Change/OD Director

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Job Description

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!

Major accountabilities: 

• Develop a cohesive TMOD strategy that is in line with overall business strategy and drive, with P&O Business Partners, its implementation across assigned region / business unit / business areas.
• Provide TMOD solutions and consulting expertise to respective P&O Leadership teams on developing strategies, leadership, culture, structures and employee motivation, on managing change and on M&A integration.
• Provide counsel and strategic recommendations on the TMOD organization and tools and processes within the organization.
• Diagnose organizational issues, deliver actions plans, and drive Talent Management initiatives based on OTR analysis.
• Develop and implement plans to strengthen succession.
• Lead the efficient implementation of TMOD processes and programs across the region / organization (e.g. organizational change projects, Culture development, employee survey, Talking Talent sessions and OTR) and ensure achievement of talent pipeline targets (selection, retention, development and exportation).
• Lead the implementation of TMOD programs aimed at developing top talents and sustaining a high-level of employee retention within the organization.
• Build capability and readiness of the line management and P&O organization in change management skills, experience and expertise.
• Manage the correct and timely implementation of TMOD policies and procedures.
• Oversee the management and development of large TMOD teams -Lead or initiate various TMOD Projects.
• Reporting of technical complaints / adverse events / special case scenarios related to Sandoz products within 24 hours of receipt -Distribution of marketing samples (where applicable)

 Key performance indicators:

•  Feedback from internal and external stakeholders - Progress in implementation of Talent and Leadership strategies

 Minimum Requirements: 
  Work Experience:

• Industry/ Business Exposure.
• Critical Negotiations.
• P&L or Unit Accountability.
• Geographic Scope.
• People Leadership.

 Skills:

• Business Partnering.
• Change Management.
• Communication Skills.
• Human Resources (Hr).
• Operational Excellence.
• Organizational Development (Od).
• Performance Management.
• Project Management.
• Relationship Building.
• Resilience.
• Talent Management.

 Languages:

• English.

What you'll receive:

Sandoz compensation is determined by job level, qualifications, niche skills, experience, and location within company salary ranges. Fully proficient and highly effective employees can expect a starting salary around market median, with those new to the level or with less functional depth at the lower end of the range and those with sustained superior or niche skills towards the higher end of the range. Internal equity and external market data inform our range placement. Annual salary reviews consider performance outcomes, market alignment, and business needs.

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.

Hiring decisions are only based on the qualification for the position, regardless of gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, age and disability.

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Skills Desired

Business Partnering, Change Management, Communication Skills, Human Resources (HR), Operational Excellence, Organizational Development (OD), Performance Management, Relationship Building, Resilience, Talent Management, Waterfall Project Management