Paula Armoa
About Paula Armoa
Paula Armoa is the Senior Manager of Strategy & Business Excellence at Bristol Myers Squibb in Boudry, Neuchâtel, Switzerland, with extensive experience in corporate strategy, agile operations, and business transformation.
Current Role and Responsibilities at Bristol Myers Squibb
Paula Armoa operates as the Senior Manager Strategy & Business Excellence at Bristol Myers Squibb in Boudry, Neuchâtel, Switzerland. She focuses on enhancing communication practices to elevate business performance and organizational culture. Additionally, she leads efforts on Engagement & Communications, People Strategy, and Change Management while supporting Operational Excellence and Continuous Improvement initiatives.
Previous Experience at Japan Tobacco International (JTI)
Before her current role, Paula worked at Japan Tobacco International (JTI) in various capacities. From 2019 to 2022, she served as Corporate Affairs Agile Operations Director – Agile Coach & PMO Lead. Before that, she was the Global Transformation PMO Manager from 2018 to 2019, Corporate Strategy Manager from 2017 to 2018, and Corporate Affairs & Communications Manager - Global Travel Retail from 2012 to 2017. Her tenure at JTI involved leading restructuring initiatives and driving the adoption of agile frameworks.
Educational Background and Certifications
Paula's educational credentials include a degree in Law from Universidad Nacional de Rosario, an MBA from IE Business School, and several certifications from prestigious institutions. She studied Business Administration and Management at INSEAD, earning a Certificate in Global Management, and also focused on Organizational Leadership and Coaching. Additionally, she completed a course on Contract Law at Harvard Online and studied Public Policy Analysis at Luiss Guido Carli University. She holds multiple professional certifications like Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, PMP, PSPO II, and PSM II.
Expertise in Legal Affairs and Corporate Strategy
Paula's career includes significant experience in legal affairs, corporate strategy, and business intelligence. She began her professional journey in Rosario, Argentina, where she worked in various legal and compliance roles at Municipalidad de Rosario and Gobierno de la Provincia de Santa Fe. She also managed her independent legal practice, where she served as a Lawyer/Attorney at the State and Federal Bars. Paula's comprehensive legal and corporate strategy background has been pivotal in her roles across different organizations.
Role in Organizational Change and Agile Methodologies
At JTI, Paula's notable contributions included leading restructuring initiatives and promoting the adoption of agile frameworks. As the Corporate Affairs Agile Operations Director, she utilized her expertise to drive significant improvements in operational efficiency and innovation. Her leadership in agile methodologies and change management has been a recurring theme throughout her career, showcasing her ability to spearhead transformation within various corporate environments.