Associate Director - Supply Chain Development

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

The position is responsible for driving projects identified from the Supply chain development initiatives across Novo Nordisk Inc., (NNI). The position is responsible for Managing Assigned Development Initiatives: Take charge of the planning, coordination, and execution of selected NAO Supply Chain Development Initiatives. Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with the broader NAO and Global Supply Chain teams to align the assigned projects with overall strategy and goals. Reporting on Initiative Progress: Regularly monitor and report on the status of assigned projects, providing updates to the Director and other stakeholders. Contributing to Quarterly & Sprint Planning: Assist in the planning processes, ensuring that assigned initiatives are well-positioned for success. Supporting Portfolio Maintenance: Work alongside the Director to maintain an updated view of the assigned projects within the NAO Supply Chain Development portfolio.

 

Relationships

Reports to the Director NAO Supply Chain Development with 3 direct project manager reports. Position regularly interacts with Supply Chain Leadership across NAO, collaborates closely with SC Project Manager for NNI/NNCI SC Development and the entire NAO Organization. Maintains relations with NAO Supply Chain Organization and corresponding roles in IO and the regions within IO.

 

Essential Functions

• NAO Development Initiative Engagement
• Collaborate closely with the Director to understand the broader NAO Supply Chain Strategy
• Engage with relevant teams to drive the maturation and execution of NAO initiatives
• Prioritize projects based on strategic importance, feasibility, and available resources
• Project Coordination & Collaboration
• Act as the primary contact for all assigned NAO Development projects
• Drive collaboration between global, regional, and local teams to ensure successful project execution
• Address any project-related issues, ensuring smooth progress
• Progress Tracking & Reporting
• Use tools and methodologies to monitor progress on assigned projects
• Keep the Director and other stakeholders updated on project milestones and any challenges faced
• Make necessary adjustments to ensure projects stay on track and achieve desired outcomes
• Contribution to Portfolio Management
• Help maintain an accurate representation of assigned projects within the NAO Supply Chain Development Portfolio
• Collaborate with the Director to ensure alignment between individual projects and the broader portfolio strategy
• This revised description emphasizes the Project Manager's responsibility for selected NAO Supply Chain Development Initiatives, rather than the entire portfolio

 

Physical Requirements

0-10% overnight travel required.

 

Qualifications

• At least a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, e.g. Business, Supply Chain
• Minimum of 9 years of experience in supply chain/project management with a Bachelor’s degree, minimum of 7 years of experience with a Master’s degree (preferably from the pharmaceutical industry)
• Minimum 2 years of leadership experience
• Proven track record in project management and change management
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Experience with Agile ways of working is a plus
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal

 

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

 

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