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About the Department

At Novo Nordisk, we want to make a difference. For more than 100 years, we have led the way in diabetes care. Being part of Novo Nordisk allows our employees to embark on life-changing careers, and the opportunity to help improve the quality of life for millions of people around the world.

In NC, we operate three pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities that are responsible for fulfilling different steps in our injectable and oral treatment supply chains. Our legacy Injectable Finished Products (IFP) facility in Clayton, NC is a 457,000 square foot aseptic "fill and finish" site that is responsible for producing innovative, injectable diabetes and obesity treatments. At IFP, you’ll join a global network of manufacturing professionals who are passionate about what they do.

What we offer you:

  • Leading pay and annual performance bonus for all positions
  • All employees enjoy generous paid time off including 14 paid holidays
  • Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance – effective day one
  • Guaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match option
  • Family Focused Benefits including 12 weeks paid parental & 6 weeks paid family medical leave
  • Free access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical products
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Life & Disability Insurance
  • Employee Referral Awards

At Novo Nordisk, you will find opportunities, resources, and mentorship to help grow and build your career. Are you ready to realize your potential? Join Team Novo Nordisk and help us make what matters.

The Position

Manage multiple projects simultaneously, which includes managing low to medium complexity projects. & Ensure all projects are staffed & executed according to the project plans and within budget, schedule & scope.

Relationships

Manager, Project Management Office.

Essential Functions

  • Lead multi-disciplined project teams to complete projects on-time, on-budget, meeting all requirements (quality, cost, schedule, scope)
  • Refine business case with project owner/sponsor
  • Establish & communicate quantifiable project benefits
  • Manage, coordinate & direct contract resources, & internal resources
  • Refine & clarify project scope through early project analysis with subject matter experts & owners to further substantiate project purpose
  • Develop bid packages, bid evaluation & drive vendor selection. Also work with procurement to create project specific contracts
  • Accountable for financial project through purchase order creation, management, invoicing & cost forecasting
  • Monitor & control project work with stringent follow-up on quality, schedule & budget so that the project delivers the desired end-product
  • Monitor & report project progress, communications to management & other stakeholders, & presentation in steering groups
  • Ensure the quality/content of steering group status & gate presentations
  • Review, approve, & endorse project related procurement (i.e. purchase orders & bid events)
  • Support building, managing & improving Project Portfolio Management systems
  • Ensure alignment with global programs & other site projects to actively share best practice, knowledge, & visions
  • Follow all safety & environmental requirements in the performance of duties
  • Other accountabilities, as assigned

Physical Requirements

May move equipment &/or supplies weighing up to 33 pounds within the facility using various body positions. May be required to be on your feet for up to a 12-hour shift. May required corrected vision to 20/20 or 20/25 based on role. May require color vision based on role. May require the ability to work in loud noise environments with hearing protections.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or other Technical Science field of study from an accredited university required
  • May consider an Associate’s degree in Engineering Technology or other Technical Science field of study from an accredited university with five (5) years of proven project management experience required
  • May consider a High School Diploma or GED with a minimum of seven (7) years of proven project management required
  • Minimum of three (3) years of proven project management experience required, to include: is mandatory
  • Leading change management projects (process improvement, product transfer, IT/process automation
  • Leading complex & major capital expenditure projects
  • Minimum of one (1) year of experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology environment preferred
  • Advanced Project Management competencies obtained through relevant project management training or experience is desired
  • Excellent technical writing & oral communication skills; presentation & facilitation skills; & negotiation & conflict resolution skills preferred
  • Ability to work in both technical & non-technical areas preferred
  • Ability to use creativity to resolve problems that arise during project execution desired
  • Knowledgeable in GMP concepts desired
  • Understanding of product documentation & standard operating procedures preferred
  • Ability to create & manage work plans & detailed project schedules preferred
  • Strong analytical/reasoning, organizational & multi-tasking skills preferred
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate with key stakeholders in a cross-cultural environment & demonstrates superior written & oral communication skills preferred
  • Develops & maintains strong internal & external relationships required
  • Proficient in basic computer skills including experience with Microsoft Office required
  • Ability to function independently, as well as execution of good judgement in decision making & strong leadership skills preferred
  • Meets objectives demonstrating strong change management skills desired

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

At Novo Nordisk we recognize that it is no longer good enough to aspire to be the best company in the world. We need to aspire to be the best company for the world and we know that this is only possible with talented employees with diverse perspectives, backgrounds and cultures. We are therefore committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates the diversity of our employees, the patients we serve and communities we operate in. Together, we’re life changing.

Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.

If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

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