Summary
In this pivotal role, you will support operations and enhance systems used for Direct Materials and TPC planning, while driving forward the digital tools and capabilities that TechOps Finance needs. As the Data, Analytics and Tool Manager within Operations Digital Finance, you will lead the digital transformation of the Finance function by designing intelligent financial reporting and planning solutions and guiding their successful implementation.
You will shape the future of finance at Novartis by leveraging advanced BI technologies, data architecture, AI, and machine learning. Partnering with multidisciplinary teams, you will streamline processes, enhance decision-making, and unlock meaningful insights across the organisation. If you’re passionate about technology, leadership, and creating impact—this role offers a unique opportunity to make a difference.
About the Role
Key Responsibilities
- Design and develop innovative BI and analytics solutions that optimize processes, improve decision-making, and advance strategic objectives.
- Engage senior leaders across functions and geographies, identifying business needs and trends and translating them into scalable digital tools.
- Lead and coordinate cross‑functional and external teams across multiple locations, ensuring high‑quality, on-time, and on-budget delivery of complex projects.
- Ensure consistency, scalability, and quality across digital initiatives, while maintaining strong governance and cost control.
- Drive adoption of digital tools by championing data accuracy, quality, and standardized deployment, building credibility and trust across the business.
- Align digital finance initiatives with Novartis strategic priorities, embedding data and digital innovation into TechOps Finance processes.
- Support and develop team members, fostering a high-performing digital finance team with a strong learning and innovation mindset.
- Collaborate closely with DD&IT and Data Science teams to co-create best‑in‑class digital solutions that deliver measurable business value.
Essential Requirements
- University degree required; Master’s degree or MBA preferred
- 10 years of relevant experience in a multinational environment
- Proven expertise in business intelligence, analytics, and digital finance transformation
- Strong project management experience in complex, matrixed organisations
- Proficiency in:
- Data architecture and databases (SQL Server, Snowflake)
- Visualization tools (Power BI, SAC, QlikSense)
- AI/ML solution design
- Excellent communication skills in English; Spanish is an advantage
Desirable Requirements
- Experience in the pharmaceutical or healthcare sector
- Previous success as a product owner in digital finance or analytics initiatives
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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? https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture
Benefits and Rewards: Learn about all the ways we’ll help you thrive personally and professionally.
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