Director, Portfolio & Pipeline Strategy

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Major accountabilities:

Based on cross-functional alignment of key competitors/competitor activities outlined by the CI function, perform strategic assessments of select competitor activities, including market situation analysis, inputs into brand/portfolio forecasting impact, strategic and operational benchmarking, articulation of implications and drive development of a cross-functional competitive response plan in legal and compliant manner. All in close partnership with IDS.

• Monitor/benchmark strategic plans in context of developments of competitors to provide early warning for potential threats and opportunities for successful implementation of prioritized critical initiatives and tactical plans
• Proactive surveillance of core Disease Area healthcare & macroeconomic environment including policy, regulatory, health technology to identify threats and opportunities relevant to planning initiatives in the US, and identify critical business trends in advance to drive portfolio growth in the future.
• In collaboration with the CI team, drive the design and execution of competitive planning initiatives (competitive simulations) for key products subject to significant competitive events. Ensure the effective implementation and integrity of all competitive and business intelligence activities such as primary research, and other appropriate intelligence gathering and analysis projects through timely and appropriate coordination with team members and external vendors.
• Lead strategic planning for lifecycle management (LCM) across the Therapeutic Area portfolio with focus on maximizing the long-term value of our assets
• *Work closely with cross-functional teams including Medical Affairs, Global Drug Development, Strategy & Growth, Novartis Technical Operations, Regulatory, Finance, IDS, Supply Chain, Trade and Market Access to ensure realization of LCM, Competitive Readiness & Pipeline Strategy priorities. Proactively address/manage risks and issue escalation. Ensure close coordination with peers and key matrix partners, on forecasts and cost projections and appropriate coordination with team members, and external vendors
• Liaison with key cross-functional partners such as IDS, Market Access, Medical, BD&L, M&A, Biomedical Research, Development and S&G teams to develop US go/no-go position and critical success factors on pipeline assets
• Drive development of US-centric commercialization strategy for assets in later stages (pre-FDP) to inform strategic product profile development and lead post-transition strategic inputs into pro-gram until transitioned to established IPSTs as appropriate.
• Develop center of excellence capabilities within the team

Essential Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor's Degree is required in relevant area, MBA or advanced degree preferred
• Minimum 8 years of commercial experience with multiple functional experience in a pharmaceutical, biotech, healthcare, or consulting environment, inclusive of at least 2 different types of cross-functional roles/experience (sales, marketing, strategy, market access or medical experiences preferred).
• Recent US Market commercialization experience with launch and various product lifecycle stages or General Manager experience in other countries
• Experience partnering with Medical Affairs and/or Development to inform strategic choices
• Highly motivated individual who can work with a high degree of autonomy, in a dynamic environment applying creative problem-solving skills and industry knowledge.
• Possess a portfolio approach and experience uncovering and implementing innovative strategies in a competitive marketplace.
• Ability to be a leader and proactive custodian for consistent competitive readiness excellence

Desirable Requirements:

• Experience in multiple therapeutic areas preferred
• Experience with and/or Market Access a plus
• Ability to influence, communicate effectively and engage confidently with leaders one to two levels above

Novartis Compensation Summary:

The salary for this position is expected to range between $185,500 and $344,500 per year.

The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors.

Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards.

US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.

EEO Statement:

The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

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