Own end-to-end product strategy and partner with senior leaders to ensure cost-effective, reliable supply throughout the full product lifecycle
Develop and drive the Novartis Operations Product Strategy to realize the Commercial Brand Strategy and optimize performance along the Novartis Operations value chain
Manage complexity, driving product strategic decisions with senior management and Novartis Operations
Lead in the cost evolution of the Brand with Novartis Operations Manufacturing Sites
Define and execute the Product Supply Strategy, Life-Cycle Management Strategy, Supply Risk Management and Product Roadmap
Implement and lead the Cost Leadership program with a focus on efficiency gain, complexity reduction, supply network optimization and business continuity
Liaise with Product manufacturing Sites ensuring optimal site and volume allocation, drug substance manufacture, DP filling, packaging, device assembly, launch and commercialization
Report manufacturing status and issues in case of arising crisis to respective management boards
Requirements
University master degree in economic/business or technical discipline, science or medicine
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Minimum 5-10 years of working experience in local, regional and global functions with minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in Pharmaceutical Industry in a leadership position
Excellent and prove leadership skills in various cultural and diverse environments
Consolidated supply chain, strategy and financial background
Proven business acumen, judgement and track record of successfully leading cross divisional and cross functional strategic projects
Strong influencing skills across all stakeholder groups
Proven track record in successfully managing complex transformations, integrations and change management
Ability to work and thrive in highly ambiguous environments with ever-changing priorities.
Excellent analytical skills (problem structuring and problem solving), able to handle complex analyses.
English – fluent written and spoken, additional languages a plus.
Benefits
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