Sr. Manager, TMF Process Lead

Working with Us Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those aren’t words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely interesting work happens every day, in every department. From optimizing a production line to the latest breakthroughs in cell therapy, this is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it. You’ll get the chance to grow and thrive through opportunities uncommon in scale and scope, alongside high-achieving teams. Take your career farther than you thought possible. Responsibilities: Provides leadership within the TMF governance structure, acting as Subject Matter Expert for process groups and within cross-functional teams. Supports process optimization, continuous improvement, and quality governance for active studies. Represents TMF Process and eTMF Operations at meetings and leadership panels. Develops training materials, templates, job aids, plans, etc… for TMF and archival processes. Provides training, support, and coaching for eTMF Operations Analysts, TMF Study Leads, Archive Leads, and Specialists (including CRO/FSP teams), on TMF processes and operating models. Develops, updates, and maintains Procedural Documents, SOPs, Work Instructions, etc… for TMF and archival processes and operations. Oversees compliance activities for TMF and archiving, including Patient Data Report generation, distribution and CRO TMF transfers. Implements technical enhancements to eTMF, including innovation and automation, for improved quality and compliance oversight. Communicates and coordinates with internal and external stakeholders to ensure TMF compliance and inspection readiness. Lead and manage strategic collaboration between BMS and CROs to ensure adherence to TMF processes and regulatory compliance, serving as the primary liaison for all TMF compliance matters. Collaborates and consults multifunctionally to promote and support business and regulatory compliance and to identify opportunities to increase process and control efficiency. Provides technical leadership for eTMF operations and archival systems (e.g., Vault Clinical/Veeva CTMS/eTMF). Identifies and addresses technical gaps in TMF systems. Develops and monitors KPIs and metrics for TMF and archival compliance. Leads and participates in continuous improvement initiatives related to TMF management, archival and compliance. Addresses process compliance and performance gaps, as highlighted by quality metrics and KPIs. Leads and participates in TMF audits and inspection activities (readiness, preparedness, and management). Qualifications: Education/Degree(s): Bachelor's degree in a related field, such as life sciences, computer science, or business administration. Experience: Minimum of 7+ years of experience in clinical development operations, with a focus on eTMF. Preference to experience with project management methodologies and tools. Thorough understanding of ALCOA+ standards, Good Clinical Practice and Good Documentation practices and ICH guidelines, and applicable local regulatory requirements. Must have a strong understanding of the primary clinical business systems utilized for TMF process. Extensive knowledge of clinical trial documentation and TMF Management activities, including a strong technical understanding of Vault eTMF system. Strong working knowledge of TMF and technical knowledge of Vault eTMF and clinical document management systems. Comprehensive knowledge of local and international regulatory guidelines/requirements pertinent to TMF Management. Demonstrated ability to create/provide TMF related training and coaching to a broad range of stakeholders. Skills/Abilities: Excellent teamwork, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the ability to communicate and collaborate with employees and management at all levels and through various formats. Demonstrated ability to work in a matrixed organization with a range of technically, culturally, and geographically diverse teams and to influence areas not under direct control to achieve objectives. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve complex issues. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Travel: Occasional Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing Careers With a single vision as inspiring as “Transforming patients’ lives through science™ ”, every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in a supportive culture, promoting global participation in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues. On-site Protocol BMS has an occupancy structure that determines where an employee is required to conduct their work. This structure includes site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design jobs. The occupancy type that you are assigned is determined by the nature and responsibilities of your role: Site-essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility. Site-by-design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. For these roles, onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive Company culture. 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