Project Manager II-Automation Systems (Cross OT) at Novo Nordisk

About the Department                                                                                                                                               

You will be joining Fill & Finish Expansions (FFEx), which is responsible for all major expansion activities within aseptic production, solid dosage forms, finished products, fill & finish warehousing, and QC across all production areas in Product Supply. The area is anchored in Product Supply, Quality & IT, which globally employ approx. 20,000 of Novo Nordisk’s 50,000 employees.

 

FFEx is a newly established and growing area with the responsibility to design, plan, and build all new aseptic filling capacity across Novo Nordisk to serve the needs of millions of patients. We do it by rethinking our production facilities with the use of modern technology, as we are setting the standards for the aseptic production of the future. Facilities designed today which we will still be proud of 20 years from now. FF Expansions has a global approach, where you will be working with multiple sites and cultures across the world.

 

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 include managing projects of all complexity levels across any business unit. within budget, on time, and within scope. Ensure all projects are staffed & executed according to the project plans and within budget, schedule, & scope.

 

Relationships

(Senior) Manager.

 

Essential Functions

Lead multi-disciplined project teams to complete projects on-time, on-budget, meeting all requirements (quality, cost, schedule, scope)

Develop & execute assigned project plans in accordance with the scope, schedule, quality, impact & cost objectives

Lead multi-disciplined project team(s), to include negotiating required staffing with LOB & assisting with required training of personnel supporting the project

Develop project staffing plans, considering both internal & external (contingent/consultant) workers, needed to support projects, to include assembling the project team & manage tasks & time closely for external staff to ensure budget alignment

Provide project cash flow projections to support Budget Cycles (AB, RE, LE)

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

Provide clear goals so that the project secures effective use of time & resources & builds employee motivation

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 to stakeholders & relevant department &/or site leadership

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 ( PMO Tools)

Ensure alignment with global programs & other site projects to actively share best practice, knowledge, & visions

Ensure all facets of the program lifecycle align with expectations set forth by the STG &/or project owner

Support project manager mentoring & onboarding

Follow all safety & environmental requirements in the performance of duties

Other accountabilities, as assigned

 

Physical Requirements

Ability to work in an open office environment with the possibility of frequent distraction. Ability to travel up to 10% of the time. (% can change on a case-by-case basis based on the role.)

 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or other Technical Science field of study from an accredited university required; or
• May consider an Associate’s degree in Engineering Technology or other Technical Science field of study from an accredited university with a minimum of seven (7) years of proven project management experience required; or
• May consider a High School Diploma or GED with a minimum of nine (9) additional years’ experience of proven project management required

Minimum of five (5) years of proven project management experience required, to include:

Leading change management projects required

Leading complex & major capital expenditure projects required

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 preferred

Excellent writing & oral communication skills; presentation & facilitation skills; & negotiation & conflict resolution skills required

Ability to work in both technical & non-technical areas preferred

Ability to use creativity to resolve problems that arise during project execution preferred

Knowledgeable in GMP concepts preferred

Knowledge of Lean principles & how they apply in a manufacturing environment preferred

Understanding of product documentation & standard operating procedures is preferred

Ability to create & manage work plans & detailed project schedules required

Strong analytical/reasoning, organizational & multi-tasking skills required

Demonstrated ability to communicate with key stakeholders in a cross-cultural environment & demonstrates superior written & oral communication skill required

Develops & maintains strong internal & external relationship 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 required

Functions well in team environment is required

Meets objectives demonstrating strong change management skills required

Proven project management experience with direct management of multiple projects simultaneously required

Proven expertise in planning/organizing, managing execution & revising the work plan for cross functional project teams preferred

Ability to utilize critical thinking in problem solving required

Practice and demonstrate Novo Nordisk behaviors and value (Novo Nordisk Way) and is seen as a role model in the department and across the organization preferred

 

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.