Andrea Lang Kopchinski
About Andrea Lang Kopchinski
Andrea Lang Kopchinski is the Global Alliance Lead for CRO Outsourcing at Bristol Myers Squibb, with over 15 years of experience in pharmaceutical procurement and outsourcing.
Current Role at Bristol Myers Squibb
Andrea Lang Kopchinski currently serves as the Global Alliance Lead for CRO Outsourcing at Bristol Myers Squibb. In this role, based out of Lawrenceville, New Jersey, she is responsible for overseeing and managing strategic alliances and partnerships with Contract Research Organizations (CROs). Her work focuses on fostering strong relationships, ensuring alignment with company objectives, and optimizing outsourcing strategies to support research and development (R&D) efforts.
Previous Roles at Sanofi
Andrea Lang Kopchinski held several key positions at Sanofi. From 2018-2021, she was the Strategic Partnership Alliance Lead for the North-America CSU in Bridgewater, NJ, where she managed significant strategic partnerships. Before that, she worked as a Procurement Manager for Scientific and Clinical Procurement in North America from 2010 to 2016. Her initial role at Sanofi-Aventis included working in Paris, France, as a Purchasing Manager from 2008 to 2010, and prior to that, she served as a Purchasing Specialist for Pharma Operations in Bridgewater, NJ, from 2005 to 2008.
Experience at Merck
From 2016 to 2018, Andrea Lang Kopchinski was employed at Merck as the Associate Director of Functional Outsourcing Research & Development Procurement in Kenilworth, New Jersey. In this capacity, she was involved in the procurement processes related to R&D activities, specifically focusing on functional outsourcing. Her role required her to work closely with various stakeholders to ensure that procurement strategies were effectively aligned with the company's research and development objectives.
Early Career and Education
Andrea's early career includes a position as an Office Manager at P&G Associates in East Brunswick, NJ, in 2005, where she worked for seven months. Prior to entering the pharmaceutical industry, she completed her education in English, achieving a BA from Kean University (1999-2001) and an MA from Drew University (2001-2004). Her transition from office management to specialized procurement and outsourcing signifies her versatile skill set and adaptability.
International Work Experience
Andrea Lang Kopchinski's professional experience is marked by significant international exposure. Notably, she worked in Paris, France, as a Purchasing Manager for Sanofi-Aventis' R&D division from 2008 to 2010. This role provided her with valuable insights into global procurement practices and enhanced her ability to manage international partnerships effectively.