Associate Director, Program Management… at Novartis · East…

Associate Director, Program Management -Neuromuscular -Remote Location: East Hanover Job Description Summary #LI-Remote 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 inter-national) will be defined by the hiring manager. This position will require X% travel.” Are you a forward-thinker who can adapt and grow with the evolving Novartis Patient Support landscape? Join Novartis as an AD, Program Management, working under the Director of Case Management, and be responsible for managing all aspects of Patient Support Center program operations and leading a team of Case Manager Supervisors, while holding high level responsibility for management of the Case Manager work responsibilities, ensuring all activities are compliant with Novartis policies and procedures. The AD, Case Management will serve as the subject matter expert (SME) for the Case Manager role and key responsibilities will include monitoring the team’s activity, achievement of Service Level Agreements (SLAs), Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), productivity/quality, brand specific program’s operational health and serves as the single point of contact for program needs with key stakeholders. Job Description Key Responsibilities: Lead, coach and motivate a dedicated team of Case Managers aligned to the therapeutic area and/or brand-specific program; responsible for their ongoing growth and development of Navigator team, including ensuring completion of training on marketplace and therapy area changes, and managing their performance against set objectives at the PSC. Managing the workload and assigned responsibility scope to ensureappropriate coverageof patients and physicians offices, as well as aligned field partners. Seeking ways to improve the patient/provider experience and working cross-functionally with PSC colleagues to develop and implement improvements to the program. Forming strong partnerships with Central Operations functions for CRM system operations, technical escalations, and optimization. Collaborateswith Performance, Quality, and Excellence (PQE) tomonitorcall and system performance of Case Managers. Ensure monitoring outcomes are executed at the individual and team level. Schedule coaching, huddles, and other sessions to positivelyimpactoverall performance and compliance ofteam. Responsible foridentifyingand reporting adverse events via the established Novartis systems as per applicable processes Serve as program Case Management liaison and single point of contact for the entire patient journey (including coverage and access) for all key stakeholders (e.g.Disease State Team), and Field Reimbursement counterparts. Collaborate with many individuals including PSC Leaders, PSC Operations, Training, Marketing, Legal, People & Organizations, Ethics Risk Compliance, and Service Business Partners Oversee 5-7 Supervisors that directly manage and support a team of 10-14 Case Managers each, ensuring operational excellence and aligning with SLAs, KPIs, and agent specific metrics. Collaboration with the Training and Documentation teams on the design, documentation, and administration of process and systems-based training, including agent simulations and certifications. Essential Requirements: Education:Bachelor’s Degreerequired; advanced degree preferred, including but not limited to PharmD, RPh, PA, etc. 5+ years of experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, access/reimbursement, patient supportcenteror related/applicable industry with 2+ yearsof peoplemanagement/leadership experience. 3+ years' experience with direct provider/caregiver/patient interaction. Comprehensive knowledge of Case Management and Patient Access Services with understanding of privacy laws and regulations including HIPAA and similar state laws. Successful experience in hiring, developing, and managing diverse high performing teams towards meeting and exceedingobjectives. Strong leadership, teaching, planning and organization, data and analytics, decisionmakingand problem-solving skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office tools and CRM systems (e.g.Salesforce). Strong ability to collaborate and work cross-functionally within a matrix environment witha high levelof integrity and ethical judgment, as well asdemonstratedexperience in fostering compliance with company policies and procedures. Preferred Qualifications: Management of a patient support team, with experience in a specialtycategorya plus. Successful leadership skills managing a team across multiple locations (both remotely and onsite) with direct reports. The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $125,600 and $234,000.00/year; however, while salary ranges are effective from 1/1/25 through 12/31/25, fluctuations in the job market may necessitate adjustments to pay ranges during this period.  Further, final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to geographical location, experience level, knowledge, skills and abilities. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. 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 us.reasonableaccommodations@novartis.com 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 $126,000.00 - $234,000.00 Skills Desired Calls Handling, Customer Retention, Customer Service, Data Analytics, Microsoft Access, Operational Efficiency, Operations, Procurement, Promotion Marketing, Retail Loss Prevention, Sales, Sales Support, Sales Targets, Selling Skills, Technical Skills, Waterfall Model