Business Planning Manager - Commercial

• Maintain, monitor, and challenge key performance indicators to ensure alignment with strategic and operational objectives 

• Monitor business performance and proactively identify risks, opportunities, and early warning signals that support informed decision-making and resource allocation 

• Deliver timely, accurate, and actionable analysis to support monthly business reviews, forecasting activities, and strategic planning discussions 

• Ensure the integrity, completeness, and quality of financial and operational data used throughout budgeting, forecasting, and planning cycles 

• Develop executive presentations, performance reports, and financial summaries that combine quantitative analysis with compelling business storytelling 

• Promote automation, standardization, and AI-enabled ways of working to improve efficiency, forecasting accuracy, and reporting quality 

• Partner with business leaders to support performance management, financial planning activities, and continuous improvement initiatives 

Essential Requirements 

 

• University degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field. 

• Minimum 8+ years of experience in business planning, finance business partnering, auditing with strong business exposure, or related finance functions. 

• Strong understanding of local macroeconomic dynamics and their impact on business performance and operational finance. 

• Proven experience managing P&L performance, resource allocation decisions, and delivering reliable, accurate forecasts and financial insights. 

• Fluency in both English and Spanish with strong communication, stakeholder management, and presentation skills. 

• Demonstrated ability to develop executive-level presentations with compelling storytelling, transforming complex financial and operational information into clear, concise, and actionable insights tailored to diverse audiences. 

• Strong business acumen and numerical aptitude, with the ability to anticipate risks, evaluate opportunities, develop scenario-based analyses, and support strategic decision-making through effective resource allocation recommendations. 

• Advanced analytical skills with experience transforming complex data into actionable business recommendations. 

• Comfortable working in agile, digital environments with a strong focus on automation, standardization, continuous improvement, and AI-enabled ways of working. 

Desirable Requirements 

 

• Experience implementing AI-enabled solutions, automation initiatives, or advanced analytics projects within finance or business planning functions 

• Knowledge of modern planning, reporting, and visualization tools such as Power BI, SAP Analytics Cloud, Qlik, or similar platforms 

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion 

 

Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.