Director, International Policy Analytics

Bristol Myers Squibb • Washington, DC

1d • $206,210 - $249,878 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Director, International Policy Analytics will lead analytical assessments of ex U.S. pharmaceutical policy and pricing reforms, translating complex international policy developments into decision‑ready insights that inform enterprise strategy, policy research evidence generation, and external policy engagement. This role will focus on evaluating the impact of policies related to government pricing, reimbursement, and trade policies across priority international markets, including Europe, Asia ‑Pacific, and other key geographies. The individual will partner closely with the International Policy and Government Affairs team and other cross functional stakeholders to assess portfolio and enterprise implications of diverse policy frameworks—such as health technology assessment (HTA) reforms, external reference pricing, price controls, budget impact policies, managed entry agreements, and ‑trade related measures—and synthesize insights for senior leadership. This role plays a critical part in ensuring BMS leadership understands the global and cross market implications of international policy developments in a rapidly evolving environment.

Requirements

• Advanced degree preferred (e.g., MPH, MPP, MBA, PhD, PharmD, or equivalent).
• 7–10+ years of experience in international health policy, pricing, reimbursement, HTA, or policy analytics.
• Strong understanding of international pharmaceutical policy frameworks, including government pricing, reimbursement systems, HTA processes, and access policies.
• Experience analyzing cross‑market policy dynamics and understanding how international reforms impact global portfolio strategy.
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex, heterogeneous policy environments into clear, actionable insights.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience supporting executive‑level discussions.
• Ability to operate effectively in ambiguous, fast‑moving international policy environments.
• Experience working in cross‑functional, matrixed organizations.
• Interest in developing leadership and mentoring skills, with potential to grow into broader workstream or people leadership roles over time.
• Familiarity with and willingness to engage with digital or AI enabled analytics tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead analytical assessments of international pharmaceutical policy reforms across priority ex U.S. markets, including pricing, reimbursement, access, HTA, and ‑trade related‑ policies.
• Develop, maintain, and apply analytical frameworks and models to assess the portfolio and enterprise impact of international government pricing and reimbursement policies.
• Monitor and interpret international statutes, regulations, policy guidance, and HTA processes, translating complex and market specific‑ policy developments into actionable insights.
• Support policy research evidence generation by producing robust analyses that inform international policy positions, evidence packages, and advocacy narratives.
• Partner with the international policy team to provide analytics that support external policy engagement with governments, regulators, HTA bodies, and other policy stakeholders.
• Assess cross market‑ and spillover effects of international policy reforms (e.g., reference pricing, trade dynamics, global affordability initiatives) and their implications for enterprise strategy.
• Prepare clear, executive ready‑ presentations and written materials that communicate analytical findings, uncertainties, and strategic tradeoffs to senior leadership.
• Collaborate cross-functionally ‑with Global Health Systems Analytics, Global Pricing, Global Market Access (MAx), Regional Market Access teams, Legal, HEOR, Finance, and Business Insights & Technology (BIT).
• Track emerging international policy trends and identify potential risks and opportunities, escalating insights and recommendations as appropriate.
• Leverage digital tools and AI e‑nabled analytics to enhance analytical rigor, efficiency, and scalability across international policy assessments.
• Provide guidance, prioritization, and quality oversight for international policy analytics deliverables.
• Mentor and develop team members and contribute to broader Global Policy Analytics capability‑building.

Benefits

• 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.
• Eligibility Disclosure: The summer hours program is for United States (U.S.) office-based employees due to the unique nature of their work. Summer hours are generally not available for field sales and manufacturing operations and may also be limited for the capability centers. Employees in remote-by-design or lab-based roles may be eligible for summer hours, depending on the nature of their work, and should discuss eligibility with their manager. Employees covered under a collective bargaining agreement should consult that document to determine if they are eligible. Contractors, leased workers and other service providers are not eligible to participate in the program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree