Global Vendor Strategy Lead, Clinical Operations

ES06 (FCRS = ES006) Novartis Farmacéutica, S.A.; Barcelona; Híbrido; EUR 74.000 - 138.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Insurance plans

Retirement plans

Wellbeing resources

Global recognition programs

Flexible/hybrid working

Descripción de la vacante

Novartis seeks a Senior Vendor Program Head within Vendor Partnerships & Governance to lead the Development Unit's vendor strategy, portfolio oversight, and vendor management community for clinical development programs.

The role requires 10+ years in pharma, global team leadership, and deep knowledge of clinical development processes. Hybrid work options in Barcelona support cross-functional collaboration and patient‑centric delivery.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Healthcare, or a related discipline; advanced degree preferred.
• Typically 10+ years of experience with pharmaceutical clinical drug development.
• Proven experience leading global teams within a complex matrix organization.
• Extensive knowledge of clinical development processes and vendor management across programs.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the DU-aligned Vendor Program Strategy Directors and Trial Vendor Management Community Leads to deliver DU Vendor portfolio, program, and clinical trial objectives.
• Own the DU-level vendor strategy and oversee its execution to align with development priorities and portfolio demand.
• Build and develop high-performing teams, driving accountability, inclusion, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Assess DU portfolio health and evolve vendor strategies across programs, applying insights to strengthen vendor delivery.
• Represent Vendor Partnerships & Governance to DU leadership and cross-functional partners to drive portfolio outcomes.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Strategic planning

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences/Healthcare or related

Advanced degree preferred

Descripción del empleo

Novartis seeks a Senior Vendor Program Head within Vendor Partnerships & Governance to lead the Development Unit's vendor strategy, portfolio oversight, and vendor management community for clinical development programs.

The role requires 10+ years in pharma, global team leadership, and deep knowledge of clinical development processes. Hybrid work options in Barcelona support cross-functional collaboration and patient‑centric delivery.