Novartis
AssociateDirectorDDITEXPOperationalExcellence&Planning
“Associate Director DDIT EXP Operational Excellence & Planning at Novartis. Skills: Operational Excellence, Planning, Stakeholder Management. Drive adoption of standard operational processes. Identify improvement opportunities”
Industry & Context.
Process improvement
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
University Degree in IT or business, 7+ years in global matrix organizations, Digital and technology savvy, Working knowledge of governance, risk, and compliance, Experience in process improvement, Proven track record delivering global solutions, Proficiency in Financial Management, Excellent communication and presentation skills in English, Stakeholder management and engagement skills
Nice to Have
Proficiency in additional languages
What You'll Do.
Drive adoption of standard operational processes
Identify improvement opportunities
Lead continuous improvement initiatives
Support development of function portfolio
Support maintenance of demand plans
Establish reliable capacity views
Enable prioritization
Coordinate budget activities
Coordinate forecasting activities
Coordinate financial reporting activities
Track operational targets
Act as a key point of contact
Coordinate cross-functional initiatives
Contribute to OPX community initiatives
Support change management for new processes
Support change management for new tools
Support change management for new ways of working
Own the function-wide engagement rhythm
Orchestrate town halls
Orchestrate other function activities
Prepare executive-ready slide decks
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional initiatives; OPX and Planning community
Communication Scope
Presentation skills; Executive presentations
Process & Methodology
Planning
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