CPSO Sr Manager Launch Excellence

Bristol Myers Squibb seeks a Senior CPSO Manager for Launch Excellence in Boudry, CH. The role leads global brand launch orchestration, cross-functional team leadership, and strategic readiness in a hybrid setup.

The company is looking for a senior professional to direct enterprise-wide launch activities for new products. This position ensures that global brand introductions are executed on schedule, remain compliant, and align with strategic objectives by coordinating cross-functional teams and managing readiness across all phases.

Responsibilities

• Directs a matrix team to manage and carry out all tasks related to new product introductions.
• Collaborates with global and local departments including Regulatory Affairs, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Planning, and Commercial partners to guarantee timely and compliant product rollouts.
• Creates and oversees launch scenarios, monitors project plans against targets, and drives cross-functional focus to hit critical milestones.
• Identifies potential risks, keeps stakeholders updated, and escalates major issues while leading global execution plans and contingency discussions.
• Prepares reports on key project events, performance metrics, and executive updates tailored to specific products.
• Serves as a core participant in Strategic Launch Forums, supporting global brand strategy leads with active input.
• Builds and sustains strong connections with strategic organizations such as SPLs, Commercial teams, and market partners to ensure clear communication.
• Contributes to operational effectiveness initiatives linked to new product launch processes and assists with other launch planning projects as needed.
• Leads or supports the creation and rollout of business processes, documentation, KPIs, and management reporting tools to embed best practices.

Requirements

• Deep understanding of manufacturing and packaging workflows, regulatory landscapes, and supply chain operations.
• Familiarity with financial concepts, including P&L, budgeting, and commercial business terminology.
• Proven ability to influence and engage partners outside direct functional areas to achieve results.
• Capacity to lead with flexibility, adapt to shifting priorities, and maintain focus.
• Skill in working efficiently under pressure to meet strict deadlines.
• Cultural awareness and comprehension of global business practices.
• Excellent verbal, presentation, and written communication skills for interacting with executive leadership like VPs or GMs.
• University degree in science, ideally with a concentration in Packaging, Operations, or Supply Chain.
• Minimum of eight years of experience in launch planning.
• Background in project management paired with robust problem-solving capabilities.
• Track record of resolving conflicts, making timely decisions under pressure, and negotiating effectively.
• Experience in team leadership, managing cross-functional stakeholders, and developing team capabilities.

What the company offers

• A comprehensive package of competitive benefits, services, and programs designed to support employees in achieving personal and professional goals.
• Unprecedented opportunities for growth and development alongside high-performing teams.
• A supportive environment that encourages global participation in clinical trials, driven by shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion, and integrity.

About the company

Bristol Myers Squibb is dedicated to challenging, meaningful work that transforms patients' lives and advances the careers of its employees. Guided by the vision of transforming patients' lives through science, every team member contributes to work that extends far beyond ordinary tasks. The company also emphasizes the importance of balance and flexibility in its work environment.

• Engages in challenging, meaningful, and life-changing work that transforms patients' lives and advances careers.
• Recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in the work environment.
• Guided by the vision of transforming patients' lives through science, with every employee playing an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary.
• Fosters a supportive culture that promotes global participation in clinical trials.
• Upholds shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion, and integrity to bring out the highest potential of each colleague.