LDC Solution Design Manager RDF

Job Description Summary

This role will help drive the execution of Novartis’ ambition to turn data and digital into a strategic asset to drive actionable insights across the organization. This ambition is one of key pillars in the broader digital transformation happening at Novartis to be a focused medicines company powered by data and digital.

Job Description

• Accountable for the LDC Solution Design in the area responsible based on the business requirements based on the Novartis architectural standards, performance, quality and security principles
• Accountable for deciding on design decisions for complex issues in strong collaboration with the respective functional GPOs and LDC Pillars based on a detailed rational and interpretation to fully understand implications of the proposal for the integrated solution
• Accountable that solution design:
  • meets business and user requirements
  • adheres to high level conceptual design and it is traceable
  • it is aligned with architectural roadmap
  • improves and sustains standardization efficient while respecting regulatory/control requirements (e.g., NFCM-control requirements, P3, TPRM, GxP)
  • supports the development, execution and operations of solutions
• Work (together with the IT Expert) in the assigned area and ensuring integrated solutions by strongly being connected to experts in connected work packages, data & analytics, by applying a continuous improvement mindset
• Prepare and run fit-gap workshops in the area of the assigned work package, identify critical integration points and dependencies, propose solutions for key gaps, provide effort estimations and alignment with business teams
• Accountable that dedicated project work is delivered to agreed time, cost and quality constraints following the release calendars
• Accountable for the solutions are peered reviewed, formally documented and signed off by domain pillars and business functions
• Accountable that solution testing is performed and meet quality standards
• Champion the need to stay standard from a customization perspective by establish standardized design and development processes to enable cost effective delivery
• Ensure adherence with all relevant internal / external security and compliance policies and procedures (e.g. FDA, Novartis IGM framework)
• Ensure close collaboration with pillar teams and country reference group members, regular meetings and workshops are conducted and feedback from operations is taken into consideration.

• University level degree
• Additional Project Management training, a certification/designation desirable
• Lean / Six Sigma Certified preferred
• At least 6 years’ experience in country and global roles

English as a must and additional language(s) preferred.

Skills Desired

Ability To Influence Key Stakeholders, Building Effective Teams, Critical Thinking, Effective Communications, Financial Accounting, Financial And Management Reporting, People Development, Process Optimization, Resource Allocation, Understanding Value Drivers