2027 Full-time Procurement Leadership Development Program

At Bristol Myers Squibb, our employees often ask, “Who are you working for?”—a question that fuels collaboration, accountability, and urgency in our work. Our purpose-driven culture inspires us to discover, develop, and deliver innovative medicines to prevail over serious diseases. We offer uniquely interesting and meaningful work, opportunities for growth, and a supportive environment that values inclusion, wellbeing, flexibility, and comprehensive benefits. This is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it.
Empower your career and become a future leader in the biopharmaceutical industry by joining Bristol Myers Squibb’s Global Procurement team through our dynamic Leadership Development Program (LDP).
This three-year, full-time rotational experience is designed to cultivate the next generation of procurement leaders and is perfect for graduates passionate about Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, or related fields. The BMS Procurement Leadership Development Program provides a transformative opportunity to build your skills, expand your network, and accelerate your growth into a future procurement leader. You’ll contribute directly to the supply chain that delivers innovative medicines to patients worldwide and gain critical knowledge of the biopharma industry—all while collaborating with high-caliber professionals across BMS.
You will rotate across critical procurement functions—such as Agile Sourcing, Procurement Excellence and Business Partnering & Strategy working on projects that support our mission to discover, develop, and deliver innovative medicines. Throughout the program, you’ll participate in an in-depth orientation covering BMS’s structure, products, brands, and procurement’s key role in supporting enterprise objectives. Successful completion of the program positions individuals for possible career growth and expanded leadership opportunities within the organization. The starting compensation for this job is a range from $68,000 to $80,000 incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility). The starting pay rate considers characteristics of the job, such as required skills and where the job is performed. Finally, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience. All rotations are based in central New Jersey.
If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and accelerate your professional growth, this is the opportunity for you!
Program Features:
Three structured, annual rotations across major procurement disciplines
Exposure to BMS senior leadership and networking with teams including Finance and Business Development
Coaching and guidance from dedicated program directors, sponsors, and engagement managers within Global Procurement
Developmental feedback, mentorship, team-building activities, and professional workshops
Opportunities to impact category strategy, supplier management, cost analysis, and operational excellence
Robust platform to expand skills, grow your professional network, and prepare for a future leadership career in procurement
Key Responsibilities May Include:
Conducting market research to identify industry dynamics, supplier capabilities, and emerging trends
Executing category strategy activities under the guidance of operations and strategic category leaders
Performing scenario planning and total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis to support data-driven sourcing decisions
Applying data analytics and visualization skills to generate actionable procurement insights
Recommending and helping implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, compliance, and cost optimization
Diving into supplier risk identification, assessment, and mitigation to ensure supply continuity and quality
Managing day-to-day supply issues, communicating proactively with internal customers and suppliers
Communicating issues, risks, and broader trends to leadership, driving toward practical, timely resolutions
Collaborating across departments—e.g., Finance, Business Development, R&D, Commercial, GPS, and Enabling Services—to support cross-functional initiatives
Contributing to enterprise-wide strategic projects and continuous improvement initiatives that advance organizational objective
Eligibility Requirements:
Applicants must be currently enrolled at an accredited institution pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Data Science, Business Administration, Operations Management, Finance, or Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Chemical, or Biomedical), with an expected graduation date of Spring 2027 and ready to start June/July 2027.
All candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. both at the time of hire and for the duration of their employment. Please note that immigration or visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Min GPA: 3.3; please include on resume
Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
Strong communication skills—able to adapt message style to various audiences
Qualifications & Experience:
Strong interest in a long-term procurement career at BMS
Demonstrated leadership within academic, extracurricular, or professional settings
Internship or relevant experience within procurement, supply chain, business, or finance
Experience working with large data sets and visualizing data (coursework or certification in Excel/Data Visualization preferred)
Collaborative work with the ability to build relationships and influence cross-functional partners
Excellent strategic thinking, project management, and organizational skills
A Problem-solving mindset grounded in a data-driven approach
High levels of motivation, professionalism, and commitment to compliance
Effective time management skills with the ability to work both independently and across teams
Strong networking abilities and relationship management skills
We hire for skills and capabilities, not just credentials – if this role excites you, but doesn’t perfectly match your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway.
Compensation Overview:
New Brunswick - NJ - US: $74,800 - $90,640
Princeton - NJ - US: $74,800 - $90,640 

The starting pay range(s) listed above is for full-time employees (FTE). You may also be eligible for additional discretionary incentive cash and stock opportunities. We determine starting pay thoughtfully – carefully considering the nature of the role, required skills, work location, schedule and the knowledge and experience you bring. Final compensation is guided by pay equity principles and applicable employment laws. Compensation programs are reviewed on an ongoing basis and may be adjusted over time to reflect evolving market factors, and individual, team or Company performance.
Benefits:
Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect, you may be eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefit plans – including wellbeing support, retirement and financial protection benefits, and insurance offerings (medical, dental, vision, life and disability).
U.S.-based exempt employees are eligible for Flexible Time Off (FTO), which provides paid time off without a set accrual limit, subject to manager approval, along with 11 paid company holidays each year.
Non-exempt employees, RayzeBio employees, and employees located in Puerto Rico receive 160 hours of paid vacation annually for new hires (subject to manager approval), 11 paid company holidays, and 3 optional holidays.