Director, Strategy Engagement Lead

Role: US Strategy Engagement Lead within Novartis's US Business Strategy, responsible for translating strategic initiatives into structured projects, stakeholder alignment, and decision-ready recommendations. Core responsibilities include developing strategic frameworks, synthesizing market, competitor, and policy data into clear strategic choices, and preparing senior-level recommendations. The role involves coaching junior team members and ensuring high-quality stakeholder engagement. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree (MS or MBA) preferred; 8+ years in consulting, corporate strategy, or healthcare/ pharma strategy, with experience leading complex projects with senior stakeholders. High-Value: Focus on US commercial enterprise strategy, cross-functional alignment, strategic planning, and market analysis, with emphasis on impact on pharmaceutical commercialization. Collaborates closely with senior leadership, reports to ED, US Business Strategy Lead. Location: East Hanover, NJ, with up to 20% domestic/international travel; not remote or relocatable.