Manager - Project Execution

People Leader for Project Management Execution Team for New Technologies in Aseptic Manufacturing Engineering.

Are you ready to drive change and becoming industry leaders? Do you have what it takes to lead an outstanding, multicultural team on a global scale? If you are driven by innovation, excellence, and the thrill of overcoming challenges, then we have the right position for you.

We are looking for an ambitious and passionate Manager for our project execution team within new technologies in the aseptic area. Someone who is driven by a strong purpose and a clear aspiration.
 
The position
You will be the Manager for the Project Execution team which consists of 8 dedicated employees with various background and competence level. The key responsibility for the team is to lead global projects within new technologies. Being the onsite partner for our local manufacturing sites (France, Brazil, US, China and four sites in Denmark and supporting them in strengthens their project execution with a risk based approach.

This position offers significant autonomy, enabling you to tailor your management approach to achieve optimal results. Your innovative ideas and strategic initiatives will play a crucial role in defining the direction and success of the team and thereby the projects. Being a global team, we are also looking for a leader with a global mindset and leadership skills to lead a multi-cultural group with an international stakeholder landscape.
 
Your main responsibilities will be focused on:

• Team Development: Transform the project manager team into industry leaders through coaching, skill-building, and unwavering motivation.
• Leadership: Ensure Project Managers can drive flawless compliance and performance installations across our global manufacturing sites.
• Process Optimisation: Implement robust processes and standardisation to mitigate risks and ensure seamless execution.
• Strategic Vision: Set ambitious objectives and targets, providing actionable feedback to take you and the team to new heights.

In addition to that, you can expect to work close with the project management team for the implementation projects as well as being a part of defining and optimizing strategic project structure. In this position travel can be expected but will be kept to a limit and with business rational.
 
Qualifications 
To be a competitive candidate, you should have:

• A master’s degree in engineering, business or a related field.
• Proven leadership experience, ideally in the pharmaceutical or production sectors.
• Expertise in project management and project execution.
• A proactive, structured, and self-driven mindset who likes working in a challenging field.

As a leader, you are authentic, engaged, and decisive. You respect diverse viewpoints and make bold choices. You excel in fast-paced environments, maintaining composure and making sound decisions amidst constant change.

As a person and leader, you are authentic, engaged, and self-driven. You listen and respect the views of others but still dare to make clear choices. You have excellent interpersonal skills and can communicate clearly and in uncomplicated manner. Also, you are structured and proactive in your work and will always put people and patients first

You will have several stakeholders across the organization and therefore your written and spoken communication skills in English must be excellent. To succeed you need to be able to keep a cool head and make decisions in a busy work environment where challenges and opportunities changes frequently. 
 
About the Department 
You will be part of a global department that deploy technical solutions across the aseptic manufacturing network. We are responsible for both compliance and performance projects. We work with a business-driven focus with a risk-based approach that ensure us to become industry leaders within project management and project execution. The department consist of 2 teams, 3 program managers and a specialist Aseptic production. 
 
Working at Novo Nordisk
At Novo Nordisk, your abilities, ambitions, and dedication help us to improve the lives of patients all over the world. In return, we offer you the opportunity to work with extraordinary talent and enjoy a wide range of opportunities within professional and personal development. We have a responsible culture with a healthy and committed work environment and focus on contributing to society and protecting the environment. 

Contact 
For further information, please contact Peter Thorborg (Senior Manager) at: +45 30794818 or at PTOR@novonordisk.com
 
Deadline 
13 February 2025

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.