Global Direct Procurement - Logistics Intern (12 months)

Global Direct Procurement – Logistics Intern (12 months)

Location: Taastrup, Denmark

Are you a master’s student passionate about procurement, logistics and strategic sourcing? Join Global Direct Procurement – Logistics as an Intern and gain hands-on experience in a global, fast-paced environment where you will support sourcing projects that secure Novo Nordisk’s logistics capacity, cost competitiveness and sustainability ambitions.

Your new role

As a Logistics Intern in Global Direct Procurement, you will support sourcing and category activities across Novo Nordisk’s logistics value chain, covering air, sea, road and courier transportation as well as warehousing solutions. You will be part of a transformational phase, working closely with experienced Category Managers and stakeholders across the organisation.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Supporting RFx and sourcing processes, including project coordination, stakeholder communication and tender preparation
• Performing analytical and data-driven tasks to support sourcing and category decisions
• Assisting with contract lifecycle management, CDA handling and signature processes
• Supporting process improvements, data management and administrative tasks within the team
• Contributing to tender package build-up in close collaboration with Category Managers and Global Business Services, following Novo Nordisk’s sourcing methodology

You will be based in Taastrup and may work in close proximity with internal stakeholders depending on the sourcing pipeline.

Your new department

You will join Global Direct Procurement within Global Manufacturing and Supply, a central sourcing unit responsible for short-, medium- and long-term strategic sourcing activities across Novo Nordisk’s global production network.

The department ensures global supply of logistics solutions and works with a broad and diverse supplier base. You will be part of a diverse, international team of experienced Category Managers who will support your professional and personal development within procurement and sourcing.

Your skills and qualifications

To succeed in this role, we imagine that you:

• Are currently enrolled in a master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field, with at least 12 months remaining
• Show strong interest in strategic sourcing, procurement, category management and supply chain logistics
• Are structured, proactive and able to manage multiple tasks and projects in a complex environment
• Have strong communication and stakeholder management skills, enabling effective collaboration internally and externally
• Are fluent in written and spoken English and comfortable working in an international setting

On a personal level, you are curious, result-oriented and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. You bring a sense of urgency, enjoy problem-solving and are confident navigating complexity while building strong relationships.

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 and Benefits: if allowed by the educational institution from where the Intern is enrolled, the monthly salary is fixed. The monthly base rate is 15.900 DKK plus a pension scheme (currently 10% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution).

Contact

For further information about the position, please contact Luis Martinez, Director Logistics, at +45 34 44 64 43.

Deadline

23 June 2026

You do not need to attach a cover letter to your application. Instead, please include a few sentences in your CV explaining why you are applying. To ensure a fair and efficient recruitment process, please refrain from adding a photo to your CV.

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.