Larry Bittner
About Larry Bittner
Larry Bittner is the District Business Manager for the Red River District at Bristol Myers Squibb, with over 18 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry and a background in fitness management.
District Business Manager at Bristol Myers Squibb
Larry Bittner currently holds the position of District Business Manager for the Red River District at Bristol Myers Squibb. His responsibilities include overseeing business operations and driving performance within the district. This role builds on his extensive experience within the pharmaceutical industry and marks his most recent contribution to the company.
Previous Roles at Bristol Myers Squibb
Larry Bittner has held various roles at Bristol Myers Squibb over the past nine years. From 2018 to 2020, he served as the Associate Manager of Field Operations for the South Central Region. Before that, he was the Sr. Territory Business Manager for Immuno-Oncology in Houston, TX, from 2014 to 2017. These roles have allowed him to garner deep insights and substantial experience in the pharmaceutical sector.
Professional Background at Merck & Co., Inc.
Before his tenure at Bristol Myers Squibb, Larry spent nine years at Merck & Co., Inc. as a Professional Representative. During his time there, Larry honed his skills in pharmaceutical sales and established a strong foundation for his future roles within the industry.
Early Career in Fitness and Retail
Larry's career began outside the pharmaceutical industry. Between 2000 and 2005, he worked at Bally Total Fitness, first as Operations Manager and then as Fitness Director. Prior to that, he spent four years as the Head Photo Specialist at Walgreens from 1996 to 2000. These roles enabled Larry to develop strong operational and managerial skills that have served him well throughout his career.
Education in Kinesiology from Sam Houston State University
Larry Bittner earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Kinesiology from Sam Houston State University. He attended the university from 1995 to 2000. His educational background in kinesiology has provided him with a comprehensive understanding of health and fitness, contributing to his versatile career from fitness management to pharmaceuticals.