Director, Intelligence Planning – Execution

Novartis

. Lead strategic planning, portfolio governance, organizational performance management, and execution leadership for the Decision Intelligence & Analytics Capabilities organization .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $185,500 - $344,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic planning, portfolio governance, and organizational performance management, with a strong focus on cross-functional coordination and execution leadership. Proven ability to manage integrated portfolios and drive transformation initiatives within matrixed organizations.

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Strategic PlanningPortfolio ManagementPerformance ManagementTransformation InitiativesCross-Functional Alignment

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Hard Skills

Portfolio GovernancePerformance MeasurementResource PlanningIntegrated RoadmapsOrganizational EffectivenessChange ManagementAnalyticsBusiness OperationsProgram ManagementGovernance Processes

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationCollaborationStrategic AlignmentExecutive Support

Industry Keywords

PharmaceuticalBiotechnologyHealthcareLife SciencesMatrixed Organizations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead strategic planning, portfolio governance, organizational performance management, and execution leadership for the Decision Intelligence & Analytics Capabilities organization
Serve as the Strategy & Planning Lead, aligning strategic priorities, investments, resources, roadmaps, and transformation initiatives across capability areas
Drive portfolio governance, strategic imperative execution, productivity measurement, cross-functional coordination, HYD operating model effectiveness, and organizational performance management
Own integrated portfolio management, performance measurement, productivity governance, cross-capability coordination, roadmap integration, strategic imperative tracking, resource planning, leadership operating rhythms, and portfolio reporting
Coordinate with SPT, HYD leadership, and partner I&A organizations on capacity management, prioritization, strategic planning, resource alignment, dependency management, and execution
Lead portfolio integration, planning coordination, governance, organizational performance measurement, and execution management across a globally integrated capability model

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 8+ years of experience in strategy, portfolio management, business operations, transformation, analytics, consulting, program management, or related disciplines
Bachelor's degree required
Advanced degree in Business, Analytics, Strategy, Organizational Leadership, Operations, Management, Data Science, or a related field preferred
Experience leading strategic planning, governance, prioritization, performance management, or execution-management initiatives
Strong track record supporting senior leaders and driving cross-functional alignment
Experience managing strategic portfolios, integrated roadmaps, organizational priorities, and performance management frameworks
Experience leading transformation, operating model, organizational effectiveness, or change initiatives
Experience working within matrixed organizations and global operating models
Experience managing executive communications, performance reporting, and governance processes
Experience within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, healthcare, or life sciences organizations desirable
Experience serving in strategy, portfolio management, business operations, planning, transformation, or organizational effectiveness roles desirable
Experience partnering across analytics, business, technology, and operations organizations desirable

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance-based cash incentive
Potential eligibility for annual equity awards, depending on role level
Health benefits
Life benefits
Disability benefits
401(k) with company contribution and match
Vacation
Personal days
Holidays
Other leaves
Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities