LDC Deployment Manager - Manufacturing

Major accountabilities:

• Accountable for the LDC implementation/ adoption in the area responsible based on the business requirements based on the Novartis architectural standards, performance, quality and security principles
• Accountable for deciding on implementation for complex issues in strong collaboration with the respective functional GPOs and LDC Pillars based on a detailed rational and interpretation to fully understand implications of the proposal for the integrated solution
• Accountable that the solution: meets business and user requirements adheres to high level conceptual design and it is tracible is aligned with architectural roadmap improves and sustains standardization efficient while respecting regulatory/control requirements (e.g., NFCM-control requirements, P3, TPRM, GxP)supports the development, execution and operations of solutions
• Work (together with the IT Expert) in the assigned area and ensuring integrated solutions by strongly being connected to experts in connected work packages, data & analytics, by applying a continuous improvement mindset
• Accountable that dedicated project work is delivered to agreed time, cost and quality constraints following the release calendars and for the solutions are peer reviewed, formally documented and signed off by domain pillars and business function. Accountable that solution user acceptance testing is performed and meet quality standards. Champion the need to stay standard from a customization perspective by establish standardized design and development processes to enable cost effective delivery
• Ensure adherence with all relevant internal / external security and compliance policies and procedures (e.g. FDA, Novartis IGM framework) and guide data cleansing, data migration and building the master data dictionary, in close collaboration with the local data owners
• Simplify user profile definition and absorb local profiles into global profiles where feasible. Guide the sites with profile mapping to users as well as business cutover planning, data double maintenance, ramp down and ramp up/ Hypercare support
• Support country discovery activities for identifying additional needs going beyond the existing LDC core solution and ensure close collaboration with pillar teams and country reference group members, regular meetings and workshops are conducted and feedback from operations is taken into consideration

Minimum Requirements:

• University level degree, additional Project Management training, a certification/designation desirable, Lean / Six Sigma Certified preferred
• At least 3 years’ experience in country and global roles
• Business acumen: very good understanding of various worldwide data models, required capabilities and operational pain points in the area responsible and excellent Stakeholder Management skills
• Digital savvy: very good grasp of the impacts and opportunities of data and technology will create to Novartis. Leadership skills: ability to inspire change, involve country-experts and effectively communicate to GPOs and relevant stakeholders
• Problem solving and root cause identification skills, able to work effectively at all levels in an organization. Able to leverage networks of professionals across functions and business areas and excellent influencing skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with proven speaking, presentation and facilitation experience in internal and external environments
• Analytical mindset and ability to understand situations, interdependencies and challenges in a holistic way and ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
• Demonstrate ability to work effectively in a multi-national and complex matrix organization and English as a must with additional language(s) preferred

Desirable Requirements:

• Can conform to shifting priorities, demands and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Proactive, result orientated and with a strong customer centric attitude and interest to learn, explore and develop within the given role

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.

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