Strategic Assistant #S25

Job Description Summary

~ Associé soutenant la réalisation de projets commerciaux stratégiques pour Sandoz, le DG et le Comité exécutif (ECN)

Job Description

Sandoz is going through an exciting and transformative period as a global leader and pioneering provider of sustainable Biosimilar and Generic medicines.

Now as an independently listed company, Sandoz aims to increase its strategic focus, operate with greater agility, set clearer business objectives, enhance shareholder returns, and strengthen its culture for us, the Sandoz associates.

This is an exciting time in our history, and by creating a new and ambitious path, it will provide a unique opportunity for us all, both professionally and personally. Join us as a Founder of our ‘new’ Sandoz!

Your Key Responsibilities has Strategic Assistant:

Support to General Management:

• Prepare files for meetings and interviews involving the General Manager.
• Prepare interventions and associated materials, leveraging internal expertise as needed.

Coordination of Strategic Projects:

• Define and ensure coherence of objectives across different departments.
• Monitor the deployment of key projects to ensure smooth communication and cross-functional collaboration (PMO role).

Business Life Cycle:

• Coordinate key strategic events such as business reviews, BBO Sandoz definition, and strategic planning.
• Organize annual strategic plan reviews in collaboration with finance teams, BU Heads, and the entire Management Committee.

Commercial Strategy and Organization:

• Monitor industry and market trends to identify new commercial models and go-to-market strategies.
• Identify new strategic opportunities for Sandoz based on market dynamics and competitive trends.
• Lead strategic discussions on Sandoz's commercial model and its organizational implications.
• Propose innovations in Sandoz's business model aligned with strategy and customer needs.
• Undertake specific actions to support Sandoz France's strategic priorities.

Transformation Projects:

• Lead and deploy high-stakes transformation projects for Sandoz France.
• Coordinate internal and external contributors involved in the project.
• Formulate recommendations and decisions in line with Sandoz France's strategy.

What You Bring to the Role:

• Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication skills, ability to persuade, unite, and support teams on cross-functional projects. Ability to make recommendations and be proactive.
• Adaptability: Define, lead, and ensure the implementation of Sandoz France's transformation.
• Results Orientation: Strong results orientation and proven ability to manage multiple projects with strict deadlines.

Desired Profile:

• Education: Bac+5 or equivalent.
• Professional Experience: 10 years of professional experience, with a strong background in the pharmaceutical industry. Strategy consulting expertise is a plus. Knowledge of the Sandoz environment is a plus.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in project management tools and office software (MS Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint).
• Languages: Proficiency in French and English, both spoken and written.

Why Sandoz?

Generic and Biosimilar medicines are the backbone of the global medicines industry. Sandoz, a leader in this sector, touched the lives of almost 500 million patients last year and while we are proud of this achievement, we have an ambition to do more!

With investments in new development capabilities, state-of-the-art production sites, new acquisitions, and partnerships, we have the opportunity to shape the future of Sandoz and help more patients gain access to low-cost, high-quality medicines, sustainably.

Our momentum and entrepreneurial spirit is powered by an open, collaborative culture driven by our talented and ambitious colleagues, who, in return for applying their skills experience an agile and collegiate environment with impactful, flexible-hybrid careers, where diversity is welcomed and where personal growth is encouraged! 

The future is ours to shape!

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: We are committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.

Join our Sandoz Network: If this role is not suitable to your experience or career goals but you wish to stay connected to hear more about Sandoz and our career opportunities, join the Network here: Sandoz Talentpool (novartis.com)

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Skills Desired

Adaptability, Collaboration, Communication, Corporate Development, Cross Functional Projects, Cross-Functional Teamwork, Curiosity, Deadline Management, Go-To-Market Strategy, Key Account Management, Lean Six Sigma, Management Consulting, Multiple Project Management, Organizing, Proactive Behavior, Results-Oriented