Director, EHSS Audit & Assurance

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Position Summary :

The Director, EHSS Audit & Assurance leads the global strategy and execution of BMS's EHSS internal audit program, ensuring alignment with the EHSS management system and driving continuous improvement, risk mitigation, and compliance assurance. This role provides strategic oversight of audit planning, delivery, and reporting, while advancing audit methodologies through digital innovation and systems thinking. The Director partners with global stakeholders to deliver insights that strengthen EHSS governance and performance across the enterprise.

Key Responsibilities :

Lead the global EHSS internal audit program, including strategic planning, scoping, execution, and reporting, aligned with internal standards and business priorities.

Oversee annual audit goal-setting, long-range planning, and outcome reporting to senior leadership; support management review and trend analysis.

Drive continuous improvement of audit processes by analyzing findings, identifying systemic risks, and recommending enhancements to EHSS programs and controls.

Advance digitalization of the audit program, including integration of AI and analytics to improve efficiency, insight generation, and risk prediction.

Develop and deliver auditor training and communications, partnering with site leaders, EHSS systems leads, and external providers.

Serve as the primary liaison for internal and external audit stakeholders, including certification bodies and industry organizations.

• Provide expert guidance in complex EHSS scenarios, applying risk-based thinking and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications & Experience :

Bachelor's degree in life sciences, engineering, or a related field; advanced degrees preferred.

Minimum 10 years of EHSS experience, with significant leadership in audit program development and delivery.

Deep knowledge of EHSS management systems (ISO14001, ISO45001, PSM) and global regulatory frameworks.

Proven ability to lead global audit teams and communicate findings to diverse audiences.

Experience with digital audit tools, data analytics, and AI integration in compliance programs.

Strong project management, stakeholder engagement, and change leadership skills.

Willingness to travel up to 50% globally and work flexibly across varied environments.

Preferred : Professional certifications (CIH, CSP); ISO 14001 / 45001 Lead Auditor credential.

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Compensation Overview :

Devens - MA - US : $197,230 - $239,001

New Brunswick - NJ - US : $179,300 - $217,268

Princeton - NJ - US : $179,300 - $217,268

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.

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Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect and may include the following : Medical, pharmacy, dental and vision care. Wellbeing support such as the BMS Living Life Better program and employee assistance programs (EAP). Financial well-being resources and a 401(K). Financial protection benefits such as short- and long-term disability, life insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection and survivor support. Work-life programs include paid national holidays and optional holidays, Global Shutdown Days between Christmas and New Year's holiday, up to 120 hours of paid vacation, up to two (2) paid days to volunteer, sick time off, and summer hours flexibility. Parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military leave. Family care services such as adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, fertility / infertility benefits, support for traveling mothers, and child, elder and pet care resources. Other perks like tuition reimbursement and a recognition program.

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On-site Protocol

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Company : Bristol-Myers Squibb

Req Number : R1596730

Updated : 2025-11-24 03 : 45 : 15.276 UTC

Location : Devens-MA

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