About the Department

　　At Novo Nordisk, we are helping to improve the quality of life for millions of people worldwide. For more than 100 years, we have led the way in diabetes care. Being part of Novo Nordisk allows our employees to embark on life-changing careers, and the opportunity to help improve the quality of life for millions of people around the world.

　　In NC, we operate three pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities that are responsible for fulfilling different steps in our injectable and oral treatment supply chains. Our newer Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API) facility in Clayton, NC sits on 825,000 square-feet of state-of-the-art equipment, and houses the Fermentation, Recovery and Purification in the production of ingredients for Novo Nordisk’s innovative oral products. At API, you’ll join a global network of manufacturing professionals who are passionate about what they do.

　　What we offer you:

　　Leading pay and annual performance bonus for all positions

　　All employees enjoy generous paid time off including 14 paid holidays

　　Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance – effective day one

　　Guaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match option

　　Family Focused Benefits including 12 weeks paid parental & 6 weeks paid family medical leave

　　Free access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical products

　　Tuition Assistance

　　Life & Disability Insurance

　　Employee Referral Awards

　　At Novo Nordisk, you will find opportunities, resources, and mentorship to help grow and build your career. Are you ready to realize your potential? Join Team Novo Nordisk and help us make what matters.

　　The Position

　　Manage all aspects of the Project/Project Team from conception through completion within scope, cost, quality, & schedule requirements.

　　Relationships

　　Senior Project Manager.

　　Essential Functions

　　Responsible for defining overall scope, establishing detailed RFP for obtaining proposals from all required consultants (engineering, construction, cost estimations (IPC costs), equipment vendors, etc.)

　　Ability to create detailed business case & present to Senior Management within NN & IPG for funding of project

　　Identifies & develops working relationships with customers at all levels (incl internal engineering, operations teams, and support functions

　　Responsible for establishing and maintaining standards and systems to successfully execute capital investment projects in line with NN project execution model (PEM). Manage major milestones, schedules & monthly cost plans

　　Provide periodic project status to STC including risks/mitigations, financial updates, short/long term project outlook, etc.

　　Responsible for managing project change control to ensure project remains within defined scope, budget & schedule

　　Extensive collaboration with other sites within NN to gain best practices

　　Responsible for adherence to mechanisms for monitoring project progress, intervention & problem solving with other line managers or personnel and ensuring effective cost management

　　Assist with any training required of personnel supporting the project

　　Ensure all facets of the project lifecycle align with expectations set forth by the STG &/or project owner, such as installation, troubleshooting, qualification & validation of equipment

　　Follow all safety & environmental requirements in the performance of duties

　　Other accountabilities, as assigned

　　Physical Requirements

　　May move equipment &/or supplies weighing up to 33 pounds within the facility using various body positions. May be required to be on your feet for up to a 12-hour shift. May require corrected vision to 20/20 or 20/25 based on role. May require color vision based on role. May require the ability to work in loud noise environments with hearing protections.

　　Qualifications

　　Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Economics, Business Administration, or a relevant field of study from an accredited university required

　　Advanced Project Management competencies obtained through relevant PM training or experience; (PMP, Green Belt or Black Belt Certifications) preferred

　　Minimum of nine (9) years of experience in proven project management skills in a manufacturing facility, including Capital Investment Projects and Change Management Projects required

　　Experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology environment preferred

　　Knowledgeable in core work processes & GMP concepts preferred

　　Understanding of complicated product documentation & standard operating procedures with attention to high-level concepts preferred

　　Demonstrates functional/business understanding as well as superior written & oral communication skills preferred

　　Extensive knowledge of project management including the ability to create work plans & detailed project schedules preferred

　　Proficient in problem solving, negotiation, conflict management & interpersonal skills preferred

　　Ability to act as project lead & lead cross functional project teams in the development & implementation of projects preferred

　　Ability to influence others on objectives & projects outcomes preferred

　　Basic understanding of contractual documents preferred

　　Ability to read/review design drawings (CAD) with a basic understanding of P&ID, HVAC & Electrical systems preferred

　　Thorough understanding of technical documents such as URS, SAT, FAT & Validation Protocols preferred

　　Proven project management experience with direct management of multiple projects simultaneously preferred

　　Proven expertise in mentoring/development, planning/organizing, managing execution & revising the work plan for complex problems preferred

　　Initiative & ability to function independently or within a team preferred

　　Good judgment in decision making as well as good leadership skills preferred

　　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.

　　Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.

　　If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.