Global Trial Management – Resourcing Lead

Bristol Myers Squibb

Lead strategic planning and optimization of resources within Global Trial Management at Bristol Myers Squibb. Collaborate with various stakeholders in a dynamic, data-driven environment.

Posted 7/2/2026full-timeHyderabad • 🇮🇳 IndiaSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for strategic planning, allocation and optimization of Global Trial Leads (GTL) within the Global Trial Management department
Support resourcing of Global Trial Associates (GTAs)
Ensure that appropriately skilled staff are aligned to business priorities, enabling timely and efficient delivery of clinical trials
Leverage data-driven resource management across programs, improving visibility, utilization and cost efficiency in a complex, matrixed global environment
Conduct quarterly review of the book of work (BoW) to assess gaps, surpluses and risks in capacity for GTL and GTAs to support headcount planning and hiring decision making
Consistently solicit line manager feedback to understand state of GTL performance and capacity
Facilitate GTL assignment approval process; ensure Operation Portfolio Leads (OPLs), Therapeutic Area (TA)/Pillar Heads are aligned with assignments
Collaborate with resource management team on resourcing algorithm for GTL role
Assign resources across studies based on priority, skillset and capacity
Optimize utilization while supporting employee development and engagement
Track and adjust allocations dynamically as study needs evolve
Stakeholder management: Must balance interests of TA heads with ensuring full execution of the BoW
Initiative/proactiveness: Must continually review resource demand, anticipate future shortages, & flag to leadership early to prevent negative impacts
Organization/attention to detail: Must be able to collect/collate data from multiple stakeholders / sources to understand resourcing trends
Analytics with action: Utilize data analysis and reporting tools to track resource utilization, identify trends, and provide insights to stakeholders for decision-making
Drive continuous improvement in resource planning processes and tools

Requirements

What you’ll need

BA/BS or equivalent degree; Advanced degree preferred
Minimum 8 years’ experience in resource management or management experience with resourcing accountability within the pharmaceutical industry
Familiarity with FTE-to-headcount conversations
Prior experience in clinical trials operations with demonstrated focus on enterprise performance to bring value and efficiency to an organization
Strong proficiency in resource management tools, such as Microsoft Excel for data manipulations, and potentially specialized software like Planisware for planning and forecasting
Strong communication (both verbal and written), interpersonal, and organizational skill are crucial for collaborating with various stakeholders and presenting complex data
Ability to prioritize tasks, multi-task, and work independently in a fast-paced environment
A collaborative mindset and ability to build partnerships and work effectively in a team-oriented setting
Strong leadership skills, self-motivation, and the ability to adapt to changing priorities

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive benefits, services, and programs for personal and professional goals

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Hard Skills & Tools

Resource ManagementData AnalysisCapacity PlanningPerformance OptimizationFTE-to-Headcount ConversationsClinical Trials OperationsUtilization TrackingForecastingStrategic PlanningCost Efficiency

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsCollaborationProactiveness