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!

Job Description Summary:

As Head of Strategy and Business Excellence, Corporate Communications(CC)*, you are responsible for leading the strategic planning, operational excellence, capability building and performance management of the global CC function. You will ensure alignment with business objectives, drive cross-functional collaboration, and enhance the impact, efficiency, and consistency of communications across the organization so the function can operate at its best. You will also embed the transformation agenda in order for CC to become an industry leading function by 2028. You will act as a strategic advisor to the Head of Communications and senior leadership, enabling data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement

Your Key Responsibilities:

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Strategic Planning & Governance:

• Develop and implement the global communications strategy in alignment with corporate goals.

• Lead annual planning, budgeting, and resource allocation processes for the communications function.

• Establish governance frameworks and operating models to ensure consistency and compliance.

Operational Excellence:

• Design and optimize processes, tools, and systems to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of communications activities.

• Oversee project management, vendor management, and internal workflows to ensure timely and high-quality delivery.

• Budget planning and management for the CC function.

Performance Management & Analytics:

• Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the impact of communications initiatives.

• Lead reporting and insights generation to inform strategic decisions and demonstrate value to stakeholders.

• Leverage AI and automated performance dashboards.

Team Leadership & Capability Building:

• Lead a team of operations and strategy professionals, fostering a high-performance culture.

• Drive capability development, training, and knowledge sharing across the communications function.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Partner with senior leaders across functions (e.g., P&O, Legal & Compliance, Finance, Strategy and Transformation) to ensure alignment and integration.

• Serve as a trusted advisor to the Head of Communications and leadership team.

What you’ll bring to the role:

Essential Requirements:

• Batchelor’s degree in Communications, Business Administration, Public Relations, or a related field

• Fluent in English (written and spoken); additional languages are a plus

• Experience and Skills: 10+ years of experience in corporate communications, strategy, or operations roles

• Strategic thinking and analytical mindset

• Strong leadership and influencing skills

• Excellent project management and organizational abilities

• Proficiency in communications tools, analytics platforms, and reporting systems

• High level of business acumen and stakeholder management

*final job title and level will depend on the successful candidates’ level of expertise

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.

Accessibility and accommodation

Sandoz is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to all individuals. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the recruitment process, please send an e-mail to claire.gratton@sandoz.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message

Head of Strategy and Business Excellence / Director of Strategy & Operations – Corporate Communications* (d/f/m)