IT Operations Leader for Global Pharmaceutical Company

1 month ago


Kalundborg, Kalundborg Kommune, Denmark Novo Nordisk AS Full time
Head of API Site IT Operations

We are seeking an experienced IT leader to join our team as the Head of API Site IT Operations at Novo Nordisk A/S.

About the Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the seamless operation of our IT systems, driving operational excellence across sites, and overseeing API IT systems to ensure high levels of compliance and Life Cycle Management (LCM).

About the Team

You will join a highly skilled and dynamic team dedicated to supporting Novo Nordisk's API Production and securing products to our patients. Our department DD&IT PS API is based in Denmark and the US.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop a robust and agile delivery organisation to ensure operational excellence on the shopfloor and across sites.
  • Drive the IT security agenda across API, ensuring secure systems and solid processes.
  • Oversee API IT systems, ensuring high levels of compliance and Life Cycle Management (LCM).
  • Manage IT departments, including people, cost, and business processes.
  • Establish effective problem-solving, 24/7 support models, and management escalation.
  • Drive continuous improvement through LEAN management systems and technology implementation.
Requirements:
  1. A bachelor's or master's degree or equivalent in engineering or business and economics, with +5 years' professional experience as an IT leader or in project/programme management.
  2. Demonstrated managerial skills, good leadership abilities, and thoroughly practised negotiation skills.
  3. Broad network, organisational understanding, and ability to establish cross-organisational collaboration.
  4. Proactive stakeholder management at a senior level, with extensive technical knowledge and experience within the area.
  5. Elaborate pharma business understanding, experience working with senior management teams in PS or similar, and advanced analytical skills for analysing complex business issues.
  6. Broad knowledge within IT and automation systems within the pharmaceutical industry, experience with LEAN management and tools.
  7. Exceptional communication skills are required, and proficiency in Danish would be a plus.
About Us

Novo Nordisk is a global healthcare company headquartered in Denmark. For almost 100 years, we have been driving change to defeat diabetes and other serious chronic diseases. We are proud of that.

We employ more than 50,000 bright and diverse minds in 80 offices worldwide. With us, your bright mind and commitment help us change the lives of people worldwide.

We offer a competitive salary, benefits package, and opportunities for career growth and development.

Estimated Salary: €120,000 - €150,000 per year.



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