diverse experiences and perspectives of all our employees help to drive innovation and transformative business results.Job SummaryThe Director will be an integral member of the Worldwide Oncology Communications Team. This role will lead development and implementation of strategic communications in support of the company’s oncology franchise for all worldwide markets and requires a strong communications professional who demonstrates sound business judgment, and can work closely and autonomously with senior leaders in various parts of the organization to help drive effective internal and external communications. Must possess the ability to think strategically and execute tactically and demonstrate a strong understanding of the science and business behind the oncology pipeline. The position will report to the Executive Director, WW Oncology Communications and will be located in Lawrenceville, NJ.

Responsibilities:


Work closely with commercial and R&D leaders across oncology therapeutic areas and matrix teams to drive effective communications and initiatives aligned with the business and support the company’s corporate strategic messages.

Development and execution of broad strategy, issues management counsel, PR plans, materials, programs, internal communications and social media strategy and creative.

Collaborate with International Public Affairs colleagues to help ensure successful efforts to communicate brand and therapeutic area milestones.





Media relations experience preferred as candidate will lead media strategy and interactions for their key areas of responsibility.

Manage an external PR agency for specific projects including accountable for budget management specific to your projects.





This role will not have any direct reports; however, the successful candidate will be able to manage cross-functional teams and working effectively in a highly matrixed organization.


Requirements:

The successful candidate will be a self-motivated leader with a track record of setting, driving and delivering against integrated communications strategies. S/he will have expertise in strategic planning, issues management, internal and external communications S/he must be able to collaborate with business leaders and teams to develop integrated communications strategies and have demonstrated ability to successfully lead and influence others. Finally, this individual will have a strong grasp of storytelling that can engage and energize employees and support the company’s business objectives.


10 years of professional experience in the healthcare or related industry with a focus on internal and external communications (executive communications or marketing is preferred).

Proven ability to drive strategic communication initiatives aligned with broader company objectives; and be able to quickly learn the business and operate within a complex, fast paced and changing environment.

Strong commercial focus and business acumen, including an understanding of how policy, advocacy, pricing and access work together to implement integrated strategies.

Strong understanding of medicine and scientific approaches and/or significant in the area of the science behind medicines is critical.

Solid understanding of the changing global media environment and the role of digital media in reaching key audiences.

A strong record of success and experience in leading and advising senior and executive level employees and teams.

A strong understanding of business critical priorities, and ability to apply understanding of market dynamics into strategy.

Creative and versatile professional with experience in the development and implementation of integrated communications.

Excellent writing skills (i.e., ability to produce clear, compelling, motivating communications quickly).

Excellent interpersonal skills.

Excellent project management skills and the ability to successfully work in a matrix organization, lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple complex projects.

Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and projects with a sense of urgency.

Proficiency with web-based, digital communications and social media tools.

A Bachelor's degree.


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 the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives.

Bristol-Myers Squibb is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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