Category Lead

The position

is based in Høje-Taastrup, and requires presence in Denmark. We are excited to welcome you and would encourage you to be prepared to relocate for this opportunity. Qualifications To succeed in this role, we imagine you: Hold a minimum of a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in supply chain, business, engineering, or a related field Bring prior experience in category management, procurement, or business development from an international organization or start-up within pharmaceuticals Demonstrate a proven track record of negotiating contracts and managing suppliers Possess strong communication and presentation skills, along with solid stakeholder management and networking skills Showcase fluency in both verbal and written English It would be considered as a strong advantage if you have experience working with CMOs or possess knowledge of aseptic production. On a personal level, you have a commercial and strategic mindset, with the ability to quickly understand complex business models and industry dynamics. You maintain a holistic view on the entire Category alongside your team members, while understanding its broader impact on the supply chain, all while staying engaged with the specifics of your projects. You proactively cultivate strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders. Lastly, you thrive working on your own while also actively sharing your expertise with the team and mentoring colleagues to help them succeed in their roles. About the department Global Strategic Outsourcing & Devices (GSOD) is the central sourcing unit in Novo Nordisk’s Product Supply division. Through collaboration with our international supplier networks, we ensure the availability of external supply needed to develop and produce products that help millions of people around the world living with chronic diseases. Joining our team, you will be surrounded by colleagues with different backgrounds and levels of experience, allowing you to continue your development within the sourcing domain. In GSOD, we invest significant resources in developing our employees through coaching, frequent feedback, formal training, and challenging responsibilities. You will join an international team with a diverse group of people who are self-driven, open-minded, and have a strong drive to show that despite us being good at what we do, we can be even better. Working at Novo Nordisk At Novo Nordisk, we don’t wait for change. We drive it. We’re a dynamic company in an even more dynamic industry, and we know that what got us to where we are today is not necessarily what will make us successful in the future. We embrace the spirit of experimentation, striving for excellence without fixating on perfection. We never shy away from opportunities to develop, we seize them. From research and development, through to manufacturing, marketing and sales – we’re all working to move the needle on patient care.