Executive Director, Digital Transformation – Fusion

Bristol Myers Squibb

Executive Director driving the design and execution of digital transformation and data initiatives. Leading the Fusion Team at Bristol Myers Squibb to enhance productivity and decision-making across PDS.

Posted 7/21/2026full-timePrinceton • New Jersey • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $265,460 - $321,669 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading enterprise-scale business transformation initiatives, integrating digital, data, and AI capabilities into core processes while ensuring compliance and governance. Proven ability to build high-performing, cross-functional teams and drive stakeholder alignment to achieve strategic objectives.

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Business Transformation LeadershipDigital and AI Solutions DevelopmentCross-Functional Team LeadershipStakeholder ManagementOperating Model Design

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Hard Skills

Digital TransformationData AnalyticsAI IntegrationAgile Delivery ModelsPerformance ManagementGovernance StandardsKPI TrackingOperating Model DesignValue RealizationProduct-Based Delivery

Soft Skills

Influencing Senior LeadersBuilding AlignmentFostering InnovationContinuous LearningDriving Accountability

Tools & Technologies

Digital ToolsAutomation PlatformsData Governance ToolsAI PlatformsAnalytics Solutions

Industry Keywords

PharmaceuticalBiotechRegulated EnvironmentsEnterprise TransformationMatrixed Teams

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide purpose-driven leadership and direct oversight of the enterprise Fusion team, driving a clear vision, strategy, and roadmap that are fully aligned with and accelerate PDS and enterprise priorities
Design and evolve a cross-functional operating model integrating business, product, data, engineering, and operations expertise that retains a competitive edge for PDS
Establish standards for governance, decision rights, team structure, and performance management to enable scale
Lead end-to-end digital transformation associated with business strategy, embedding data, AI, and digital capabilities into core processes
Drive product-based, agile delivery models across the full lifecycle from opportunity definition through adoption and continuous improvement
Translate business needs into scalable, secure, user-centered digital and AI solutions
Ensure value realization, speed, and adoption through disciplined execution and strong stakeholder alignment
Oversee enterprise data and AI capabilities enabling insight-driven decision making across PDS
Integrate AI, automation, and digital tools into end-to-end workflows including business ownership of key platforms
Define how human and AI capabilities operate together within critical business processes
Establish data and digital product governance to ensure solutions are secure, compliant, ethical, and aligned to regulatory requirements
Drive portfolio prioritization, funding, and resource alignment across Fusion and digital initiatives
Define and track KPIs to measure transformation progress, adoption, and business value
Lead proactive stakeholder engagement across business units, building alignment, influencing enterprise decisions, and driving accountability for transformation outcomes
Partner with senior leaders across PDS, BI&T, Finance, HR, and functional teams to drive alignment and integration
Act as a strategic connector and advisor across business, data, and technology domains
Influence executive stakeholders on operating model design, transformation priorities, and AI adoption strategies
Build and lead high performing, matrixed cross-functional teams across business, product, digital and data
Foster a culture of innovation, ownership, continuous learning, and digital fluency
Drive adoption at scale by reducing organizational friction and aligning stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

12 -15 + years of leadership in business transformation in an operational environment
Bachelor’s degree required in a relevant discipline (e.g., Life Sciences, Engineering, Computer Science, or Business); advanced degree preferred
Deep experience driving value through use of digital, data, analytics, AI, or technology domains
Experience operating in pharmaceutical, biotech, or other regulated environments preferred
Proven track record leading enterprise-scale, cross-functional transformation programs with measurable impact
Experience designing and scaling operating models and product-based delivery approaches
Strong experience leading matrixed, multidisciplinary teams across business and technology functions
Demonstrated ability to translate business needs into scalable digital, AI, or analytics solutions
Strong stakeholder management and executive presence, with the ability to influence senior leaders, align diverse stakeholders, and drive enterprise decisions.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Coverage: Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.
Wellbeing Support: Programs such as BMS Well-Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
Financial Well-being and Protection: 401(k) plan, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, personal liability protection, identity theft benefit, legal support, and survivor support.
Work-life benefits include: Paid Time Off US Exempt Employees: flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval, 11 paid national holidays (not applicable to employees in Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico or Rayzebio employees) Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico and Rayzebio Exempt, Non-Exempt, Hourly Employees: 160 hours annual paid vacation for new hires with manager approval, 11 national holidays, and 3 optional holidays Based on eligibility*, additional time off for employees may include unlimited paid sick time, up to 2 paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military needs and an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day. All global employees full and part-time who are actively employed at and paid directly by BMS at the end of the calendar year are eligible to take advantage of the Global Shutdown.