About the role
Job Description Summary
-To be responsible for multiple categories in one country OR one cross divisional category in one country part of the Category aligned teams. May lead the delivery of individual projects defined as part of the Annual Category Plan; to focus on project delivery with activities including requirements gathering, market analysis, qualifying and selecting suppliers with the relevant Business Partners and stakeholders, as well as non-sourcing projects such as demand management and process improvement.
Job Description
Major accountabilities:
Support spend transparency from Aladdin and Pandas to generate insights and align the 3-year Procurement strategy and roadmap.
Support cross-functional Procurement projects
Maintain procurement KPI tracking for business reviews
Prepare key updates and strategic deliverables for Procurement leadership
Help communicate strategic priorities, performance updates, and key highlights to Procurement associates and stakeholders.
Contribute to operational excellence initiatives and projects, including standardization, automation, digital/AI enablement, and continuous improvement.
Organize and facilitate governance forums and leadership workshops to support effective decision-making and execution.
Minimum Requirements:
Work Experience:
Bachelor’s degree with an MBA
Work experience in the pharmaceuticals / life sciences or consulting industry
4–7 years of overall experience
Experience in top-tier consulting firms / analytics experience
Project management and stakeholder engagement
Skills:
Advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint; familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
Strong analytical, problem solving and organizational skills.
Effective communication skills with keen attention to detail.
Comfortable working in a dynamic, cross-functional team environment.
Ability to synthesize complex information into actionable insights.
Languages :
English.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:
Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams' representative of the patients and communities we serve.
Accessibility and accommodation
Novartis is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the recruitment process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to diversityandincl.india@novartis.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message
Skills Desired
Internal And External Customer Needs Analysis & Satisfaction Studies, Negotiating, Root Cause Analysis And Problem-Solving, Vendor ManagementAplyr's read
Novartis is a Swiss-based global healthcare leader, known for its focus on innovative medicines and commitment to addressing patient needs through diverse roles.
What's promising
- •Novartis invests heavily in research and development, driving innovation in pharmaceuticals.
- •The company offers a wide range of global career opportunities across various fields.
- •Strong focus on cutting-edge therapies, including gene therapy and AI-driven solutions.
What to watch
- •Regulatory challenges can impact the speed of drug approval and market entry.
- •High competition in the pharmaceutical industry requires constant innovation to maintain market position.
- •Complex organizational structure may slow decision-making processes.
Why Novartis
- •Novartis has a robust pipeline of innovative medicines, setting it apart in the healthcare sector.
- •The company emphasizes a diverse and inclusive workplace culture across its global operations.
- •Novartis is a leader in digital transformation within pharmaceuticals, integrating AI and data science.
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About Novartis
Novartis is a global healthcare company based in Switzerland that provides solutions to address the evolving needs of patients worldwide. It focuses on innovative medicines, generics, and eye care.
