Melanie Slivenko
About Melanie Slivenko
Melanie Slivenko is the Senior Manager of Global Outsourcing Management at Bristol Myers Squibb in Lawrenceville, New Jersey, with over 25 years of experience in the pharmaceutical and clinical research industries.
Current Role at Bristol Myers Squibb
Melanie Slivenko holds the position of Senior Manager, Global Outsourcing Management at Bristol Myers Squibb. Based in Lawrenceville, New Jersey, she is responsible for overseeing global outsourcing initiatives for the company. Her role involves coordinating and managing outsourcing activities to ensure seamless operations across multiple regions and stakeholders.
Experience at Bristol Myers Squibb
Before becoming a Senior Manager, Melanie served as an Outsourcing Manager at Bristol Myers Squibb. She worked in this capacity from 2018 to 2021 in Lawrenceville, New Jersey. Prior to this, she took on the role of Outsourcing Manager on a contract basis from 2017 to 2018 within the same company. Her responsibilities included managing outsourcing relationships and contracts to support clinical research and operations.
Role at inVentiv Health Clinical
Melanie has a comprehensive background at inVentiv Health Clinical, where she held multiple positions over nearly a decade. She worked as Senior Legal Contracts Associate from 2015 to 2017, and previously, as Associate Director Grants and Contracts from 2012 to 2015. Additionally, she served as Sunshine Act Manager in 2012 for 7 months and as Senior Project Budget Associate from 2008 to 2012. Her roles spanned legal contracts, grants management, and compliance with the Sunshine Act.
Financial Analyst Experience at Covance
In the earlier stages of her career, Melanie worked as Financial Analyst at Covance from 2001 to 2004 and from 1997 to 1999. She initially joined the company as an Administrative Support Specialist from 1996 to 1997. Her roles at Covance involved various aspects of financial analysis, laying a strong foundation for her expertise in budget management and financial operations.
Educational Background
Melanie Slivenko pursued higher education at Thomas Edison State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communications. She also attended Rutgers University, further enriching her academic background. Her education has equipped her with essential communication skills and a solid grounding in the principles needed for her roles in global outsourcing and contract management.
Expertise in the Pharmaceutical Industry
With over 25 years of experience, Melanie specializes in global outsourcing management and legal contracts within the pharmaceutical sector. Her extensive background includes financial analysis, budget management, and managing grants and contracts in clinical research. Melanie's expertise has been pivotal in ensuring compliance, operational efficiency, and effective management of outsourcing activities in her various roles.