Director Strategy

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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

The Director of Strategy & Operations serves as a strategic thought partner and execution leader to SIR Head of Strategy, Portfolio & Commercial Growth and ultimately to the SIR President. This role will drive business reviews, performance reporting, and executive presentations while leading strategic and cross-functional projects.

Major accountabilities:  
Responsibilities include but not limited to:

1.Strategic Planning & Business Reviews

• Lead the preparation, coordination, and delivery of regional Business Reviews, Performance Updates, and Annual Strategic Planning cycles.

• Develop strategic recommendations and decision support materials for senior leadership, including the SLT and CEO-level reviews.

2. Strategic Initiatives & Special Projects

• Lead and coordinate special projects and strategic initiatives across the International Region

•  Drive structured problem-solving and cross-functional collaboration to enable effective decision-making

• Act as a project lead for key transformation initiatives when required

3. Operational Excellence & Governance

• Ensure alignment between strategy, execution, and performance tracking

• Partner with Corporate Strategy, CCO, Country Heads and Functional Heads

Minimum Requirements:  
 What you'll bring to the role:

• University degree in a scientific or business field.  Advanced degree (MBA, MSc, or equivalent) is preferred

• Fluent English (written and spoken)

• 10+ years of experience preferably within pharmaceuticals, biotech, or healthcare

• Strong experience in Top Tier management consulting

• Proven track record in executive-level communication, business planning, and cross-functional project leadership

• Strong analytical, financial, strategic thinking, and storytelling skills

• Excellent command of PowerPoint, Excel, and ideally data visualization tools 

• Experience working in a matrix, multicultural environment across regions

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 and while we are proud of this achievement, we have an ambition to do more 

With investments in new development capabilities, production sites, new acquisitions, and partnerships, we have the opportunity to shape the future of Sandoz and help more patients gain access to low-cost, high-quality medicines, sustainably.

Our momentum is powered by an open, collaborative culture driven by our talented and ambitious colleagues, who, in return for applying their skills experience an agile and collegiate environment with impactful, flexible-hybrid careers, where diversity is welcomed and where personal growth is supported 
Join us

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.

Accessibility and accommodation
Sandoz is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to all individuals. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the recruitment process, please send an e-mail to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message

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Skills Desired

Analytical Skill, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business Development, Business Partners, Business Strategy, Change Management, Data Analytics, Decision Tree (Forecasting Model), Finance, Go-To-Market Strategy, Influencing Skills, Leadership, Management Consulting, Pipeline (Software), Senior Management, Strategic Planning

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