Procurement Project Manager

Do you have a strong passion for procurement & project management in a fast-paced environment? Do you like challenging the status quo and building effective relations with a large group of stakeholders? Are you ready to shape, drive and execute important procurement projects and initiatives across Product Supply Aseptic Manufacturing (PS AM), the largest SVP area in Novo Nordisk?

Then you could be our new Project Manager in PS AM Procurement.
 
Apply now for a life-changing career!

The position
As procurement project manager, you will be the driver for strategic projects in AM Procurement with an impact on the entire global network. The nature of the work in AM Procurement is very dynamic and you will be exposed to a lot of different challenges. You will work closely with procurement stakeholders both on AM production sites, with global procurement functions and other stakeholders to create business impact. 

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Drive sourcing – and procurement sub tracks in Brownfield integration sites (3 newly acquired sites), including organizational setup, operating model, escalation process, onboarding and training.
• Lead standardization projects in the AM procurement organization globally.
• Identify opportunities and lead initiatives to improve procurement performance. 
• Build and maintain relationships to be a trusted business partner in a challenging and dynamic environment with key stakeholders in both global procurement functions and on the eleven global factories in the PS AM network.

 
You are expected to empower the sites while at the same time ensure progression and sufficient resource allocation. Specifically, during the assignment, you will be contributing to the integration of procurement function in acquired IFP sites, ensure the organizational readiness and continuation of activities is secured.
 
This role is located in Bagsværd, Denmark, however limited travel based on a need can be expected.
 
Qualifications
To succeed in this role, you have: 

• A relevant master´s degree within a relevant field, e.g. Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Operations Management or similar.
• Have at least 5 years of professional experience in large business environment  (ideally in procurement, management consulting, business development, or a similar function).
• Training in Project Management or an International Certification in Project Management such as PMP certification along with knowledge of LEAN or Six Sigma is ideal. 
• Pharma industry experience or background is advantageous.
• Good to have experience in people management, direct or indirect.
• Possess strong business acumen, excellent communication, stakeholder management, change management, project management, and informal leadership skills.
• Approach tasks with a positive proactive attitude, great collaborative energy, consider multiple perspectives, and deliver high-quality results independently.
• Experience with senior stakeholder interaction and ability to transform input and opportunities into concrete actions.
• Professional proficiency in English.

 
You enjoy working together with others and have strong stakeholder- and presentation skills. You are good at simplifying complex topics for management decision making, prioritization based on business needs, persevering to achieve goals, and striving for high-quality outcomes.
 
About the department
PS AM Procurement is a part of PS AM Business Development & Support, located in the Bagsværd HQ, an international and high-performing area consisting of +60 people from approx. 20 different countries. PS AM Procurement is responsible for driving the strategic procurement agenda for the 11 AM production sites and other supporting AM functions. 
We value and prioritize teamwork with a high degree of individual accountability and flexibility. We take ownership of processes, projects and initiatives that serve our purpose and support our stakeholders. 
 
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.
 
Contact 
For further information please contact Procurement Manager; Lisa Dewulf (LDEF) at [email protected]

Deadline
26 March 2025
 
Please note that applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and we therefore encourage you to submit your application, including CV in English, at the earliest convenience. 

You do not need to attach a cover letter to your application, but please include a few sentences about why you are applying in your resume or CV. To ensure an efficient and fair recruitment process, please refrain from adding a photo in your CV.

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.