Director, Portfolio Analytics at Novartis Pharma in Basel

Keywords

• Portfolio Analytics
• R&D Portfolio
• Scenario Planning
• Portfolio Prioritization
• Strategic Analytics

Summary

Lead high-impact portfolio analytics workstreams at Novartis Pharma in Basel, shaping analytical methodologies and advising senior stakeholders on portfolio strategy, risk, and investment decisions.

Job Description

Novartis Pharma in Basel is seeking a Director in Portfolio Analytics to lead high-impact analytical workstreams that inform enterprise, franchise, and senior leadership decisions across the pharmaceutical value chain.

• Lead major portfolio analytics workstreams including portfolio reviews, long-range assessments, prioritization exercises, and enterprise-level decision support.
• Shape analytical methodologies for portfolio prioritization, valuation, risk, scenario planning, and value optimization.
• Provide senior stakeholders with clear interpretation of portfolio dynamics, risks, opportunities, and strategic trade-offs.
• Serve as a senior thought partner for enterprise, franchise, TA, and EPI stakeholders.
• Mentor Associate Directors and colleagues in analytical framing, communication, and portfolio methodology.
• Drive continuous improvement of PDA tools, systems, reporting, and analytical standards.

• Degree in business (MBA preferred) or an advanced scientific degree.
• Significant pharmaceutical industry experience with exposure to research, development, and/or commercialization.
• Deep experience with R&D portfolio analytics, valuation, forecasting, prioritization, or scenario planning.
• Strong understanding of pharmaceutical R&D, portfolio strategy, asset value drivers, and enterprise decision processes.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex analyses and convert them into senior-level recommendations.
• Ability to influence in a matrixed environment without formal authority.
• Proficiency in English (written and verbal).

A salary range of CHF 142,100 to CHF 263,900 and a commitment to an inclusive, diverse work environment at Novartis.