Donna Lynch, Ms, C.P.M.
About Donna Lynch, Ms, C.P.M.
Donna Lynch is the Senior Director of R&D Procurement Strategy and Supplier Excellence at Bristol Myers Squibb, with extensive experience in procurement and sourcing within the pharmaceutical and biosciences sectors.
Company
Donna Lynch is currently employed at Bristol Myers Squibb as the Senior Director of R&D Procurement Strategy and Supplier Excellence. The role is based in Princeton, New Jersey, United States. Bristol Myers Squibb is a global biopharmaceutical company involved in research, development, and manufacturing of innovative medicines to address serious diseases.
Title
Donna Lynch holds the position of Senior Director, R&D Procurement Strategy and Supplier Excellence. In her role, she is responsible for leading procurement strategies within research and development, managing supplier relationships to ensure quality and efficiency, and overseeing the supplier excellence programs.
Education and Expertise
Donna Lynch obtained a Master of Science (MS) degree in Microbiology from Wagner College. She also holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Psychology from the same institution. Her educational background provides a strong foundation in both scientific research and human behavior, which is crucial for her role in procurement and sourcing. Additionally, Lynch is certified in Six Sigma and possesses extensive expertise in various ERP systems, including JD Edwards.
Previous Roles and Background
Before joining Bristol Myers Squibb, Donna Lynch worked at TAIHO ONCOLOGY INC as Director and Head of Procurement & Sourcing from 2016 to 2018, located in Princeton, New Jersey. Previously, she served as the Director of R&D Clinical Procurement and Global Category Lead at GSK from 2012 to 2016 in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. From 2010 to 2012, she held the role of Manager for R&D Clinical Global Strategic Sourcing at Merck. Lynch also has a substantial tenure at Schering-Plough Research Institute, where she was the Manager of Strategic Sourcing from 2005 to 2010.
Procurement Skills and Specializations
Donna Lynch specializes in procurement category management, particularly in clinical and development research areas. She has significant experience in procuring raw materials for pharmaceuticals, biosciences, cosmetics, and chemicals. Lynch is proficient in using ERP systems like JD Edwards and Ariba for procurement and supply chain management. She is also skilled in Six Sigma methodologies, ISO 9000 standards, financial analysis, risk management, change management, policy analysis, contract management, and negotiation.