Director, PSL, Established Medicines Portfolio

The Director, Product Strategy Lead (PSL), Established Medicines Portfolio is responsible for shaping and driving portfolio level strategy to optimize the value, sustainability, and patient impact of a portfolio of 40+ Established Medicines brands in the US under the leadership of the General Manager.This role acts as a strategic thought partner to the General Manager, elevating the role of Established Medicines within the US organization through disciplined lifecycle management, loss of exclusivity (LoE) planning, innovative commercialization approaches, and enterprise transformation initiatives. The role partners closely with Market Access, Insights & Data Sci-ence, Finance, BD&L, and other members of the Established Medicines General Manage-ment Team.This leader demonstrates enterprise leadership, decisive strategic thinking, and the ability to translate complexity into action, enabling greater quality, speed, agility, and impact for patients, customers, and healthcare systems.Key Responsibilities:This leader will impact the organization by playing a critical role in the following activities: Portfolio & Lifecycle StrategyElevate Established Medicines as a strategic enterprise portfolio, driving industry‑leading lifecycle management and value optimizationPosition Established Medicines as the strategic thought partner for LoE planning across the US portfolioDesign and lead portfolio‑level frameworks and governance to transition assets into the Established Medicines portfolioInfluence portfolio performance and financial outcomes through strategic prioritization and business case development Innovation & Alternative Commercialization ModelsEvaluate, pilot, and scale alternative commercialization and operating models to maximize value of late‑lifecycle assetsIncubate and develop new, cost‑effective capabilities tailored to portfolio needsLead high‑impact innovation initiatives across the Established Medicines portfolio and for select products Enterprise Leadership & TransformationLead complex, cross‑functional strategic initiatives requiring alignment across multiple senior stakeholdersChampion the evolution of Established Medicines into an AI‑enabled organization, embedding technology into workflows through pilots and best‑practice scalingServe as a role model for Novartis' leadership behaviors, fostering curiosity, courage, and inclusive collaborationEssential Requirements:Education (minimum/desirable):Bachelor's degree required; MBA or advanced degree strongly preferredRequired:US commercial experience required; Demonstrated, practical use of AI and digital tools in daily workflows8+ years in pharmaceutical, biotech, healthcare, or healthcare consulting industry inclusive of at least 2 distinct cross-functional roles2+ years leading integrated product or portfolio strategy requiring global‑local alignment4+ years leading complex, cross‑functional initiatives in a matrixed organization; Strong customer‑ and patient‑centric mindsetStrong business acumen, excellent strategic thinking and effective problem solving; Strong executive presence with the ability to influence senior leadershipTrack record of exceptional performance and execution that drives results in a cross-functional matrix through ability to influence without formal authority; Demonstrated ability to operate effectively amid ambiguity and complexityStrong business acumen with excellent strategic thinking and problem‑solving skillsProven track record of exceptional execution and delivery of results; Exceptional executive communication, storytelling, and stakeholder‑management skillsDesirable Requirements:Management consulting experienceExperience across US market dynamics, product launch, and lifestyle stages, or General Management outside the USThe salary for this position is expected to range between $185,500.00 and $344,500.00 per 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.To learn more about the culture, rewards and benefits we offer our people click here.