Data, Analytics & Platform Head
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Location: Toronto #LI-HybridNovartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role: please only apply if this location is accessible for you.
As Head of Data Analytics & Platforms youll turn global digital strategy into local executionowning the data backbone platforms and AI capabilities that power Commercial Medical and Value & Access teams. Youll scale trusted data drive adoption of analytics and AI and convert complexity into tools teams rely on to perform. This is a leadership role for someone who turns insight into action
The Head of Data Analytics & Platforms (DAP) sits within the Execution Excellence unit reporting to the Execution Excellence Head and leads the countrys data digital platform analytics and AI agenda in close partnership with Commercial Medical Affairs and Value & Access. This role translates international digital strategy into local fit for purpose execution by owning a single trusted data foundation deploying and driving adoption of enterprise platforms and scaling analytics and AI solutions that improve decision quality productivity and execution. By enabling consistent compliant and insight driven engagement with healthcare professionals and accelerating digital reach for priority brands the role plays a critical part in strengthening organizational performance and helping patients access the right therapies sooner.
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Job Description
Key responsibilities:
Own and evolve a single trusted view of businesscritical data across Commercial Medical Affairs and Value & Access ensuring data quality governance and compliance.
Translate international data digital and AI strategy into localized roadmaps and priorities that deliver measurable business and patient impact
Lead the deployment adoption and change management of enterprise marketing medical and access technology platforms in alignment with global guidance.
Enable advanced analytics reporting and dashboards that improve decision quality execution cadence and crossfunctional performance.
Drive the local AI and GenAI agenda scaling use cases that improve customer engagement productivity and operational excellence while ensuring responsible AI practices
Partner closely with Integrated Insights and international DAP teams to align KPIs reporting standards and technology readiness for global programs (e.g. ICE IMEx)
Oversee DAP budget vendor selection and external partner performance ensuring delivery against SLAs and strategic objectives
Ensure data and platform readiness to support medical access and patient service solutions in accordance with legal privacy and compliance requirements.
Build and lead a highperforming futureready team fostering innovation strong adoption and a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
Essential Requirements:
Strategic agility: the successful candidate can anticipate future consequences and trends accurately; has broad knowledge and perspective; is future oriented; can clearly articulate a vision and possibilities; can create competitive and breakthrough strategies and plans
Has a high prioritization mindset
Ability to evaluate and import new/untested/innovative models
Experience in working with multiple internal and external stakeholders around a common goal
Proven track record on influencing senior leaders in complex project(s) & driving positive impact
Desirable Requirements:
Enterprise-level data architecture governance and analytics foundation
Hands-on AI / ML capability from pilot to production
At Novartis Canada we are determined to be a valued partner and advocate with a deep understanding of patient needs along the entire care journey from drug development to diagnosis to access and beyond. Part of the way we are doing this is by leveraging data technology and partnerships.
Research & Development: we focus on four core therapeutic areas: Cardiovascular Renal & Metabolic Immunology Neuroscience and Oncology. We also develop and deliver treatments through other promoted and established brands which today are helping millions of patients. Over the last three years our average annual research and development investment in Canada was over $30 million and we conduct clinical trial research in every region throughout Canada.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: Novartis is committed to building outstanding inclusive work environment and diverse teams representatives of the patients and communities we serve.
Skills Desired
Agility Agility Brand Analysis Brand Awareness Commercial Excellence Cross-Functional Collaboration Customer Engagement Customer Experience Customer Insights Data Strategy Digital Marketing Go-To-Market Strategy Healthcare Needs healthcare outcomes Influencing Skills Inspirational Leadership launch products Marketing Strategy Media Campaigns People Management Product Marketing Product Roadmap Return on Investment (ROI) Stakeholder Engagement Stakeholder Management 2 more
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About Company
Novartis is a global healthcare company based in Switzerland that provides solutions to the evolving needs of patients worldwide.
