About the Department
At Novo Nordisk, we are helping to improve the quality of life for millions of people worldwide. 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 newer Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API) facility in Clayton, NC sits on 825,000 square-feet of state-of-the-art equipment, and houses the Fermentation, Recovery and Purification in the production of ingredients for Novo Nordisk’s innovative oral products. At API, 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 14 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
Primary responsibility is to provide project management services for new IT & Automation projects & processes. Scope of projects includes computer systems, facility, utility, equipment & processes associated with the production of API. Assist in managing the IT Automation roadmap (project portfolio).
Relationships
Coached by : Senior Manager, IT & Automation – API.
Essential Functions
Refine business case with project owner / sponsorEstablish & communicate quantifiable project benefitsRefine & clarify project scope through early project analysis with subject matter experts & owners to further substantiate project purposeProvide clear goals so the project secures effective use of time & resources & builds employee motivationDevelop time / resource estimates to complete projectsDevelop bid packages, bid evaluation & drive vendor selection. Also work with procurement to create project specific contractsResponsible for financial project accountability through purchase order creation, management, invoicing & cost forecastingMonitor & control project work with stringent follow-up on quality, schedule & budget so the project delivers the desired end-productManage, coordinate & direct contract / internal resourcesEnsure the right amount of resources & competences is allocated to the project & negotiate project resources with line of business (LoB) managementReport project performance to the relevant stakeholdersManage strategy development & implementation of change control, qualification & validation for projectArchive all key project & test documentation in compliance with good documentation practicesEnsure alignment with global programs & other site projects to actively share best practice, knowledge & visionsLeads project activities associated with projects of all sizesCreates master plans for projects that outline all required activities associated with the projectsDevelop timelines & resource estimates to complete projects. Requires no guidance & direction to complete these goals & needs no coaching or technical competencies for goal obtainment. Serves as a source of expertise in the group for projectsCompletes projects within schedule & budgetary constraints with allotted resourcesEnsures change control activities for systems & processes are validated & in compliance with FDA, EU & NN requirementsEnsures commissioning activities during projects reduce changes to systems / processes after being placed under formal change controlLeads cross functional teams to ensure all support systems (procedures, calibration, maintenance work orders, etc.) are in place for systems associated with projects & serves as a source of expertiseCompletes accurate & timely assessments associated with change control activitiesLeads change control efforts for process improvements & identifies opportunities for improvementsOther accountabilities, as assignedPhysical Requirements
Ability to work in an open office environment with the possibility of frequent distraction. Ability to travel up to 10% of the time. (% can change on a case-by-case basis based on the role.)
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineering / related field, or equivalent combination of education & experience requiredMinimum two (2) years of project management, project support or change management experience from GxP production (Pharmaceutical, Nuclear, or Military), with emphasis on IT & / or manufacturing automation requiredExcellent technical writing & oral communication skills & excellent presentation & facilitation skills preferredExpert knowledge in being a project team leader with excellent negotiation & conflict resolutions skills. Capable of establishing & communicating high standards & expectations for performance & holding team members accountable for results preferredAbility to interact with all levels of the organization preferredAbility to operate with a high level of autonomy & authority preferredStrong analytical / reasoning, organizational & multi-tasking skills preferredHigh level understanding of infrastructure services & manufacturing automation systems preferredExpert in cGMP documentation practice & understanding of change control processes preferredExpert understanding of validation / system development life cycle approach preferredBasic computer skills including experience in the use of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc preferredDemonstrated expertise in planning / organizing, managing execution, checking results, & revising the work plan for complex problems being resolved by cross functional teams preferredWe 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.
