Barbara Romano
About Barbara Romano
Barbara Romano is the Executive Associate II to the VP of USP Oncology Sales at Bristol-Myers Squibb, with over 25 years of experience in various executive support roles within the company.
Executive Associate II to VP, USP Oncology Sales
Barbara Romano currently serves as the Executive Associate II to the Vice President of USP Oncology Sales at Bristol-Myers Squibb in New Jersey, United States. In this role since 2014, she provides high-level executive support within the oncology sales division. Her extensive experience with the company, spanning over 25 years, allows her to effectively manage and support the executive team in this critical area of healthcare.
Career at Bristol-Myers Squibb
Barbara Romano has held several significant positions at Bristol-Myers Squibb, demonstrating her versatility and commitment to the company. She began as an Executive Assistant to the Director of Oncology Marketing in 1992 and transitioned through multiple roles, including Executive Assistant to the VP of Financial Shared Services, Global Procurement, and Executive Associate roles in R&D and Global Development Operations. Since 2014, she has been focused on the oncology sales division, leveraging her deep understanding of the company's operations.
Experience in Research and Development
From 2010 to 2014, Barbara Romano worked as the Executive Associate II to the VP of R&D Global Development Operations at Bristol-Myers Squibb. During this four-year period, she was instrumental in providing executive support for the company's research and development initiatives. Her role involved extensive coordination and management, facilitating smooth operations within the R&D division.
Support in Global Procurement
Barbara Romano served as the Executive Associate to the VP of Global Procurement at Bristol-Myers Squibb from 2000 to 2007. In this role, she offered executive-level support, ensuring efficient procurement processes and contributing to the department's overall effectiveness. Her tenure in procurement highlighted her ability to adapt and thrive in different corporate environments.
Transition to Financial Shared Services and Oncology Marketing
Earlier in her career, Barbara Romano played a pivotal role as the Executive Assistant to the VP of Financial Shared Services from 1994 to 2000, and to the Director of Oncology Marketing from 1992 to 1994. These positions allowed her to develop a foundational understanding of both financial and marketing operations within Bristol-Myers Squibb, setting the stage for her successful transitions into other executive support roles within the company.