Job Description Summary

Sandoz is going through an exciting and transformative period as a global leader and pioneering provider of sustainable Biosimilar and Generic medicines.

Now as an independently listed company, Sandoz aims to increase its strategic focus, operate with greater agility, set clearer business objectives, enhance shareholder returns, and strengthen its culture for us, the Sandoz associates. This is an exciting time in our history, and by creating a new and ambitious path, it will provide a unique opportunity for us all, both professionally and personally.

Join us as a Founder of our 'new' Sandoz!

The Methods and Frameworks Lead will be responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing methodologies and frameworks that enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of Sandoz Technology operations. This role requires a strategic thinker with a strong background in process improvement and a passion for driving continuous improvement.

Job Description

The Methods and Frameworks Lead will be responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing methodologies and frameworks that enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of Sandoz Technology operations. This role requires a strategic thinker with a strong background in process improvement and a passion for driving continuous improvement.

Key Areas of Focus:

Design and Implement Tech Processes and Frameworks: Develop and enforce IT processes, procedures, and tools fully aligned with compliance standards.
Project Methodology Management: Ensuring that fit for purpose methodologies are effectively implemented and adhered to across IT projects (agile, waterfall, hybrid)
Compliance and Regulatory Adherence: Working closely with e-compliance ensure all IT practices meet internal guidelines and external regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities, Accountabilities and Associated Tasks

Develop and Implement Frameworks: Design and implement robust methodologies and frameworks to streamline Tech processes and improve operational efficiency.
Process Optimization: Analyze current processes, identify areas for improvement, and develop strategies to enhance productivity and reduce waste.
Collaboration: Work closely with departmental heads and stakeholders to understand process requirements and ensure alignment with business objectives.
Training and Development: Train and mentor staff on new methodologies and frameworks, ensuring successful adoption and implementation.
Monitoring and Evaluation: Continuously monitor the effectiveness of implemented methods and frameworks, conducting regular assessments and audits.
Continual Improvement Governance: overseeing the overall process improvement footprint and aligning with the stakeholders on improvements executions and benefits realization
Documentation: Prepare detailed reports and documentation of process changes and improvements.
Innovation: Stay up to date with industry trends and emerging technologies, integrating them into the development process as appropriate.

Key Performance Indicators

Project Methodology Management: Increase in project delivery speed and improvement in project success rates as measured by on-time and on-budget completions.
IT Processes, Procedures and Tools Development: Increase speed and improvement in Technology processes execution as much as associates' satisfaction.

Education / Language / Experience

Education: Bachelor's degree in business administration, Industrial Engineering, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred.
Experience: Minimum of 8 years of experience in process improvement, methods development, or a similar role.
Skills:

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in process mapping and analysis tools.
Ability to lead and manage cross-functional teams.
Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies.
ITIL best practices knowledge and understanding

Preferred Attributes:

Certification in Lean Six Sigma or similar process improvement methodologies.
PMP/ Prince 2 or other relevant project management certification
ITIL v4 Foundation or higher
Proven track record of successfully implementing process improvements.

You'll receive:

Breakdown of benefits received in this role. Include flexible working, learning and development opportunities as well.

Why Sandoz?

Generic and Biosimilar medicines are the backbone of the global medicines industry. Sandoz, a leader in this sector, touched the lives of almost 500 million patients last year and while we are proud of this achievement, we have an ambition to do more!

With investments in new development capabilities, state-of-the-art production sites, new acquisitions, and partnerships, we have the opportunity to shape the future of Sandoz and help more patients gain access to low-cost, high-quality medicines, sustainably.

Our momentum and entrepreneurial spirit is powered by an open, collaborative culture driven by our talented and ambitious colleagues, who, in return for applying their skills experience an agile and collegiate environment with impactful, flexible-hybrid careers, where diversity is welcomed and where personal growth is encouraged!

The future is ours to shape!

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion (hard coded in Brassring):

We are committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.

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Skills Desired

Analytical Thinking, Change Management, Influencing Skills, IT Governance, Performance Management, Process Improvement, Process Management, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Planning