Head of Enterprise Operational Excellence - North America

Sandoz•Princeton, NJ

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Head of Enterprise Operational Excellence will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Sandoz’s North American operations. This leader will drive enterprise-wide process optimization and implement effective governance models that enable strategic decision-making and operational discipline. By simplifying operations and accelerating execution, the role will foster cross-functional collaboration and empower teams to embrace agile, data-driven practices. Through a commitment to continuous improvement, this position will deliver measurable impact, improving capital efficiency and margin performance, and help Sandoz remain at the forefront of accessible, high-quality healthcare. Reporting directly to the VP of Strategy & Growth, North America, this role will lead high-impact initiatives and special projects aligned with enterprise priorities, working closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams. Sandoz continues to go through an exciting and transformative period as a global leader and pioneering provider of sustainable Biosimilar and Generic medicines. As we continue down this new and ambitious path, unique opportunities will present themselves, both professionally and personally. Join us, the future is ours to shape!

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business or finance
10+ years of experience in operational excellence, strategy, or transformation roles, preferably in healthcare, pharmaceuticals, or life sciences.
Proven success in leading enterprise-wide initiatives with measurable financial and operational impact.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
Exceptional communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence across a matrixed organization.
Experience with Project Management, Lean Six Sigma, Agile, or other continuous improvement frameworks.

Nice To Haves

MBA or advanced degree

Responsibilities

Lead enterprise-wide assessments and enhancements of internal processes across the North America value chain as well as initiatives to simplify and streamline operations across functions, reducing complexity and improving execution.
Architect and implement governance models that enable strategic decision-making, operational discipline, and compliance across the organization.
Challenge legacy processes and structures to unlock speed, agility, scalability, and innovation, while embedding lean, data-driven methodologies.
Oversee complex process improvement projects, ensuring strategic alignment, timely execution, and sustainable implementation.
Lead change enablement efforts by designing adoption strategies, supporting enterprise training, and embedding new tools and practices into daily operations.
Manage and execute high-priority, cross-functional projects aligned with company strategy and goals, including cost optimization, digital enablement, data transparency, and growth acceleration.
Deliver tangible improvements in capital efficiency, margin expansion, and resource productivity.
Act as a catalyst for cultural transformation, through Influencing and inspiring teams across all levels to embrace new ways of working and continuous improvement.