Associate Manager - New Products in API Production Facility

Do you want to lead a dynamic team driving the successful implementation of new API pharmaceutical products in a cutting-edge production facility? Do you have what it takes to drive innovation, optimize processes, and develop a high-performing team in a fast-paced pharmaceutical production setting? Are you an experienced leader, who is ready for this challenge? Join us—apply today!

The Position 

Imagine checking your calendar for today’s work: your day starts with a mix of board meetings, following up with your team, and overseeing current production. The rest of the morning is spent checking in on employees handling critical tasks, ensuring they have the support they need. Later, you participate in a New Product Project meeting, where you get an overview of the status of the next campaign for a new product. You know there have been challenges with timelines and resources, particularly in key automation tasks. 

In the afternoon, you have a  1:1 meeting  with an employee to discuss their  Individual Development Plan , review the  DV flow board , and set aside time to align with the  automation team lead  on a time-sensitive task for the upcoming campaign. Before heading home, you wrap up with a final meeting on  updating the production plan  for the next three months. 

Does this sound like an exciting day to you?  If so, you should apply for the position of  Associate Manager  for the  New Product Team  at our  API (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient) production facility in Hillerød . 

You will lead a team of  eight professionals  focused on implementing new products in our current facilities. Their work includes  process tech transfer , documentation, reporting, regulatory filings, and inspections. The team consists of  six process supporters  (three in upstream processing and three in purification) and  two Tech Transfer Leads , who coordinate projects internally and externally across the organization. 

As  Associate Manager , you will play a key role in ensuring the  successful execution of production campaigns , coordinating across teams, managing daily operations, and developing your team to navigate an agile environment. 

Key Responsibilities   

- Oversee and manage tasks within the team, prioritizing as needed. 

- Ensure the team is united toward common goals and collaborates effectively with other production teams. 

- Foster a strong  can-do attitude  while maintaining high-quality standards. 

- Drive strategic direction to benefit both present and future operations. 

- Act as a  role model for compliance , embedding it into daily work. 

- Inspire and support the team in  optimizing systems and procedures . 

- Develop a deep understanding of processes, tasks, and team strengths to address challenges effectively. 

- Set team objectives and take responsibility for delivering results. 

- Manage strong stakeholder relationships across the organization. 

Qualifications  

To succeed in this position, you should have: 

- A  Master's degree  in  Biotech, Engineering, or a related field  (preferred). 

- At least  3 years of leadership or project management experience . 

- Experience in  pharmaceutical production and/or development . 

- Familiarity with  GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) standards . 

- Knowledge of  upstream processing, recovery, or purification  (a plus). 

- Strong  communication skills  in both  Danish and English  (written and spoken). 

- The ability to collaborate effectively with multiple stakeholders. 

You should be able to  stay calm under pressure  and make decisions in a fast-paced environment where priorities may shift frequently. 

About the Department  

You will be part of a  business area that produces Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API)  for patients worldwide. Our mission is to support individuals living with  Hemophilia and other chronic diseases .  Our department consists of  four support teams , working closely with  three other production departments  and additional teams. We are on an exciting journey to expand our facility into a  multi-product site , staying true to our purpose of helping patients around the world.  We welcome talented individuals eager to grow with us—those who understand that  the work we do here directly impacts the lives of patients.   

Contact  

For further information, please contact  Senior Manager Christiane Wiendahl  at  +45 3079 4862 . 

Deadline

February 9th

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.