Manager, Project Management Office Manufacturing Processes at Novo Nordisk

About the Department 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 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 Product Supply Aseptic Manufacturing (PS AM) facility in Clayton NC is a 457000 square foot aseptic fill and finish site that is responsible for producing innovative injectable diabetes and obesity treatments. At PS AM youll 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 positionsAll employees enjoy generous paid time off including 14 paid holidaysHealth Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance effective day oneGuaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match optionFamily Focused Benefits including 14weeks paid parental & 6 weeks paid family medical leaveFree access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical productsTuition AssistanceLife & Disability InsuranceEmployee Referral AwardsAt 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 PositionDirect and coordinate the activities of the Manufacturing Processes Team at the Project Management Office (PMO) to support the project lifecycle at Novo Nordisk which meet or exceed business regulatory and customer requirements in accordance with the Novo Nordisk Way. This includes providing direction coaching and overseeing the management and supervision of team members internal and external such as project managers project analyst shutdown manager validation and project engineers.RelationshipsReports to Director.Essential FunctionsSupport capacity projects and drive key investment portfolio projects in Aseptic Manufacturing and Finished ProductionDrive continuous improvement of standards policies procedures and controls within the project execution processEnsure capability of aseptic manufacturing & finished production processes projects to meet project goals and users requirementsImplement and monitor cost controls in compliance with budget and regulatory requirementsOversee internal and external project services and management requiring risk-based decision-making to meet business needsManage executive stakeholder management and facilitate quick decision-making and resolutionCoordinate documentation between PM3 and stakeholders for the director area roadmapActively manage local and global stakeholders on key project delivery activitiesOversee the PMO manufacturing process teams operation development and training and ensure continuous process improvement and policy development within the area of responsibilityFollow all safety and environmental requirements in the performance of dutiesOther accountabilities as assignedPhysical RequirementsAbility 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.)Development Of PeopleSupervisory. Ensure that reporting personnel have individual development plans (IDP) with annual goals and measurements that are consistent with the priorities of the business and that interim reviews are held so that their work is focused on those priorities and they understand their level of accountability for results and the measurement process. Ensure that the IDP forms include completed learning and aspiration plans and are in place for all reporting personnel to enable the achievement of goals and capability to assume increased levels of responsibility. Manage the application and communication of all Novo Nordisk policies procedures and Novo Nordisk Way.QualificationsBachelors degree in science engineering or business from an accredited university requiredMA/MS in science engineering or business preferredMinimum of seven (7) years of project management/consultancy requiredMinimum of three (3) years of leadership experience requiredMinimum of seven (7) years of experience in manufacturing engineering or quality required preferably in a pharmaceutical or other regulated industryKnowledgeable in systems within pharmaceutical industries to include parenteral drug production preferredKnowledgeable in the effective management required when working in complex organizations & in managing contractors to achieve project goals preferredKnowledgeable in the following: Aseptic Formulation and Manufacturing; High-speed automated process lines (filling and/or inspection); Sterilization Processes preferredKnowledgeable in the following areas: high-speed automated systems assembly or packaging preferredKnowledge of large CAPEX projects with focus on PMI/Novo Nordisk project management governance an advantage preferredExcellent verbal & written communication skills preferredProven expertise in mentoring/development change management planning/organizing managing execution preferredRevising the work plan for complex problems solved by cross functional teams preferredWe commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.Were not your typical healthcare 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.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-. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.Required Experience:Manager Key Skills Lean Manufacturing,Six Sigma,Continuous Improvement,ISO 9001,Lean Six Sigma,Management Experience,Manufacturing & Controls,5S,Manufacturing Management,Kaizen,Chemistry,Manufacturing Employment Type : Contract Experience: years Vacancy: 1