Director Staffs Data and Analytics

Are you ready to lead transformative data and analytics initiatives that revolutionize finance, HR, procurement, legal, facility management processes in a globally renowned life sciences compa-ny? Novo Nordisk is seeking a visionary Director Staffs Data and Analytics to drive innovation through AI, machine learning, and advanced analytics. Join us in Denmark or Bangalore and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of operational excellence on a global scale!

What is this about?
The Director of Staffs Data & Analytics will lead the strategic direction, development, and execu-tion of the company’s data-driven initiatives with a focus on finance, HR, procurement, legal, facil-ity management. This executive will be responsible for driving innovation in data management, analytics, and advanced technologies (e.g., AI/ML) to accelerate digitalization across finance, HR, procurement. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with business domain teams to create actionable insights that enhance decision-making.

Key responsibilities include:

• Develop and implement a data strategy aligned with finance, HR, procurement, legal, and facility management goals, ensuring seamless integration of data from various sources.
• Establish data governance frameworks to ensure data quality, security, and compliance with global regulatory standards, such as FDA, EMA, and HIPAA.
• Lead the development of advanced analytics platforms and AI-driven solutions to support financial forecasting, procurement savings, talent management, and other business pro-cesses.
• Oversee scalable data architecture and technology platforms, ensuring interoperability and integration across ERP, HCM, LMS, ATS, and other systems.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration to leverage data and analytics in improving opera-tional efficiency and decision-making.
• Build and lead a diverse, high-performing team, fostering a data-driven culture and con-tinuous professional growth.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements while managing risks related to data privacy, security, and ethical use.
• Monitor and communicate the impact of data initiatives on business outcomes, opera-tional efficiency, and stakeholder satisfaction.

Qualifications
To succeed in this role, you should possess:

• 10+ years of experience in data and analytics leadership roles, with at least 7 years in fi-nance or HR.
• Proven track record of leveraging data and analytics to drive digitalization in finance, HR and / or procurement 
• Deep expertise in ERP, HCM, LMS, ATS, procurement systems.
• Experience managing large-scale data platforms, including cloud computing, data lakes, and advanced analytics technologies.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements in life science
• Experience working with cross-functional distributed teams
• Experience with emerging technologies like AI, IoT, process mining

About the department
You will be part of the Digital, Data and IT (DD&IT) Global Data & Artificial Intelligence team. Our department is globally distributed and has for mission to harness the power of Data and Artificial Intelligence, integrating it seamlessly into the fabric of Novo Nordisk's operations. We serve as the vital link, weaving together the realms of Data and Artificial Intelligence throughout the whole organization, empowering Novo Nordisk to realize its strategic ambitions through our pivotal initiatives. The atmosphere is fast-paced and dynamic, with a strong focus on collaboration and innovation. We work closely with various business domains to create actionable insights and drive commercial excellence.

Working at Novo Nordisk
Novo Nordisk is a global healthcare company headquartered in Denmark. For 100 years, we have been driving change to defeat diabetes and other serious chronic diseases. As a result, our treatments today benefit millions of people living with diabetes, obesity, and rare blood and en-docrine diseases. We are proud of that.

We are proud of our people too, and we employ more than 67,000 bright and diverse minds in 80 offices worldwide. With us, your bright mind and commitment help us change lives for people worldwide. In exchange, we offer you a seat in a rewarding and purpose-driven culture where your professional and personal development is highly valued. That said, opportunities are many in Novo Nordisk. Discover the cutting-edge technologies behind Novo Nordisk's life-changing innovations.

Not the right job for you? Explore other digital areas within Novo Nordisk.
Even if this job is not the right match for you, Novo Nordisk might still have something to offer. Our many digital teams work in various areas of technology every day – from front-end to back-end, from artificial intelligence to machine learning, and from cloud systems to quantum compu-ting. Our digital expert make a tangible impact on lives worldwide. Want to learn more about how we do this? Go explore on Tech.life at Novo Nordisk

Any questions?
For further information, please contact Loic Giraud at LGIU@novonordisk.com 

Deadline
10 December 2024

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. You do not need to attach a cover letter to your application, but please include a few sentences about why you are applying in your resume or CV.

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.