Site Head

NL42 (FCRS = NL042) IDB Holland BV; Baarle-Nassau; On-site; EUR 95,000 - 177,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and hybrid working options

Parental leave 14 weeks

Insurance plans

Retirement plans

Wellbeing resources

Global recognition programs

Job summary

Novartis in Baarle-Nassau, The Netherlands is seeking a Site Head to lead a highly regulated, continuously operating manufacturing site through ramp-up and transformation. You will assume overall accountability for production and guide a seasoned cross-functional leadership team to deliver reliable output for patients.

You will drive strategic and operational improvements, strengthen culture, accelerate change and build organizational resilience.

Qualifications

• Significant leadership experience in a highly regulated manufacturing/production setting.
• 3+ years leading large-scale, continuous operations including 24/7 environments.
• At least 7 years of strong operational experience with strategic leadership ability.
• Experience driving organizational transformation and cultural change.
• Experience coaching leadership teams and establishing accountability.
• Proven decision-making under high pressure and escalations.
• English fluent; Dutch language valued.

Responsibilities

• Lead site-wide production and ensure safe, reliable performance across continuous operations.
• Guide the site through ramp-up and build capabilities for stable production.
• Lead and coach a cross-functional leadership team with clear accountability.
• Drive operational improvements across production, engineering, technology, quality and support functions.
• Lead organizational transformation and cultural change aligned with Novartis ways of working.
• Manage escalations while maintaining strategic focus and empower leaders.
• Strengthen resilience, collaboration and performance in a regulated environment.
• Build relationships with regulators, industry contacts and internal stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Regulated environment

Strategic thinking

Coaching teams

English fluent

Tools

Data Analytics

Digital literacy

Project management

Job description

Salary Range: €95,400.00 - €177,200.00 Band Level 6

Job Description Summary #LI-Onsite Location: Baarle-Nassau, The Netherlands Relocation Support: Yes

What if your next leadership role could shape the future of a growing manufacturing site at a pivotal moment in its journey? As Site Head in Baarle-Nassau, you will lead a highly regulated, continuously operating site through an important ramp-up and transformation phase. You will take overall accountability for production, guide an experienced cross-functional leadership team, and strengthen the structures, culture and ways of working needed for sustainable performance. Combining strategic leadership with strong operational insight, you will improve processes, build organizational resilience and create an environment where people take ownership, collaborate effectively and deliver reliably for patients.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead site-wide production and ensure safe, reliable performance across continuous operations.
• Guide the site through ramp-up, building the capabilities and processes required for stable production.
• Lead and coach a cross-functional leadership team, establishing clear accountability and effective decision-making.
• Drive operational improvements across production, engineering, technology, quality and supporting functions.
• Lead operational and cultural change, embedding Novartis ways of working throughout the organization.
• Manage complex escalations while maintaining strategic focus and empowering leaders to take ownership.
• Strengthen organizational resilience, collaboration and performance in a demanding, highly regulated environment.
• Build trusted relationships with regulators, industry contacts and internal stakeholders supporting the site’s success.

Essential Requirements:

• Significant leadership experience within a highly regulated manufacturing or production environment.
• 3+ years of proven experience leading large-scale, continuous operations, including round-the-clock production environments.
• At least 7 years of strong operational expertise combined with the ability to lead effectively at a strategic level.
• Demonstrated experience leading organizational transformation, cultural change and operational improvement.
• Experience coaching leadership teams, establishing clear structures and strengthening accountability.
• Demonstrated ability to make sound decisions, manage escalations and lead effectively in complex, high-pressure environments.
• English Fluent, written and spoken.
• Dutch language is highly valued.

Desirable Requirements:

• Experience in radiopharmaceutical, radioisotope or Good Manufacturing Practice-regulated production.

Benefits & Rewards

At Novartis, we’re committed to reimagining medicine together - and rewarding the people who make it happen.

Expected Annual Base Salary Range for role: €95,400 to €177,200 The base salary offered is determined based on gender-neutral objectives, such as relevant skills, competencies and experience in accordance with the Novartis pay setting policy and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically.

In addition to your base salary, you may be eligible for a performance-based bonus depending on certain performance parameters. The rewards of being part of our team go far beyond base pay and incentives. We also offer a variety of competitive benefits in kind to help you thrive personally and professionally, such as insurance plans, retirement plans, wellbeing resources and global recognition programs. In addition, we provide flexible and hybrid working options, where possible, and minimum 14 weeks paid parental leave.

Pay equity is a fundamental principle of our employment policy and reflects our commitment to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment that treats all employees with dignity and respect, as outlined in our Code of Ethics.

Read our brochure to learn more about our global total rewards offering: https://www.novartis.com/sites/novartis_com/files/novartis-life-handbook.pdf

Note: Benefits and compensation may vary by country and are subject to local legal requirements, including provisions of collective bargaining agreements where applicable.

A full overview of your compensation package, including any relevant collective bargaining agreement details applicable to your role based on your employment location and Novartis employer entity, will be communicated separately to you during the application process.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.

Skills Desired

• Data Analytics
• Digital Literacy
• Project Management
• Risk Management
• Stakeholder Management
• Strategic Direction