LDC Business Lead

Job Description SummaryThe LDC Business Lead is accountable for driving the successful adoption of the Lean Digital Core (LDC) program across assigned countries, manufacturing sites, and TRD (technical research & development) organizations. This role ensures delivery in line with committed timelines, quality standards, and budget, while enabling a smooth transition to business-as-usual with minimal operational disruption.Job Description#LI-OnsiteLocation: Durham, NCThis role is on-site 5 days a week and does not have the ability to work remotely. This role is located in Durham, NC and will eventually move to Morrisville, NC at a later dateMajor accountabilities:Ensure business readiness including smooth cutover planning and execution with no unplanned business disruption and impactDrive the LDC program through all implementation phases in the respective functional area with the given expertiseEnsure justified local requirements (LSTRs - Legal, Statutory, Tax, and Regulatory) and required local integrations are appropriately assessed and incorporated into the solution delivered to the countryEstablish a strong connection with the local stakeholders and teams from engagement phase until handover to business as usualEstablish and run effective country-level governance structures, including: Transparent status reporting (KIPs, milestones, progress vs. plan), Proactive risk and issues management, and Effective escalation and decision-making mechanismsSupport country lead in identifying risks and issues along the implementation lifecycleSupport change management excellence by preparing the organization for change to ensure ultimate in-country buy in & support of LDC as a global solutionKey performance indicators:Establishment and achievement on key program milestones and KPIs on time, with quality and within budgetCustomer satisfaction with decision support, early warnings, special projects/tasksEffectiveness of standardization and processes and master dataValue realizationMinimum Requirements:* Bachelor's degree or equivalent, preferably in Industrial Engineering, Science, or a related fieldLanguages* Fluent English* Additional languages preferredWork Experience:10-15 years of proven experience in the defined functional or operational areaDemonstrated experience working with global, cross-functional teams in complex environmentsStrong ability to engage, influence, and drive change with local stakeholders across multiple functionsExcellent communication and collaboration skills; recognized team playerAbility to leverage professional networks across functions and business areasAbility to understand complex processes and to collaborate with internal and external partnersProven experience collaborating with internal and external partnersActs as a role model for Novartis values and behaviors, with the ability to motivate people both directly and indirectlyNovartis Compensation and Benefit Summary:The salary for this position is expected to range between $138,600 and $257,400/year. The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors. Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards. US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.EEO Statement:The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.Accessibility and reasonable accommodationsThe Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to us.reasonableaccommodations@novartis.com or call +1(877)395-2339 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.Salary Range$138,600.00 - $257,400.00Skills DesiredData Analytics and Digital, Integrated Business Planning (IBP), Inventory Management, Leadership, Logistics and Transportation Management, Master Data, Operational Excellence, Project Management, Resilience and Risk Management, Sap Erp, Stakeholder Management, supply chain management, Supply Chain Planning