Job Description Summary
The Procurement Operational Excellence Analyst is a key player in driving operational efficiency and performance management within the (R&D) Development procurement function. This role focuses on analyzing procurement data, deriving actionable insights, and implementing best practices to enhance overall performance. The analyst will collaborate closely with the Category teams and the Project Management Office, contributing significantly to the achievement of operational and strategic goals.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
- Analyse, Report and Monitor procurement data and metrics, derive insights, and convert them into tangible improvement actions.
- Coordinate with the team and implement strategies to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.
- Collaborate with category/process governance teams to drive improvements and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
- Build digital infrastructure, with dashboards, collaboration channels, automation etc to increase access to information and data for the benefit of the end-user community.
- Identify and champion the adoption of new technologies, like Generative AI, to further streamline workflows, automate tasks, and empower category teams.
- Assist in the implementation and change management of procurement platforms, policies and procedures.
- Support the Development PMO team in various projects and initiatives.
- Drive standardization, continuous improvement, and simplification
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: :
We are committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.
Essential Requirements:
- Deliver timely and positive outcome on Key Performance Indicators and Projects.
- Foster productive and healthy relationships.
- Improve speed and efficiency of data analysis and dissemination
Desirable Requirements:
- 5-7 years experience in relevant functions/industry, preferably in procurement and data analytics.
- Minimum 2-3 years of experience in Operational Excellence and/or Project Management
- Excellent analytical skills (Excel, Power BI, Power Automate etc), with a demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and interpret complex data to drive strategic decisions.
- Experience with procurement processes, software and systems
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of effectively conveying information and building strong relationships with stakeholders
- Proficiency in c-suite communications and presentations
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Project management / coordination experience
Work Experience:
- 5-7 years' experience in relevant functions/industry, preferably in procurement and data analytics.
- Minimum 2-3 years of experience in Operational Excellence and/or Project Management
Languages :
- High proficiency in spoken and written English.
Why Novartis: Our purpose is to reimagine medicine to improve and extend people’s lives and our vision is to become the most valued and trusted medicines company in the world. How can we achieve this? With our people. It is our associates that drive us each day to reach our ambitions. Be a part of this mission and join us! Learn more here: https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture You’ll receive: You can find everything you need to know about our benefits and rewards in the Novartis Life Handbook. https://www.novartis.com/careers/benefits-rewards 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. Join our Novartis Network: If this role is not suitable to your experience or career goals but you wish to stay connected to hear more about Novartis and our career opportunities, join the Novartis Network here: https://talentnetwork.novartis.com/network.
Skills Desired
Internal And External Customer Needs Analysis & Satisfaction Studies, Negotiating, Root Cause Analysis And Problem-Solving, Vendor Management
