Associate Director Operational Excellence LDC
Job ID REQ-10063667
Nov 03, 2025
Ireland
Summary
Join Novartis Pharma AG to lead process transformation in Medical Affairs. As Associate Director, you’ll drive global process excellence, digital enablement, and compliance across the Lean Digital Core (LDC) program. Partner with cross-functional teams to implement and improve processes using Business Process Excellence methodologies.
About the Role
Key Responsibilities
- Optimize and standardize global Medical Affairs processes
- Lead LDC implementation and digital transformation
- Ensure governance and regulatory compliance
- Engage stakeholders through workshops and change management
Requirements
- Advanced degree in life sciences, data science, technology, or business
- 8+ years in the pharmaceutical industry
- 3+ years in global/matrixed environments
- Strong experience in process mapping and digital tools
- Familiarity with ERP systems
- Fluent in English
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.
Why Novartis: Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Ready to create a brighter future together? https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture
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Division
Development
Business Unit
Innovative Medicines
Location
Ireland
Site
Dublin (NOCC)
Company / Legal Entity
IE02 (FCRS = IE002) Novartis Ireland Ltd
Functional Area
Research & Development
Job Type
Full time
Employment Type
Regular
Shift Work
No
Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams' representative of the patients and communities we serve.
