Global Project Manager - Assembly Performance

Are you motivated to lead influential projects in Finished Product Manufacturing (FPM) within the Assembly processes? Do you want to work alongside stakeholders from around the globe? Are you seeking a thrilling chance to coordinate a global network and manage key projects related to device components to create Global Solutions? Do you thrive in a fast-paced production environment where collaboration is key? 

We are looking for a Project Manager to join our newly established team in the Global FP Assembly Performance area at Novo Nordisk to support our Finished Production sites and improve the overall stream of plastic and metal components, If you are ready to make a difference and drive results across areas, then read on and apply today for a life-changing career. 

The Position  
As a Project Manager in Finished Production Performance Assembly, you will head a global network and primarily focus on leading projects related to improving the overall process stream of different components which are then assembled in our final assembly lines around the world (Flex Touch devices and Flex Pen devices) 

In this position, you’ll manage global projects across several areas and countries with different complexity levels. Moreover, you will lead and facilitate meetings across areas and sites to bring the right stakeholders and experts together to define the way to improve our processes.

These projects demand extensive stakeholder involvement and a thorough understanding of their impact on our production lines. 

You will work in close collaboration with Device Component Manufacturing (DCM), Device Manufacturing Development (DMD) and Injectable Finished Product (IFP) sites located in Europe, North and South America, and Asia and you will be responsible for strengthening the network, project execution, project governance and stakeholder management. 

You will succeed with this by being curious, open-minded, and striving for opportunities to improve the processes.

Your main responsibilities will include: 
Lead and coordinate the global network of people representing the different areas of manufacturing and assembling components 
Handle projects within FPM Engineering, develop solid project plans, identify required resources, and manage the project team effectively
Participate in cross-functional project governance meetings, provide timely progress reports, and address issues and challenges
Identify key stakeholders, proactively engage them, and communicate project progress and performance to all relevant organizational levels
Initiate and support business improvement opportunities, identify cost-saving potentials, and streamline processes for better efficiency
Identify future FP initiatives and drive development projects to ensure ongoing organizational growth and improvement

We offer you a diverse and flexible workplace and a lot of development opportunities in a company where you will feel that you will make a difference every day. Furthermore, since it is a global position with responsibility over Europe, North America, South America, and Asia, travel is required up to 30 days a year, with possibilities for STA. 

The workplace is based in Denmark and we are open to locations at our IFP production sites. 

Qualifications 
Personality and drive are keywords. You are positive, independent, energetic, and flexible. You see solutions instead of problems and you have the ability to facilitate conflicting interests and strong personalities. 

You have a professional and personal impact that is reflected in your desire to make a true difference. Last but not least, you are a team player with a great ability to collaborate across cultural geographic and professional boundaries. 

The ideal candidate will have: 
A MSc degree in engineering or a similar field or Project Management
At least 5 years of experience within production environment
Experience within a GxP-regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment
Experience as a Engineer/ Project Manager/ Manager in a global environment and for production-related projects, with experience in cLEAN® Supply System and Six Sigma
Professional proficiency in English both written and verbal

About the Department 
You will become part of the FPM Global Performance area of around 15 colleagues working together to support and optimize processes across all global sites. Our primary responsibility is to drive performance in FPM on all assembly and packaging lines to ensure best practices. We are part of a newly established CVP area called FPM Engineering where we are committed to bringing value to our patients. We do so by supporting all sites with process standardization, ramp-up excellence, and technological leadership enabling NovoNordisk to serve significantly more patients in need of our products. 

We are a diverse department with people from different nationalities and backgrounds.