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At Novo Nordisk, we want to make a difference. For more than 100 years, we have led the way in diabetes care. Being part of Novo Nordisk allows our employees to embark on life-changing careers, and the opportunity to help improve the quality of life for millions of people around the world.
In NC, we operate three pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities that are responsible for fulfilling different steps in our injectable and oral treatment supply chains. Our legacy Injectable Finished Products (IFP) facility in Clayton, NC is a 457,000 square foot aseptic "fill and finish" site that is responsible for producing innovative, injectable diabetes and obesity treatments. At IFP, you’ll join a global network of manufacturing professionals who are passionate about what they do.
What we offer you:
- Leading pay and annual performance bonus for all positions
- All employees enjoy generous paid time off including 14 paid holidays
- Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance – effective day one
- Guaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match option
- Family Focused Benefits including 12 weeks paid parental & 6 weeks paid family medical leave
- Free access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical products
- Tuition Assistance
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Employee Referral Awards
At Novo Nordisk, you will find opportunities, resources, and mentorship to help grow and build your career. Are you ready to realize your potential? Join Team Novo Nordisk and help us make what matters.
The Position
Execute assigned projects across any business unit within cost, quality, & schedule requirements. Coach & support PM1s & PM2s in planning & executing projects to ensure project success (i.e., on budget, on time, within scope). Partner with Line of Business to guide projects. Ensure projects are executed & staffed according to plan. Support Line of Business in developing project roadmap & area master plan. Indirect reporting of PMO staff with 1:1s, roadblock resolution, risk reporting, & overall first level of project guidance.
Relationships
Manager, Project Management Office.
Essential Functions
- Project Management:
- Lead multi-disciplined project teams to complete projects on-time, on-budget, meeting all requirements (quality, cost, schedule)
- Refine business case with project owner/sponsor
- Establish & communicate quantifiable project benefits
- Manage, coordinate & direct contract resources, & internal resources
- Refine & clarify project scope through early project analysis with subject matter experts & owners to further substantiate project purpose
- Provide clear goals so that the project secures effective use of time & resources & builds employee motivation
- Develop bid packages, bid evaluation & drive vendor selection. Also work with procurement to create project specific contracts
- Accountable for financial project through purchase order creation, management, invoicing & cost forecasting
- Monitor & control project work with stringent follow-up on quality, schedule & budget so that the project delivers the desired end-product
- Monitor & report project progress, communications to management & other stakeholders, & presentation in steering groups
- Indirect Reporting of PMO Staff:
- Primary communication & escalation path with PMO staff via 1:1, board meetings, etc
- Ensure the quality/content of steering group status & gate presentations
- Consult PMO manager on PM assignments & performance
- Process confirm use of the PMO tools & standards
- Review, approve, & endorse project related procurement (i.e. purchase orders & bid events)
Physical Requirements
Ability to work hours necessary to support production & /or project implementation windows. Ability to move throughout facility in the performance of duties in proximity of process equipment & areas. Ability to travel internationally, up to 10% of the time. Ability to work in an open office environment with the possibility of frequent distraction. Ability to work the hours necessary to support a 24/7 continuous manufacturing operation. Ability to adjust schedule to work with colleagues in other international time zones. Occasionally moves equipment &/or supplies weighing up to 33 pounds within the facility using various body positions. Constantly operates a computer & other office equipment using hands.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or other Technical Science field of study from an accredited university required
- May consider an Associate’s degree in Engineering Technology or other Technical Science field of study from an accredited university with an additional two years of proven project management experience required
- May consider a High School Diploma or GED with a minimum of four (4) additional years’ experience of proven project management required
- Minimum of eight (8) years of proven project management experience required, to include:
- Leading change management projects (process improvement, product transfer, IT/process automation
- Leading complex & major capital expenditure projects
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology environment required
- Advanced project management competencies obtained through relevant project management training or experience preferred
- Excellent writing & oral communication skills; presentation & facilitation skills; & negotiation & conflict resolution skills required
- Ability to work in both technical & non-technical areas preferred
- Ability to use creativity to resolve problems that arise during project execution preferred
- Knowledge of Lean principles & how they apply in a manufacturing environment preferred
- Understanding of product documentation & standard operating procedures preferred
- Ability to create & manage work plans & detailed project schedules required
- Strong analytical/reasoning, organizational & multi-tasking skills required
- Demonstrated ability to communicate with key stakeholders in a cross-cultural environment & demonstrates superior written & oral communication skill required
- Develops & maintains strong internal & external relationship required
- Proficient in basic computer skills including experience with Microsoft Office required
- Proven project management experience with direct management of multiple projects simultaneously required
- Proven expertise in mentoring/development, planning/organizing, managing execution & revising the work plan for complex problems solved by cross functional teams preferred
- Ability to function independently, as well as execution of good judgement in decision making & strong leadership skills required
- Functions well in team environment required
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.
Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.
If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
