Process Manager, Primary Packaging Development

Do you strive to make a difference in patients’ lives? Do you want to take the lead in shaping the next process level for Development of Primary Packaging also known as Container Closure systems, ensuring the needed improvements within our processes to stay ahead process wise? Are you motivated to work with process and change management? Can you inspire people to commit to new ways of working? 

If so, you might be the new Process Manager, Container Closure we are looking for in Devices and Delivery Solutions.

The position
As a Process Manger you will ensure that our processes are simple, stable, compliant, continuously improved, and meet the future needs of our company. You oversee process performance and compliance, and drive process improvement activities. 

The container closure development process guides the department on how to develop new primary packaging systems for Oral and injectable delivery systems and supports the engineering activities from early innovation until submission for launch, it also interfaces to life cycle management activities in other areas of the process landscape. The processes reach across many different areas of Novo Nordisk as well as external collaborators, so aligning with stakeholders and ensuring their input is key.
 
Your day-to-day responsibilities will be focused on:
•    Understanding and addressing the needs of users involved in the process, including container closure and primary packaging engineers, as well as various internal and external stakeholders.
•    Sparring with engineers on process topics relevant for daily project execution
•    Collaborating with other process managers in interfacing processes as well as area process owners
•    Draw up existing process landscape and dependencies through interviewing stakeholders.
•    Setting the strategic direction for the process improvements in alignment with the management team
•    Identify process GAPs, develop a prioritized plan to address these gaps, and collaborate on process improvements within the department. 
•    Oversee and ensure focus on the process improvement portfolio.
•    Drive process improvements in alignment with business needs and regulatory expectations (e.g., in procedures, guidance, templates, and as representative in cross-organizational improvement initiatives)
•    Hosting and participating in process groups and present the process during audits

Qualifications
To succeed in this role, you should have:
•    A master’s degree and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in drug and or medical device development
•    A solid understanding of drug GMP and advantageous design control 
•    A continuous improvement process mindset and drive for improving and leading the change.
•    Experience in container closure development as part of drug product or combination product development will be considered an advantage.
•    High flexibility, as tasks vary, and project priorities may change.
•    Excellent communication and presentation skills in both spoken and written English

Personal characteristic:
We are seeking a motivated individual with strong interpersonal skills who can connect effectively with process experts and users. The candidate should be able to achieve success collaboratively, take initiative when required, and manage conflicts efficiently.

The preferred work location is in the office to stay close to process users and stakeholders.

Additionally, the candidate should have project management skills and be capable of working independently in dynamic environments. 

The ideal candidate demonstrates excellence in stakeholder management, effectively motivates team performance, and exhibits strong technical leadership skills.

About the Department
Devices and Delivery Solutions (DDS) consists of more than 400 colleagues who work dedicatedly to design and develop innovative delivery solutions, digital health products, and digital therapeutic solutions for our patients.  
You will refer to the director and be a part of the leadership team, come join our Primary Packaging Development department consisting of approx. 40 skilled employees, in the roles of project managers, development engineers and specialists. 
 
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 letting perfection standing in the way of good. 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.

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Contact
For further information, please contact Director of Primary Packaging Development, Torben Herslund +45 3079 0956 (available after 2. January)
 
Deadline
12 January 2025
 

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.