Suzanne Hendriksen
About Suzanne Hendriksen
Suzanne Hendriksen is the Sr. Director of Regulatory Affairs Europe at Bristol Myers Squibb, with over 20 years of experience in regulatory affairs and drug development.
Current Role at Bristol Myers Squibb
Suzanne Hendriksen is currently serving as the Senior Director of Regulatory Affairs for Europe at Bristol Myers Squibb. Based in the Amsterdam area, she oversees regulatory strategies and submissions, ensuring compliance with both European Medicines Agency (EMA) and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) guidelines. Hendriksen specializes in creating regulatory pathways tailored to specific products, aligning both business and patient needs.
Previous Positions in Regulatory Affairs
Suzanne Hendriksen has a diverse background with extensive experience in a variety of regulatory roles. She worked at InnSense as a Consultant in Drug Development & Regulatory Affairs in 2020 for six months. Prior to that, she served as the Associate Director of Regulatory Affairs at Genzyme Europe B.V. for five years from 2015 to 2020. She also held positions at myTomorrows.com and Synthon, and led departments at Pharming and Xendo Pharma Services. Earlier in her career, Hendriksen had roles at N.V. Organon, starting as a Regulatory Affairs Scientist and moving up to being a Regulatory Affairs Manager.
Educational Background
Suzanne Hendriksen holds a Master of Science degree in Bio-Pharmaceutical Sciences from Universiteit Leiden. She completed her studies from 1993 to 1998. This academic foundation has provided her with the necessary knowledge and skills to excel in the highly specialized field of regulatory affairs within the pharmaceutical industry.
Expertise in Regulatory Affairs
With over 20 years of experience in regulatory affairs, Suzanne Hendriksen has deep expertise in drug development and market approvals worldwide. She is proficient in managing multidisciplinary matrix organizations and engaging with health authorities for regulatory submissions. Known for creating tailored regulatory strategies, she provides strategic advice and supports optimal regulatory pathways for various products and disease areas.
Project Management Skills
Suzanne Hendriksen possesses strong project management skills, particularly in planning and managing dossier deliverables. She is experienced in all phases of a product's lifecycle, from initial regulatory submissions to market authorization and post-approval variations. Hendriksen is recognized for her ability to connect and inspire stakeholders, achieving common regulatory and business goals.