Strategic Operations Leader, Global Growth & Innovation

Novartis AG; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 139,000 - 257,000; Full time

Job summary

Novartis AG in Cambridge, MA seeks an Associate Director, Business Operations to turn strategic initiatives into scalable operations across scientific communications, financial stewardship, and organizational effectiveness. You will influence senior leadership, drive governance, and deliver insights for decision-making.

The role partners with leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting, while exploring AI-enabled improvements to processes in a fast-paced, matrixed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, life sciences, healthcare, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in business operations, strategy, project management, or organizational effectiveness.
• Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and lead complex cross-functional initiatives.
• Strong analytical, financial, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent communication and executive presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic business operations initiatives across multiple organizational priorities.
• Drive operational excellence through scalable processes, governance, and continuous improvement.
• Partner with leadership on financial planning, forecasting, and budget management activities.
• Coordinate scientific communications, congress activities, and key stakeholder engagements.
• Develop executive-ready insights, presentations, and performance reporting for leadership teams.
• Identify opportunities to leverage technology and artificial intelligence to enhance operations.
• Foster collaboration across functions to deliver impactful business outcomes and organizational goals.

Skills

Stakeholder influence

Cross-functional leadership

Analytical thinking

Executive communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/science/healthcare

Tools

Financial planning tools

Data analysis tools

Job description

Novartis AG in Cambridge, MA seeks an Associate Director, Business Operations to turn strategic initiatives into scalable operations across scientific communications, financial stewardship, and organizational effectiveness. You will influence senior leadership, drive governance, and deliver insights for decision-making.

The role partners with leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting, while exploring AI-enabled improvements to processes in a fast-paced, matrixed