Category Manager

Do you want to make a real impact by driving renewable energy sourcing in a global healthcare company? This is your opportunity to lead sustainable energy procurement initiatives that support both our patients and our environmental ambitions.

Your new role

As Category Manager within the Energy Sourcing team, you will be responsible for the strategic procurement of renewable energy solutions, with a strong focus on Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) and power projects across solar, wind and battery energy storage systems (BESS), including hybrid renewable energy solutions.

This is a hands‑on role where you take ownership of key energy sourcing activities, ensuring reliable and sustainable energy supply for Novo Nordisk sites worldwide.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Driving and implementing global sourcing strategies for PPAs, including ownership of day to day operational activities within the Energy Cluster
• Leading energy‑related PPA tenders and negotiations with developers through RFQs and RFIs, ensuring professional, timely and service‑minded supplier dialogue
• Managing accounting and documentation processes related to Novo Nordisk’s global Renewable Energy Certificates (EACs)
• Performing PPA market and power sector analysis to support supplier negotiations and strategic decision‑making
• Leading internal category forums and supplier meetings while maintaining category data, dashboards and insights in close collaboration with key stakeholders

• Supporting contract lifecycle management for PPAs, including ongoing supplier performance follow‑up in close collaboration with internal stakeholders

Your new department

You will be part of Global Manufacturing & Supply, which covers the full value chain from drug and device development to marketed Novo Nordisk products. With more than 30,000 colleagues globally, the organisation carries a shared responsibility for scaling molecules, processes, devices and products to ensure supply of life‑saving medicines to patients worldwide.

You will join Global Direct Procurement within the Supply Chain area, where the Energy Cluster holds global responsibility for sourcing energy and utilities across all Novo Nordisk sites. The department is characterised by strong collaboration and stakeholder engagement. While you may support broader category management activities, your primary focus will be on energy and renewable sourcing initiatives critical to the business.

Your skills and qualifications

We are looking for a Category Manager with a strong background in renewable energy and procurement, combined with a structured and proactive working style. You will bring:

• A relevant degree (MSc, MBA or similar) in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, Engineering or a related field, along with professional fluency in written and spoken English
• 3–5 years of experience within PPA origination, renewable energy sourcing or a relevant consulting role in the power- or utility sector
• Strong analytical and project management capabilities, including experience with complex data analysis related to energy markets
• A hands‑on mindset with the ability to take ownership and drive tasks independently in a global stakeholder environment
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, enabling effective collaboration across functions and with external partners
• You are fluent in English, and knowledge of Danish is considered an advantage

Working at Novo Nordisk

Every day we seek the solutions that defeat serious chronic diseases. To do this, we approach our work with determination, constant curiosity and a commitment to finding better ways forward. For over 100 years, this dedication has driven us to build a company focused on lasting change for long-term health. One where diverse thinking, shared purpose and mutual respect come together to create extraordinary results. When you join us, you're not just starting a job – you're becoming part of a story that spans generations.

What we offer

At Novo Nordisk, you’ll join a global healthcare company with a unique culture and strong results. We offer continuous learning, career development, and benefits tailored to your life and career stage.

Salary:  For this role, the Annual Base Salary ranges from 570,300 to 838,100 DKK, corresponding to the level of the position.

The placement within the salary range will be assessed during the recruitment process based on the candidate’s skills, competencies, knowledge, and relevant experience.

Incentives and Benefits: The salary package may include short-term and/or long-term incentives as well as other employee benefits based on position level,  location, functional area and relevant market benchmarks.

Learn more about our Reward Philosophy here.

Contact
For further information about the position, please contact Assoc Category Lead, Daniel Meinertz, at zdzm@novonordisk.com or Assoc Director, Emelie Nordlander Millard, at enom@novonordisk.com

Application deadline
10 May 2026

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

At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes – we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and preventing diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger – a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.