Bruno Lauras
About Bruno Lauras
Bruno Lauras is the Executive Finance Director for France at Bristol-Myers Squibb, with over three decades of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, including senior roles at AstraZeneca and Sanofi.
Executive Finance Director, France
Bruno Lauras is currently the Executive Finance Director, France at Bristol-Myers Squibb. In this role, he oversees finance operations and strategies in the French market, utilizing his extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry to drive financial performance and ensure compliance with corporate and regulatory requirements.
Previous Roles at Bristol-Myers Squibb
Before assuming his current role, Bruno Lauras held several high-level positions at Bristol-Myers Squibb. From 2016 to 2019, he served as Head of Global Financial Services EMEA-APAC and Europe Capability Center Lead. He also served as Head of Europe Capability Center and Business Financial Services, EMEA from 2014 to 2016. Between 2012 and 2014, he occupied the role of Vice President Finance for European Markets. From 2006 to 2012, he was the Finance Vice President for France.
Roles at AstraZeneca and Sanofi
Bruno Lauras has also held senior finance roles at other major pharmaceutical companies. From 2003 to 2006, he was the Finance Director for France at AstraZeneca. Prior to that, he served in various capacities at Sanofi including General Manager for Switzerland (2000-2002), General Manager for Belgium (1998-1999), and Regional Director for the Near East (1992-1998).
Early Career and Education
Bruno Lauras began his career as a Finance Analyst at Roussel Uclaf from 1989 to 1992. He holds a Master’s degree from École des Hautes Études Commerciales, completed between 1981 and 1984, and has also studied at INSEAD in 1997.
Global Experience and Expertise
With over three decades in the pharmaceutical industry, Bruno Lauras has significant experience leading financial operations across multiple regions including EMEA and APAC. He has played a key role in establishing the Europe Capability Center at Bristol-Myers Squibb, and has a strong background in managing financial services and capability centers on a global scale. His career also includes international assignments in various locations such as New York, Switzerland, Belgium, and the Near East, showcasing his ability to navigate diverse markets and operational challenges.