The Insights and Decision Science (IDS) team is dedicated to enabling improved decision making at Novartis by leveraging data and advanced analytics capabilities to generate actionable insights that drive business growth. We collaborate closely with the US business, bringing insights and challenging ideas to empower smarter, data-driven decision-making. The D, IDS Academy will be instrumental in integrating capabilities and fostering collaboration across the IDS function. 

Aligned with the broader goals of the IDS team, D, IDS Academy is tasked with encouraging the use of new practices and methodologies to improve team performance. This role involves establishing and supporting communities of practice to facilitate knowledge sharing and ongoing development. By applying expertise in insights, analytics, and decision science, the Director helps keep IDS capabilities relevant and effective. Through careful planning and development efforts, this role supports the IDS mission, contributing to informed decision-making and business growth. 

• Facilitate the integration of capabilities, communities, and collaboration across IDS to drive functional excellence and organizational impact  

• Grow capabilities, success profiles, skills, communities of practice, and career experts within the function  

• Develop targeted learning programs to address current and future needs, with special attention to newer IDS capabilities like proactive data strategy, AI prototyping, insight synthesization, etc.   

• Implement success profiles, skill-building initiatives through the IDS Academy, and career expert frameworks to drive excellence within the function  

• Build and scale capabilities within IDS, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and evolving needs  

• Leverage deep expertise in insights, analytics, and decision science to champion the adoption of innovative practices, methodologies, and tools that enhance team performance   

• Launch and nurture communities of practice to facilitate knowledge sharing, collaboration, and continuous improvement /Monitor the impact of these communities, leveraging insights to continuously improve their effectiveness

• Regularly evaluate progress and impact, providing actionable insights and recommendations for further development/Stay informed of industry trends and best practices to ensure IDS capabilities remain cutting-edge and competitive  

Essential Requirements:

Novartis seeks an individual with extensive experience in the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry, with a deep understanding of product lifecycle management, and market dynamics. A proven track record in brand performance management, marketing, or a similar role, the person should demonstrate the ability to develop and implement brand strategies that drive market share and revenue growth. The candidate should foster a collaborative and innovative work environment.  

• 8-10 years of experience in the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry, particularly in roles related to innovation, learning and development  

• Experience in an insights, analytics, or decision science role, with a deep understanding of the methodologies, tools, and best practices required to generate high-quality insights 

• Proven track record of building and scaling capabilities across teams, with experience in driving strategic initiatives that enhance functional performance and organizational growth 

• Demonstrated experience in fostering cross-functional collaboration and creating communities of practice that drive knowledge sharing and innovation 

• Expertise in capability building and talent development within a large organization 

• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including sales, marketing, and product development and drive organizational growth 

• Excellent communication skills, capable of effectively collaborating with senior leadership and aligning diverse teams around strategic goals for IPST 

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing business needs and priorities