Senior Specialist, Operational Excellence, Cell Therapy

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.

We are a team focused on creating a continuous improvement culture (i.e., lean operations) at the site. We promote the use of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies and change management techniques to meet business objectives and build the foundations to drive continuous, sustainable, flawless execution and performance improvement.

Join the Bothell OE team and become a continuous improvement leader in Cell Therapy.

• Support and maintain best practices in areas of business processes, KPIs, and analytics including visual management systems
• Serve as a coach for program/project teams, leadership teams and departments on use of Lean methodology, use of Six Sigma methodology, use of project management skills, and use of change management tools
• Facilitate kaizen workshops, value stream mapping, process mapping, SIPOCS, and other key continuous improvement tools/skills
• Utilize data analysis and analytics to support the development of key performance metrics, capacity models, and improve overall operational performance
• Leads effort across the business to identify improvement opportunities

• Bachelor’s degree of Engineering/Business/ Science or related discipline
• Lean Six Sigma Certification, Green or Black Belt or Equivalent
• 3+ years’ experience leading and supporting operational excellence transformations in a pharmaceutical or a related regulated industry
• Experience creating Value Stream Maps, Process Maps, SIPOCS and other lean/six sigma deliverables
• Experience in project management, facilitation, training, and change management
• Skilled in critical thinking with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Possesses a basic understanding of the Six Sigma and Lean philosophies and can teach and coach others how to apply Six Sigma and Lean concepts and foundational tools
• Ability to influence, build relationships, and manage change effectively across a highly matrixed organization

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.

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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