Head of Digital Finance and Strategic Projects (d/f/m)

Job Description

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!

Position Overview

As Head of Digital Finance & Strategic Projects, you will lead the evaluation of the Finance function across Europe. You will be responsible for driving digital innovation, enhancing financial performance, and executing high-impact strategic initiatives. You will collaborate closely with teams in Finance, Region Europe organization, Transformation & Growth, and Global Functions to deliver operational excellence, enhance data-driven decision-making, and ensure alignment with the company's long-term financial goals.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Digital Finance Evaluation & Leadership
• Lead implementation of digital finance strategies, including automation, AI/ML integration, and advanced analytics.
• Oversee the deployment of FP&A activities across European markets, integrated FIOH outcome, and GCC Hyderabad support.
• Champion a data-driven culture within the finance team, ensuring real-time insights, predictive capabilities, and continuous improvement.
• Strategic Projects Leadership
• Drive cross-functional strategic initiatives aligned with regional and global business goals.
• Manage project portfolios, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and measurable outcomes.
• Collaborate with countries & clusters CFOs/FP&As to identify and prioritize high-impact projects.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Change Management
• Act as a strategic advisor to the CFO Region Europe and Europe Finance LT on digital finance trends and opportunities.
• Lead change management efforts to ensure successful adoption of new tools and processes.
• Build strong relationships with all relevant stakeholders.

Essential Requirements

• Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or Management Engineering. An MBA, CPA, or other relevant professional qualifications are a plus.
• Proficient in business English.
• 5+ years of experience in consulting, with a proven track record of driving business evaluation and excellence within large, complex organizations.
• Experience in finance evaluation, including system upgrades, process optimization, and capability development.
• Strong background in benchmarking, process standardization, and automation initiatives within the Finance function.
• Proven expertise in leading organizational design reviews and managing cross-functional teams.
• Experience in building and leading capabilities development, including top-notch programs for senior leadership (e.g., CFO programs).

Why Sandoz?

Generic and Biosimilar medicines are the backbone of the global medicines industry. Sandoz, a leader in this sector, provided more than 900 million patient treatments across 100+ countries in 2024. We aim to do more! With investments in new development capabilities, production sites, acquisitions, and partnerships, we have the opportunity to shape the future of Sandoz and help more patients access low-cost, high-quality medicines sustainably.

Our momentum is powered by an open, collaborative culture driven by talented and ambitious colleagues, offering an agile, flexible-hybrid career environment where diversity is welcomed and personal growth is supported.

Join Us!

Commitment To Diversity & Inclusion

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

Accessibility and Accommodation

Sandoz is dedicated to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to all individuals. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process due to a medical condition or disability, please contact claire.gratton@sandoz.com with your request and contact information, including the job requisition number.