Director, IDS and Data Partnerships

Job Description Summary

Location:
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The Insights and Decision Science (IDS) team is dedicated to enabling improved decision-making at Novartis by leveraging data and advanced analytics capabilities to generate actionable insights that drive business growth. We collaborate closely with the US business, bringing in-sights and challenging ideas to empower smarter, data-driven decision-making. Reporting into the Executive Director, IDS and Data Partnerships, the Director, IDS and Data Partnerships will play a critical role in establishing strong data partnerships to support the US Commercial organization.
This position will be responsible for overseeing Novartis's existing strategic partnerships within IDS to ensure compliance and quality are maintained and that Novartis teams have the appropriate systems to meet the needs of their use case. As the Director, IDS and Data Partnerships you will focus on forging and managing IDS data partnerships monitoring spends and ensuring that all external partnerships meet established data standards and regulatory requirements. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess the effectiveness of ongoing data partnerships, track IDS partnerships and spends, enforce data stewardship practices, and ensure that data as-sets are being leveraged effectively across the organization.
This position can be based remotely anywhere in the U.S. (there may be some restrictions based on legal entity). Please note that this role would not provide relocation as a result. The expectation of working hours and travel (domestic and/or international) will be defined by the hiring manager. This position will require 15% travel.

 

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the performance and outcomes of external data partnerships, including third-party platforms, vendors, and technology solutions
• Develop and execute the organization’s data partnership strategy, including the identification of the organization’s critical data needs
• Align partnership prioritization with broader organizational strategy and objectives
• Establish data quality SLAs and metrics with external data partners to ensure high quality data remains available for Novartis teams
• Monitor and enforce data quality, security, and compliance standards for all external data sources, platforms, and vendors, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and internal policies for data management
• Work collaboratively with data vendors and cross-functional teams to address data quality issues and communicate any corresponding changes
• Facilitate acquisition of data from requirements gathering through integration into Novartis’s platforms and systems
• Establish oversight mechanisms for external data partnerships, ensuring compliance with data standards, data-sharing agreements, and internal policies for data management
• Support the implementation of data stewardship practices across platforms, vendors, and technology solutions, to verify data is properly managed and governed throughout the partnership, providing performance metrics and governance reports to senior leadership
• Coordinate training and awareness initiatives with internal teams around best practices to promote effective and compliant data usage
• Continuously evaluate existing partnerships and tech solutions to ensure standards

Education: Bachelor's degree in related field is required; Master of Science and/or MBA preferred

Novartis seeks an individual with extensive experience in establishing and managing data partnerships. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the data partnership landscape, including industry best practices for collaborating with external data providers. A proven ability to navigate data-related risks—such as privacy, security, and compliance issues—while building mutually beneficial partnerships is essential. The successful candidate will be committed to driving continuous improvement in the organization’s data partnership strategy, leveraging data insights and industry trends to strengthen collaboration and maximize the value of external data assets.

Essential Requirements:

• 8+ years of experience in establishing and managing data partnerships, with a strong focus on data governance, data management, or related roles
• Expert understanding of data partnership principles, frameworks, and best practices, with a proven ability to forge strategic collaborations with external data providers and vendors
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and industry standards related to data privacy and security
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to influence and drive change in a complex organizational environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess and manage risks associated with external data partnerships, ensuring the integrity, security, and quality of shared data
• Certification in data governance or related areas (e.g., DM-BOK, CDMP, etc.)

Novartis Compensation Summary:

The 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.

 

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 accommodations

The 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 [email protected] 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

$185,500.00 - $344,500.00

 

Skills Desired

Agility, Brand Awareness, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Customer Engagement, Customer Experience, Customer Insights, Data Strategy, Digital Marketing, Go-To-Market Strategy, Influencing Skills, Inspirational Leadership, Marketing Strategy, Media Campaigns, People Management, Product Marketing, Product Roadmap, Return on Investment (ROI), Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Marketing