Strategic Initiatives Lead Digitalization

We are looking for an experienced profile with Supply Chain background who can drive the definition and roll-out of key supply chain digitalization projects.

Key responsibilities:

• Drives strategy definition of key digitalization initiatives and use-cases to achieve a competitive advantage in all aspects of Technical Operations including supporting x-platform activities, generating alignments and financial benefits across the entire network.
• Ensures proactive and transparent plans and reporting is in place for major strategic digitalization projects and use-cases.
• Executes benchmarking and studies to maintain competitive advantage within the industry applying fit-for-purpose tools and use-cases.
• Leads cross-functional implementation teams for assigned projects: Significant time commitment (80%) is expected to drive the key Network Planning tool Kinaxis® RapidResponse® roll-out and implementation as PMO Lead in the Large Molecule Network and beyond. Kinaxis® RapidResponse® is a key platform for Novartis Operations capable of delivering true concurrent supply chain and network planning.
• Hands-on support of the operational implementation teams in global and local functions.
• Champions the Novartis Values & Behaviors and acts as a role model of leadership to foster an inclusive and high performing culture and advocate for Digitalization and Automation

Obligatory requirements:

• Education: Bachelor/Master degree in Business, Supply Chain or Engineering
• 5+ years of cross functional and operational experience in a international and multidisciplinary global TechOps role, with an understanding of production process of biologics and aseptic fill & finish processes, if not, within a highly regulated environment
• Excellent knowledge of ERP systems, including SAP. Kinaxis Rapid Response would be highly valued.
• Advanced SCM planning skills e.g., as tactical planner or process owner / specialist
• Advanced knowledge of marketing planning tools, forecasting, launch preparation and competitive intelligence
• Proven, strong track record in strategic thinking, result orientation and project management
• Strong leadership skills and expert team player and able to work in cross-functional/cross-divisional teams – no direct reports? No direct reports, matrix leadership
• Excellent verbal communication and presentation skills, with ability to influence and coach people and demonstrated change management skills

Why consider Novartis?

769 million. That’s how many lives our products touched in 2020. And while we’re proud of that fact, in this world of digital and technological transformation, we must also ask ourselves this: how can we continue to improve and extend even more people’s lives?

We believe the answers are found when curious, courageous and collaborative people like you are brought together in an inspiring environment. Where you’re given opportunities to explore the power of digital and data. Where you’re empowered to risk failure by taking smart risks, and where you’re surrounded by people who share your determination to tackle the world’s toughest medical challenges.

Imagine what you could do at Novartis!

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