Roberta Nogueira
About Roberta Nogueira
Roberta Nogueira is the Head of Information Technology for Bristol Myers Squibb in Brazil, with extensive experience in IT and supply chain management from her previous roles at DuPont.
Professional Role at Bristol Myers Squibb
Roberta Nogueira currently serves as the Head of Information Technology for Bristol Myers Squibb in Brazil. Based in São Paulo, she has been leading the IT department since June 2020. In this role, she oversees the technological infrastructure and strategy for the organization's operations across the country. Her leadership aligns with the company's objectives of innovation and efficiency in the healthcare industry.
Career at DuPont
Before joining Bristol Myers Squibb, Roberta Nogueira had a notable career at DuPont, holding various roles over more than a decade. She started as a Business Information System Leader, progressed to Six Sigma Black Belt focusing on process improvement, and eventually took on multiple managerial roles in IT and Supply Chain Management. Between 2018 and 2020, she served as the Regional IT Leader for Latin America. Her extensive experience at DuPont provided her with deep expertise in supply chain management and IT leadership.
Educational Background
Roberta Nogueira has a robust academic foundation. She earned her Bachelor degree from the Universidade Estadual de Campinas, graduating in 1997. She furthered her education with an MBA from FGV - Fundação Getulio Vargas, completed between 2002 and 2004. Her formal education laid the groundwork for her extensive career in IT and business management.
Early Career and Transition to IT
Roberta Nogueira began her professional journey as a trainee at Bank of Boston and then as an Economic Analyst at CPFL. Her initial focus was finance, bolstered by a degree in economics. She transitioned to IT during her tenure at Claro, where she worked as an IT Specialist for five years. This shift was marked by professional development courses in IT, setting the stage for her future leadership roles in the tech sector.
Advocacy for Diversity and Inclusion
In addition to her professional achievements, Roberta Nogueira is a strong advocate for diversity and inclusion within the IT and business sectors. She was Brazil’s sponsor for the B-NOW People and Business Resource Group at Bristol Myers Squibb from 2021 to 2023. She also mentors through Mulheres CIO, guiding women making career transitions. Her advocacy is further reflected in her belief that creativity is crucial for solving regional problems, and that overcoming self-doubt is a significant barrier for women in STEM.