Job Description Summary
-This is a universal job description meant to capture some of the primary duties of this role that are common across functions or divisions. It is not intended to represent all of the specific responsibilities of the position. -Has operational end to end responsibility for assigned supply activities. Leads and manages projects of different complexity and local network activities and participates in cross-functional teams. -Produces, packages and manufactures drugs to be used in clinical trials. Responsible for distribution, warehousing, transportation, packaging, randomization, blinding, and labeling of material for clinical trials in conformity with guidelines of the International Conference on Harmonisation of Technical Requirements for Registration of Pharmaceuticals for Human Use (ICH), Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP). -Has operational end to end responsibility for assigned supply activity. Leads and manages demanding projects and network activities and participates in cross-functional teams.
Job Description
Lead and drive end-to-end project execution, ensuring milestones, quality, timelines, and budget adherence.
Represent the unit in cross-functional/global teams and ensure effective stakeholder coordination.
Establish and maintain governance processes to ensure compliance with Novartis and regulatory standards.
Drive strategic planning and execution in partnership with Unit Head to meet current and future business needs.
Manage resources effectively, including allocation, constraints handling, and cost optimization initiatives.
Mentor and coach team members globally, supporting capability building in technical and leadership areas.
Lead SOP development/review and ensure adherence to quality, compliance, and continuous improvement standards.
Act as a facilitator/mediator in complex situations, driving issue resolution, risk mitigation, and process improvements.
Proven experience in leading cross-functional projects and driving execution in a matrix/global environment.
Strong exposure to stakeholder management and organizational representation at senior levels.
Demonstrated people leadership and mentoring experience, including coaching and team development.
Experience in project/program management, supply chain, or clinical operations within regulated industries.
Solid understanding of compliance, quality standards (e.g., GMP), and continuous improvement frameworks.
Minimum 10+ years' experience in supply chain
Skills Desired
Continual Improvement Process, Master Data, Materials Management, Production Planning, Technical Requirements, Waterfall ModelSkills Required
- Proven experience leading cross-functional projects in a matrix/global environment
- Strong stakeholder management and organizational representation at senior levels
- Demonstrated people leadership, mentoring, and team development experience
- Experience in project/program management, supply chain, or clinical operations within regulated industries
- Solid understanding of compliance and quality standards (e.g., GMP) and continuous improvement frameworks
- Minimum 10+ years' experience in supply chain
- Experience with SOP development and review
- Continual Improvement Process
- Master Data
- Materials Management
- Production Planning
- Technical Requirements
- Waterfall Model
Novartis Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Novartis and has not been reviewed or approved by Novartis.
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Healthcare Strength — Pay and benefits are described as a strong overall package, supported by medical, dental, and vision insurance alongside FSAs/HSAs and disability and life coverage. Mental-health support is reinforced through an employee assistance program with psychological support and a network of mental health first aiders.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is positioned as a standout element, with an automatic company contribution plus dollar-for-dollar matching in the 401(k). Additional retirement funding is described through an age-based defined contribution program and access to an employee share purchase plan discount.
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Parental & Family Support — Family-related benefits are framed as robust, including a global minimum of paid parental leave for new parents following birth or adoption. Added supports include domestic partner coverage, dependent-care resources, and benefits such as adoption assistance and child/elder care options.
Novartis Insights
What We Do
Novartis is an innovative medicines company. Every day, working to reimagine medicine to improve and extend people’s lives so that patients, healthcare professionals and societies are empowered in the face of serious disease. Our medicines reach more than 250 million people worldwide.
