Supply Manager

Are you experienced in optimizing supply chains and supply management? Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role? If so, read on! We are looking for a dedicated Supply Manager to join our Inbound Supply Management team at Novo Nordisk.

Apply today for a life-changing career!

Your new role

As Supply Manager you will optimize categories across the inbound supply chain from supplier to Novo Nordisk production. Working in collaboration with suppliers and internal stakeholders, you will:

• Drive and develop relevant category teams, working closely with Quality, Strategic Sourcing, and other stakeholders to execute the Category Plan and address specific issues. 

• Lead tasks and projects within the relevant category as defined in our category plan(s) or prioritized by the Category Group. 

• Monitor and drive supplier performance, ensuring adherence to agreements, on-time delivery, and quality standards. 

• Manage supplier capacity by establishing and coordinating purchase forecasts, aligning supplier capacities with Novo Nordisk’s future production demands. 

• Ensure supplier compliance with Novo Nordisk purchasing requirements, including managing supplier-related change requests. 

• Drive and contribute to supplier and supply risk management in the relevant sourcing categories. 

Your new department

The Inbound Supply Management department at Novo Nordisk plays a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless flow of materials and components critical to the company's production and supply chain operations. This department is responsible for overseeing and optimizing the inbound supply processes, fostering strong relationships with suppliers, and maintaining an efficient flow of goods from external sources into the company's production facilities. Located at our headquarters, the department thrives in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, working collaboratively to support Novo Nordisk's mission. 

Your skills and qualifications

We are looking for candidates who can bring the following qualifications to the table: 

• A master’s degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field. 

• Substantial experience in category management, procurement, or supply chain management preferably in a highly regulated industry.

• Proven experience in supplier management, including performance monitoring, risk management, and negotiation. 

• Project management experience with strong execution skills
• Knowledge of quality assurance and regulatory compliance in supply chain management. 

In addition, you possess excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, and you are fluent in spoken and written English.

Working at Novo Nordisk 

Novo Nordisk is a global healthcare company driven by purpose and innovation. We strive to create meaningful change for patients, employees, and society by combining strong values, diverse perspectives, and a collaborative culture. Here, you will have the opportunity to grow, make an impact, and be part of something bigger.

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 651,000.00 kr. to 956,900.00 kr., 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.

More information
For further information, you are welcome to contact Senior Manager Lisbeth Sehested LBSD@novonordisk.com or Senior Manager Pavlin Todorov PVTO@novonordisk.com. 

Deadline

18th of May

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.