Project Manager II

About the Department Fill & Finish Expansions (FFEx) is responsible for all major expansion activities within aseptic production, solid dosage forms, finished products, fill & finish warehousing, and QC across all production areas in Product Supply. FFEx is a newly established and growing area with the responsibility to design, plan, and build all new aseptic filling capacity across Novo Nordisk to serve the needs of millions of patients. The area is anchored in Product Supply, Quality & IT, which globally employ approximately 20,000 of Novo Nordisk’s 50,000 employees. FFExpansions has a global approach, where you will be working with multiple sites and cultures across the world. 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 14 weeks paid parental and 6 weeks paid family medical leave Free access to Novo Nordisk‑marketed pharmaceutical products Tuition Assistance Life & Disability Insurance Employee Referral Awards The Position Manage multiple projects simultaneously, which include managing projects of all complexity levels across any business unit. Maintain projects within budget, on time, and within scope. Ensure all projects are staffed and executed according to the project plans and within budget, schedule, and scope. Relationships Reports to (Senior) Manager. Essential Functions Lead multi-disciplined project teams to complete projects on‑time, on‑budget, meeting all requirements (quality, cost, schedule, scope) Develop & execute assigned project plans in accordance with the scope, schedule, quality, impact & cost objectives Lead multi-disciplined project team(s), to include negotiating required staffing with LOB & assisting with required training of personnel supporting the project Develop project staffing plans, considering both internal & external (contingent/consultant) workers, needed to support projects, to include assembling the project team & manage tasks & time closely for external staff to ensure budget alignment Provide project cash flow projections to support Budget Cycles (AB, RE, LE) Refine business case with project owner/sponsor Establish & communicate quantifiable project benefits Manage, coordinate & direct contract resources, & internal resources Refine & clarify project scope through early project analysis with subject matter experts & owners to further substantiate project purpose Provide clear goals so that the project secures effective use of time & resources & builds employee motivation Develop bid packages, bid evaluation & drive vendor selection. Also work with procurement to create project specific contracts Accountable for financial project through purchase order creation, management, invoicing & cost forecasting Monitor & control project work with stringent follow‑up on quality, schedule & budget so that the project delivers the desired end‑product Monitor & report project progress to stakeholders & relevant department &/or site leadership Ensure the quality/content of steering group status & gate presentations Review, approve & endorse project related procurement (i.e. purchase orders & bid events) Support building, managing & improving Project Portfolio Management systems (PMO Tools) Ensure alignment with global programs & other site projects to actively share best practice, knowledge, & visions Ensure all facets of the program lifecycle align with expectations set forth by the STG &/or project owner Support project manager mentoring & onboarding Follow all safety & environmental requirements in the performance of duties Other accountabilities, as assigned Physical Requirements Ability to work in an open office environment with the possibility of frequent distraction. Ability to travel up to 10% of the time (percent may change on a case‑by‑case basis based on the role). Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or other Technical Science field of study from an accredited university required; or May consider an Associate’s degree in Engineering Technology or other Technical Science field of study from an accredited university with a minimum of seven (7) years of proven project management experience required; May consider a High School Diploma or GED with a minimum of nine (9) additional years’ experience of proven project management required Minimum of five (5) years of proven project management experience required, to include: Leading change management projects required Leading complex & major capital expenditure projects required Minimum of one (1) year of experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology environment preferred Advanced Project Management competencies obtained through relevant project management training or experience preferred Excellent writing & oral communication skills; presentation & facilitation skills; & negotiation & conflict resolution skills required Ability to work in both technical & non‑technical areas preferred Ability to use creativity to resolve problems that arise during project execution preferred Knowledgeable in GMP concepts preferred Knowledge of Lean principles & how they apply in a manufacturing environment preferred Understanding of product documentation & standard operating procedures is preferred Ability to create & manage work plans & detailed project schedules required Strong analytical/reasoning, organizational & multi‑tasking skills required Demonstrated ability to communicate with key stakeholders in a cross‑cultural environment & demonstrates superior written & oral communication skill required Develops & maintains strong internal & external relationship required Proficient in basic computer skills including experience with Microsoft Office required Ability to function independently, as well as execution of good judgement in decision making & strong leadership skills required Functions well in team environment is required Meets objectives demonstrating strong change management skills required Proven project management experience with direct management of multiple projects simultaneously required Proven expertise in planning/organizing, managing execution & revising the work plan for cross functional project teams preferred Ability to utilize critical thinking in problem solving required Practice and demonstrate Novo Nordisk behaviors and value (Novo Nordisk Way) and is seen as a role model in the department and across the organization preferred Equal Opportunity Statement At Novo Nordisk, we are 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr