Priya Soni Pandit

Associate Director - Business Process Excellence @ Novartis

About

Enterprise Transformation Leader with 15+ years delivering global programs and cross-functional transformation across enterprise. Deep experience partnering with Executive Committee (ECN), MD’s Office and Site Head’s Office to translate strategy into execution, simplify operating models, and accelerate business value. Proven track record delivering USD 100M+ in enterprise impact through transformation initiatives. Adept at influencing senior stakeholders, orchestrating cross-functional teams and enabling decision-ready insights in global matrix environments. Expert at leveraging expertise in Lean Six Sigma and process improvement, the role emphasizes collaboration, cultural transformation, and operational clarity. With over a decade of experience in the pharmaceutical sector, spanning regulatory affairs, quality, and operational excellence, the mission is to uncover inefficiencies, design practical solutions, and ensure lasting impact across functions. Passionate about enabling sustainable change, the work combines innovation with a people-centric approach to drive meaningful progress.

Country

India

City

Hyderabad

Industry

Pharmaceuticals

Skill

Business Process Improvement, Process Design, Cultural Transformation, Culture Change, Change Initiatives, Lead by influence, Coaching & Mentoring, Technical Discussions, Process Mapping, Training and Development (HR), Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing Process Improvement, Presentation Skills, Problem Solving, Skilled Multi-tasker, Knowledge Acquisition, Pharmaceutical Industry, Project Management, Six Sigma, Quality Assurance

Experience

Associate Director - Business Process Excellence

Novartis

2023-4 - Present · 3 yrs 6 mos

• Partner with ECN leadership to translate enterprise strategy into transformation programs and measurable outcomes • Lead enterprise-wide Process Universe transformation (Adonis), establishing standard hierarchy and process transparency • Drive global commercial transformation for Internationals—automation, AI, data-driven segmentation, and operating model redesign • Lead PMR (Primary Market Research) transformation across global markets, compressing lead times and simplifying workflows • Established enterprise transformation portfolio tracker across 35 Tech Ops sites for KPI governance and leadership reporting • Roll out global ideation platform strengthening innovation and CI culture across manufacturing sites • Produce decision-ready insights, executive dashboards and transformation recommendations for senior leadership

Operational Excellence Business Partner

Novartis

2022-5 - 2023-4 · 1 yr

Singapore

• Reported into Site Head’s Office; delivered the site transformation roadmap aligned to enterprise strategy • Owned site transformation savings forecasting, budgeting and portfolio governance • Executed cross-functional transformation initiatives across supply chain, warehouse and production lead time optimisation • Led Gemba, capability-building and leadership alignment on transformation priorities • Created insights and dashboards enabling Site Head’s operational and strategic decision-making

Head/Site Manager- PMO & OpEx

Novartis

2021-9 - 2022-5 · 9 mos

• Worked directly with MD’s Office on enterprise productivity, cost optimisation and transformation agenda • Led governance for cross-functional transformation programs including new product launches, cost optimisation and yield improvement • Created transformation dashboards, KPI frameworks and financial insights for leadership steering committees • Executed multiple transformation pilots delivering enterprise-scale efficiencies • Led quarterly and annual transformation planning cycles—prioritisation, dependencies, risks and outcomes

Site Manager- Ethics, Risk and Compliance

Novartis

2021-2 - 2022-5 · 1 yr 4 mos

Site Manager- Communication & Engagement

Novartis

2020-12 - 2022-5 · 1 yr 6 mos

PMO- Project Management and Operational Excellence

Novartis

2019-6 - 2022-3 · 2 yrs 10 mos

Mumbai Area, India

Responsible for project management, operational excellence, CAPEX management, quality culture and new initiatives at the site. Looking into alternate vendor development, derisking and technology transfers at site.

Author - All The Pieces Click

Writer's Pocket

2025-8 - Present · 1 yr 2 mos

All the Pieces Click is your blueprint for creating a life where success feels aligned, not overwhelming. If you’ve been working hard yet still feel stuck or scattered, this book will help you put every part of your life—career, habits, mindset, and well-being—on the same track. Inside, you’ll learn how to: Build habits that stick and energise you. Bounce back stronger from challenges. Discover your ikigai—your reason to show up every day. Align what you do with who you are. Through real-life stories, proven principles, and practical exercises, you’ll gain clarity on what you truly want and the confidence to go after it—without burning out. Because success isn’t about doing everything. It’s about doing the right things, piece by piece, until all the pieces click.

Global Quality Trainings-Team Lead

Apotex Inc.

2017-12 - 2019-6 · 1 yr 7 mos

Bengaluru, India

Working as a Team Lead - Global Quality Training Team. A Center Of Excellence Team. In the current role - I develop Training Need, develop training content, impart training through interactive session and various aids and track and check training effectiveness. We bring about innovation with compliance.