Senior Manager - Business Applications

About the Department 

At Novo Nordisk, our Finance and Operations team is the engine that elevates holistic commercialization of our products. The Finance and Operations team works closely with the business across the organization to guide enterprise wide resource allocations, investment choices, drive core operations and develop insights to drive growth and operational excellence across the value chain while innovating for future capabilities. We regulate accounting, uphold workplace safety, manage our supply chain and sampling, support technology, provide commercial operations, insights & analytics, maintain our facilities and assure the integrity and completeness of all business transactions. At Novo Nordisk, you will have the opportunity to build a life-changing career in a global business environment. We encourage our employees to make the most of their talent. And we reward hard work and dedication with the opportunity for continuous learning and personal development. Are you ready to realize your potential?

 

The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Manager to lead a team of IT professionals, playing a critical role in the success and growth of our information technology infrastructure. This key position will be responsible for strategic planning, project management, team leadership, and ensuring the smooth operation and continuous improvement of all IT systems and services.

 

Relationships

Reports to Associate Director of Business Application. Interacts with key stakeholders across departments. BAs and QAs on the team (report to this role as a dotted line relationship).

 

Essential Functions

• Strategic Leadership:
  • Provide clear direction and develop comprehensive strategies for the Business Applications team, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives
  • Collaborate with key stakeholders across departments to understand business needs and identify strategic technology solutions
  • Manage and prioritize IT projects, ensuring timely and successful completion within budget and scope
• Technology Expertise:
  • Identify and implement new technologies and solutions to enhance efficiency, security, and scalability of the IT infrastructure
  • Monitor, analyze, and optimize system performance, proactively identifying and mitigating risks and vulnerabilities
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors and partners to ensure optimal value and support for technology needs

• Team Management:
  • Motivate a high-performing team of IT professionals, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment
  • Manage stakeholder expectations, ensuring clear communication and alignment throughout the project lifecycle
  • Oversee the change control process, ensuring adherence to established procedures and risk mitigation measures
• Solution Delivery:
  • Deliver high-quality solutions that meet or exceed stakeholder expectations, ensuring successful implementation and user satisfaction
  • Provide regular reports on team activities, project progress, and key performance metrics
  • Work independently and as part of a team, demonstrating strong analytical and decision-making skills

 

Physical Requirements

Approximately 5-10% overnight travel.

 

Qualifications

• Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (Master's degree preferred)
• Experience:
  • 8+ years of experience in an IT management role
  • Proven experience in leading and motivating high-performing IT teams
  • Must have experience with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet)
  • Must have Omnichannel Marketing Applications experience.
• Skills:
  • Excellent project management skills, including scheduling and risk management
  • Problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze complex technical issues
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills
  • Strong analytical and decision-making skills
• Additional Desirable Skills:
  • Experience with Agile methodologies 
  • Experience with Adobe Platforms (including Adobe Experience Platform, Adobe Campaign Classic, Adobe Target, AEM ETC.) 
  • Experience with cloud computing platforms

 

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 p