* Execute regional and global strategies for your part of the organisation, ensuring timely implementation of BPA processes and policies.
* Deliver core management reporting and financial planning processes for both recurring and ad-hoc financial information.
* Develop detailed budgets and financial forecasts for Global Warehousing & Distribution, including product freight costing.
* Design and maintain systems for financial tracking to provide accurate advance warnings of all financial results.
* Conduct value-added analyses on financial data to proactively drive performance.
* Support the leadership team with financial analysis, cost analysis, and control, driving corrective actions as needed.
* Perform analyses such as Resource Allocation, Profitability, and Benchmarking to recommend short and long-term targets.
* Lead the preparation of business cases and participate in key negotiations for mid-sized investments and projects.
* Report technical complaints, adverse events, or special case scenarios related to Novartis products within 24 hours of receipt.
* Lead the monthly reporting process by reviewing entity contributions and providing analysis and input.
* Coordinate forecasting and budgeting of NTO SCM; support reporting for all planning cycles.
* Ensure NFCM compliance at all times.
Education, Qualifications, Skills and Experience
Essential for the role :
* Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (MBA preferred), or relevant finance certifications.
* Ability to work and lead a cross-functional team in a matrix environment.
* Proven expertise in financial management and product costing.
* Strong project and process management skills.
* Experience in developing and managing business cases.
* Excellent communication and organisational skills.
* Advanced analytical skills and proficiency in financial modelling.
* Ability to partner effectively with business units.
* Solution-driven and pragmatic approach.
* Proficiency in managing large databases.
* High learning agility and curiosity for new technologies.
* Adaptability to changing environments.
Desirable for the role :
* Experience in automation and digitalisation within financial processes.
* Pharmaceutical industry experience.
* Experience within a multinational organisation.
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