2027 Full-time Procurement Leadership Development Program

Bristol Myers Squibb • Princeton, NJ

11h • $74,800 - $90,640

About The Position

Bristol Myers Squibb’s Global Procurement Leadership Development Program is a 2.5-year, full-time rotational experience designed to develop future procurement leaders. Participants contribute to the supply chain that delivers medicines to patients worldwide while building procurement skills, learning about the biopharmaceutical industry, and collaborating with professionals across BMS. The program includes three structured, ten-month rotations across procurement disciplines, including sourcing and contracting; procurement operations, transformation, and communications; and category strategy, business partnership, and supplier management. Participants also complete an in-depth orientation covering BMS’s structure, products, brands, and Procurement’s role in supporting enterprise objectives. All rotations are based in central New Jersey. Successful completion may position participants for career growth and expanded leadership opportunities within the organization.

Program support includes exposure to senior leadership and teams such as Finance and Business Development; coaching and guidance from program directors, sponsors, and engagement managers; developmental feedback, mentorship, team-building activities, and professional workshops; and opportunities to contribute to category strategy, supplier management, cost analysis, and operational excellence.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States at hire and throughout employment; visa sponsorship is unavailable. Applicants must be currently enrolled in an accredited institution pursuing a qualifying bachelor’s degree, expect to graduate in Spring 2027, and be ready to start in June or July 2027. A minimum GPA of 3.3 must be included on the resume. The listed starting salary range is $74,800–$90,640 in New Brunswick, New Jersey, and Princeton, New Jersey. Eligible employees may also receive discretionary cash incentives and stock opportunities, subject to applicable terms and conditions.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled at an accredited institution and pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Data Science, Business Administration, Operations Management, Finance, Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Chemical, or Biomedical), Life Sciences, or a related field.
• Expected graduation date of Spring 2027 and availability to start in June or July 2027.
• Minimum GPA of 3.3, included on the resume.
• Authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and for the duration of employment; immigration or visa sponsorship is not available.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to adapt messaging to different audiences.
• Strong interest in a long-term procurement career at BMS.
• Demonstrated leadership in academic, extracurricular, or professional settings.
• Collaborative approach and ability to build relationships with and influence cross-functional partners.
• Strong strategic thinking, project management, and organizational skills.
• Data-driven problem-solving mindset.
• Motivation, professionalism, and commitment to compliance.
• Effective time management and ability to work independently and across teams.
• Strong networking and relationship management skills.

Nice To Haves

• Internship or other relevant experience in procurement, supply chain, business, life sciences, or finance.
• Experience working with large data sets and visualizing data; Excel or data visualization coursework or certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research to identify industry dynamics, supplier capabilities, and emerging trends.
• Execute category strategy activities under the guidance of operations and strategic category leaders.
• Perform scenario planning and total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis to support data-driven sourcing decisions.
• Apply data analytics and visualization skills to generate actionable procurement insights.
• Engage in business negotiations.
• Recommend and help implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, compliance, and cost optimization.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate supplier risks to support supply continuity and quality.
• Manage day-to-day supply issues and communicate proactively with internal customers and suppliers.
• Communicate issues, risks, and broader trends to leadership and work toward practical, timely resolutions.
• Collaborate across departments, including Finance, Business Development, R&D, Commercial, GPS, and Enabling Services, on cross-functional initiatives.
• Contribute to enterprise-wide strategic projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit plans, including wellbeing support, retirement and financial protection benefits, and medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance offerings, subject to plan terms and eligibility.
• Flexible Time Off (FTO) for eligible U.S.-based exempt employees, subject to manager approval.
• Paid vacation for eligible non-exempt employees, RayzeBio employees, and employees located in Puerto Rico.
• 11 paid company holidays each year.
• Three optional holidays for eligible non-exempt employees, RayzeBio employees, and employees located in Puerto Rico.
• Depending on eligibility, paid sick leave, up to two paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, and leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, or military needs.
• Eligible employees may receive an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.
• Potential additional discretionary cash incentives and stock opportunities, subject to applicable terms and conditions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level