William Lauer
About William Lauer
William Lauer is the Associate Director of Portfolio & Strategic Planning Analytics at Bristol Myers Squibb in Princeton, New Jersey, with extensive experience in portfolio optimization and analytics.
Current Role at Bristol Myers Squibb
William Lauer currently holds the position of Associate Director of Portfolio & Strategic Planning Analytics at Bristol Myers Squibb in Princeton, New Jersey, United States. His responsibilities include developing and managing analytical frameworks that support the strategic planning and portfolio management efforts of the company. His work focuses on enhancing financial forecasting accuracy and ensuring that R&D portfolio strategies align with enterprise objectives.
Previous Experience at Bristol Myers Squibb
Before his current role, William Lauer served as Senior Manager - R&D Portfolio Optimization and Analytics at Bristol Myers Squibb from 2018 to 2020. During this time, he played a key role in aligning the R&D portfolio with the company’s strategic goals, thereby improving transparency around financial outlooks and aiding in the decision-making process.
Professional Experience at PPL Corporation
William Lauer has extensive experience working at PPL Corporation. From 2015 to 2018, he held multiple roles including Manager of Data Analytics and Performance, Manager of Portfolio Management, and Operations Research Analyst. His work involved significant contributions to data analytics, portfolio management, and operational research, focusing on performance optimization and strategic planning.
Previous Roles in Engineering
Prior to his roles in analytics and portfolio management, William Lauer worked as a New Product Development Engineer at MSA - The Safety Company from 2011 to 2014. He also served as a Research and Development Engineer at JATCO in 2011. These roles provided him with a solid foundation in mechanical and industrial engineering, allowing him to develop technical solutions and innovative products.
Educational Background
William Lauer holds multiple degrees from the University of Pittsburgh. He earned a Master of Science in Industrial Engineering and a Master of Business Administration focusing on Operations Research from the Joseph M. Katz Graduate School of Business, both completed between 2012 and 2015. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, obtained from 2006 to 2010. His diverse educational background equips him with a unique blend of technical and managerial expertise essential for driving strategic initiatives.