Corporate Vice President for Portfolio Strategy, Forecasting & Valuations

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for driving portfolio strategy and management on a global scale? Do you have a strong background in scenario planning, valuations, business development, and leadership within the pharmaceutical industry? If so, we invite you to join Novo Nordisk as our new Corporate Vice President for Strategy, Forecasting & Valuations. Read on and apply today to help drive impactful decisions in a global organization committed to improving lives.

The position

As the Corporate Vice President for Portfolio Strategy, Forecasting & Valuations, you will:

• Drive portfolio strategy and management globally, working upstream with R&D (Research & Development) and Product supply organizations and downstream with operating units.
• Serve all therapeutic areas and assets, working cross-functionally with the entire value chain.
• Represent the team on governance bodies and steering committees, engaging with Senior Management at all levels.
• Develop and execute go-to-market strategies, ensuring smooth collaboration and progress in portfolio development, valuation, and prioritization.
• Utilize your expertise in quantitative and valuation functions to project cash flows, conduct sensitivity analyses, and communicate findings to non-technical stakeholders.
• Build and review robust, auditable financial models to support decision-making processes, including M&A and investments.
• Lead and inspire a direct team of 4 leaders and a total of approximately 30 people, fostering collaboration and innovation across functions and geographies.

Qualifications

We are looking for an Executive with the following qualifications:

• Minimum 15 years of broad value chain experience (commercial, leadership, development) within a large international pharmaceutical company, including significant experience in strategy and brand management. Experience in business development and alliances for products in various phases of development.
• Strong understanding of diverse therapeutic areas and of diverse markets, cultures, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure portfolio progress.
• Expertise in quantitative and valuation functions. Familiarity with pricing strategies, sales channel strategies, and new product development.
• Minimum 5-10 years of experience leading other leaders and at least 10 years of leadership experience in total. Experience heading teams and projects in a matrix organization.
• Proven experience in global functions with strong cross-functional involvement.
• Master’s degree in business, or science or equivalent combination of education and track record.

About the area of Portfolio Strategy, Forecasting & Valuations

The department operates at the intersection of strategy, forecasting, and valuations, serving all therapeutic areas and working cross-functionally with the entire value chain. The atmosphere is fast-paced and collaborative, with a shared commitment to driving portfolio progress and delivering value to Novo Nordisk and the patients we serve.

The role is based in Denmark, reporting to the Senior Vice President for Portfolio Strategy, Insights & Access (PSIA), Yiannis Mallis. You will lead a dynamic and talented team of approximately 30 people.

Working at Novo Nordisk

Every day we seek the solutions that defeat serious chronic diseases. To do this, we approach our work with an unconventional spirit, a rare determination and constant curiosity. For over 102 years this unordinary mindset has seen us build a company unlike any other. One where a collective passion for our purpose, mutual respect and a willingness to go beyond what we know delivers extraordinary results

Deadline

Please apply before 9th January 2026.

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. To ensure an efficient and fair recruitment process, please refrain from adding a photo in your CV.

Novo Nordisk is currently in the process of adjusting job titles globally. Please note that the job title listed in this advertisement may be subject to change. More detailed information will be provided during the recruitment process.

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

We’re not your typical healthcare company. In a modern world of quick fixes, we focus on solutions to defeat serious chronic diseases and promote long-term health. Our unordinary mindset is at the heart of everything we do. We seek out new ideas and put people first as we push the boundaries of science, make healthcare more accessible, and treat, prevent, and even cure diseases that affect millions of lives. Because it takes an unordinary approach to drive real, lasting change in health.