Director TA Innovation

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Position Summary

As we continue to evolve our People capabilities, we are seeking a Director, Talent Acquisition Innovation to support the strategic reimagining and modernization of our talent acquisition function. This role will serve as a key contributor to multiple TA transformation initiatives, including but not limited to driving process redesign, technology enablement, workforce planning integration, and capability building to create a scalable, data-driven, and client-centric recruiting model. The Director will partner closely with HR leadership, business stakeholders, TA operations, and the TA Leadership team to ensure the function is positioned to attract world-class talent in support of BMS's patient-focused mission.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy & Transformation Leadership

• Lead the design and execution of a multi-year Talent Acquisition transformation roadmap, including process redesign, operating model evolution, and technology modernization
• Identify and prioritize opportunities to improve recruiter effectiveness, candidate experience, hiring manager partnership, time-to-fill, and NPS across all talent segments
• Drive alignment between TA transformation initiatives and BMS enterprise HR strategy, workforce planning, and organizational goals
• Develop change management strategies and communication plans to ensure successful adoption of new tools, processes, and ways of working

Technology & Data

• Support the project governance and strategy stewardship of the TA technology stack  including tech stack consolidation and AI-powered enhancements across the TA lifecycle.
• Establish and govern TA analytics frameworks in partnership with BMS’ Analytics, People Science, and People Services organizations — defining KPIs, dashboards, and reporting cadences that provide actionable insights to business and HR leaders.

Process Excellence & Operational Model

• Lead sub teams  to redesign and standardize end-to-end recruiting processes globally, ensuring consistency, compliance, and scalability
• Partner with TA Operations, HR COEs, and external vendors to build a best-in-class, efficient delivery model
• Define and implement quality standards for interviews, selection, and offer processes in alignment with legal and regulatory requirements

Indirect Team Leadership + Project Support

• Lead and support multiple transformation teams to drive a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Build organizational capability by defining competency frameworks, training programs, and career pathways for TA professionals

Qualifications & Experience Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• 10+ years of progressive Talent Acquisition experience, with at least 4 years in a transformation, strategy, or operations leadership role
• Demonstrated experience leading large-scale TA transformation or organizational change initiatives
• Deep knowledge of recruiting technologies (ATS, CRM, AI sourcing tools), with Workday Recruiting experience strongly preferred
• Strong analytical mindset with experience leveraging TA data and metrics to drive decisions
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional projects and influence without direct authority
• Excellent executive communication and presentation skills

Preferred:

• Experience in the biopharmaceutical, life sciences, or highly regulated industry
• Exposure to global or multi-regional talent acquisition operating models
• Certification in HR (SHRM-SCP, SPHR) or project management (PMP) a plus
• Familiarity with agile methodologies and continuous improvement frameworks (Lean, Six Sigma)

Competencies:

• Strategic Thinking & Vision
• Leading Change & Transformation
• Data-Driven Decision Making
• Collaboration & Stakeholder Influence
• Talent Development & People Leadership
• Innovation & Intellectual Curiosity

If you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn’t perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career.

Princeton - NJ - US: $176,550 - $213,931 


The starting compensation range(s) for this role are listed above for a full-time employee (FTE) basis. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility) may be available. The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills, where the job is performed, the employee’s work schedule, job-related knowledge, and experience. Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience. 

Eligibility for specific benefits listed on our careers site may vary based on the job and location. For more on benefits, please visit https://careers.bms.com/life-at-bms/.
 

Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans in effect at the time and may require enrollment. Our benefits include:

• 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.

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. For field-based and remote-by-design roles the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function.

Supporting People with Disabilities

BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request a reasonable workplace accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your inquiries to adastaffingsupport@bms.com. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.

Candidate Rights

BMS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.

If you live in or expect to work from Los Angeles County if hired for this position, please visit this page for important additional information: https://careers.bms.com/california-residents/

Data Protection

We will never request payments, financial information, or social security numbers during our application or recruitment process. Learn more about protecting yourself at https://careers.bms.com/fraud-protection.

Any data processed in connection with role applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data privacy policies and regulations.

If you believe that the job posting is missing information required by local law or incorrect in any way, please contact BMS at TAEnablement@bms.com. Please provide the Job Title and Requisition number so we can review. Communications related to your application should not be sent to this email and you will not receive a response. Inquiries related to the status of your application should be directed to Chat with Ripley.

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