Director, Commercial Operations, Neuroscience

About the role

This role reports operationally to the SVP, Therapeutic Area Head for Neuroscience and functionally to the VP, General Manager, Established Medicines Portfolio & Commercial Operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with the TA Head, GMs and BEL to manage operations by orchestrating the preparation of all deliverables, prioritizing time commitment and workload
• Ensure readiness for key TA engagements, such as ECN meetings, LRRs (Launch Readiness Reviews) and MBRs (Management Business Reviews)
• Support Investor Relations process (e.g. preparation for Quarterly Earnings calls)
• Drive alignment and prioritization of TA activities through TAAF (TA Alignment Forum)
• Lead and manage key initiatives for the General Management organization in collaboration with US Functions related to key business priorities
• Influence decisions and drive alignment between US TA priorities and US enterprise strategy, including alignment with S&G and INT Teams
• Oversee critical initiatives to drive excellence in our culture, operations and ways of working
• Build excellence in day-to-day meeting operations, processes and outcomes

Essential Requirements

• Education (minimum/desirable): Bachelor's Degree required, Master’s Degree preferred
• Experience:
• 7+ years combined experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, healthcare, or healthcare consulting industry, inclusive of at least 2 different types of cross-functional roles/experiences
• 4+ years leading complex projects requiring cross-functional alignment
• 2+ years functional experience in the US, Commercial preferred
• Strong business acumen, excellent strategic thinking and effective problem solving
• Track record of exceptional performance and execution that drives results in a cross-functional matrix
• Proven self-starter with high standards of excellence, an innovative mindset and the ability to consistently meet deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to collaborate, operate and influence the organization
• Outstanding ability to deal with ambiguity/uncertainty; Strong executive presence and ability to interact with senior Leadership; Curiosity, excellent listening skills and ability to challenge current thinking; Strong customer-focus mindset; Excellent PowerPoint skills

Pay

The salary for this position is expected to range between $185,500.00 and $344,500.00 per year.

Schedule

The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors.

Benefits

Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards.

US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.

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Why Novartis

Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Ready to create a brighter future together?

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EEO Statement

The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.