Director, Order Management and Analytics

Novartis • East Hanover, NJ

3d • $176,400 - $327,600 • Hybrid

About The Position

Step into a high impact leadership role where you will shape how Novartis ensures life saving medicines reach patients reliably and efficiently. As Director, Order Management and Analytics, you will lead the strategy and execution of channel inventory management, combining advanced analytics, innovative tools, and strong partnerships to drive operational excellence. You’ll work at the intersection of supply chain, finance, and commercial teams—anticipating risks, optimizing inventory, and guiding critical decisions that directly impact patient access, business performance, and strategic growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master of Business Administration or equivalent advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of eight years of relevant experience, with ten years preferred, across operations, finance, or related functions.
• Proven experience leading teams and influencing both internal and external stakeholders at senior levels.
• Demonstrated ability to drive innovation, implement new tools, and lead change in complex environments.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with experience managing complex operational and commercial challenges.
• Excellent collaboration, communication, and influencing skills across cross‑functional and external partner environments.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high‑performing team focused on analytics, process improvement, and operational excellence in channel inventory management.
• Drive adoption of advanced analytics and artificial intelligence tools to enhance decision‑making and productivity.
• Proactively analyze channel data to forecast trends, identify risks, and resolve potential inventory issues.
• Design and execute response plans for supply disruptions and distribution strategy changes.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with wholesalers, trading partners, and cross‑functional internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Finance to optimize inventory levels and improve forecasting accuracy and financial outcomes.
• Lead strategic development of trade agreements and support negotiations to ensure effective distribution and partnership outcomes.

Benefits

• health, life and disability benefits
• a 401(k) with company contribution and match
• generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director