GxP Training Manager

At Bristol Myers Squibb, we are inspired by a single vision – transforming patients’ lives through science. In oncology, hematology, immunology and cardiovascular disease – and one of the most diverse and promising pipelines in the industry – each of our passionate colleagues contribute to innovations that drive meaningful change. We bring a human touch to every treatment we pioneer. Join us and make a difference.

Reporting to GxP Training & Qualifications, the Manager of Training will manage the development, implementation and sustainability of quality and technical training solutions. This position will ensure employees and contract staff meet compliance requirements relating to knowledge, skill and practices necessary for her/his job performance and remain prepared to perform assigned tasks.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Executes GxP Training strategy – including working with stakeholders to determine learning needs and priorities and provides appropriate training to meet those learning needs.
• Develops training resources within functional departments to be able to identify and solve learning needs as they arise. This takes the form of Trainer certification, coaching and feedback as well as providing system access and subject matter expertise on necessary Learning Management Systems.
• Evaluate training needs and participates in the development and delivery of training materials, for network initiatives, including but not limited to Quality and GxP functions as needed, utilizing high-quality, innovative, timely, and effective learning solutions.
• Maintain and improve onboarding experience in alignment with network deliverables
• Develop training materials (ex: eLearnings, Instructor led), in collaboration with SMEs, for existing employees ensuring all aspects of job responsibilities and expectations are met to improve efficiency, effectiveness and compliance and address gaps appropriately.
• Provide guidance and information to leadership on recommended training programs, curricula and training material development, and learning assignments
• Manage projects and training initiatives which directly support Network and GxP initiatives, to effectively implement strategic business objectives in driving quality, compliance and safety.
• Accountable for aligning processes across the training/learning network.
• Support policy and procedural changes and manual design to improve the quality of the department, to include scheduled review of all existing documentation, guidelines and materials. Evaluate and report on effectiveness of the changes.
• Develop and oversee departmental strategy and goals in alignment with Network strategies.
• Work as a training and competency expert with various teams and clients developing training material via eLearning, video, and other presentations.
• Collaborate, coordinate, and communicate across disciplines and departments.
• Demonstrate the Company’s behaviors.

Skills:

• Biotech/pharmaceutical/GxP industry or experience in a highly regulated environment strongly preferred
• Extensive knowledge of SOPs and GxPs and the know-how to work and manage within a regulated environment
• Strong change management skills and demonstrated ability to simplify and improve business processes
• Excellent leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a team with matrix reporting relationships
• Adaptable to a fast paced, complex and ever-changing business environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication, documentation and technical writing skills
• Demonstrated creative problem-solving skills under resource constraints and time pressure

Education/Experience

• Knowledge of science generally attained through studies resulting in a B.S in science, engineering, biochemistry or related discipline, or its equivalent is highly desired
• Minimum 7 years of training experience with at least 5 years designing and implementing programs and initiatives from needs assessment through delivery.
• Minimum of 5 years’ management experience.
• Minimum of 7 years’ experience of ELMS and eLearning tools

BMSBL

Around the world, we are passionate about making an impact on the lives of patients with serious diseases. Empowered to apply our individual talents and diverse perspectives in an inclusive culture, our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.

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.

Physical presence at the BMS worksite or physical presence in the field is an essential job function of this role which the Company deems critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, employee well-being and engagement, and enhances the Company culture.

To protect the safety of our workforce, customers, patients and communities, the policy of the Company requires all employees and workers in the U.S. and Puerto Rico to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless they have received an exception based on an approved request for a medical or religious reasonable accommodation. Therefore, all BMS applicants seeking a role located in the U.S. and Puerto Rico must confirm that they have already received or are willing to receive the full COVID-19 vaccination by their start date as a qualification of the role and condition of employment. This requirement is subject to state and local law restrictions and may not be applicable to employees working in certain jurisdictions such as Montana. This requirement is also subject to discussions with collective bargaining representatives in the U.S.

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