Supply Chain Engineer

Supply Chain EngineerFacility: Supply Chain Location: Clayton, NC, USAt Novo Nordisk, we want to make a difference. For more than 100 years, we have led the way in diabetes care. Being part of Novo Nordisk allows our employees to embark on 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 Product Supply Aseptic Manufacturing (PS AM) facility in Clayton, NC is a 457,000 square foot aseptic "fill and finish" site that is responsible for producing innovative, injectable diabetes and obesity treatments. At PS AM, 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 positionsAll employees enjoy generous paid time off including 14 paid holidaysHealth Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance – effective day oneGuaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match optionFamily Focused Benefits including 14 weeks paid parental & 6 weeks paid family medical leaveFree access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical productsTuition AssistanceLife & Disability InsuranceEmployee Referral AwardsAt 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 PositionThis strategic role combines aspects of both supply chain & process improvement. It is responsible for optimizing the NNPILP Supply Chain through data analysis, problem solving and execution of changes including technical improvement projects focused in Planning, Warehousing, Procurement & Shipping. This role will also serve as a technical expert and lead for Supply Chain for site various projects.RelationshipsReports to Manager, Supply Chain/Manager, Warehouse/Sr PM-Site Capacity.Essential FunctionsData analysis, problem solving and execution of changes in Planning, Warehousing, Procurement & ShippingExecute transformation program strategies and projects in collaboration with Supply Chain managementDefine key activities or improvement projects and propose the associated deadlines. Including the pre-requisites and interfaces with other projects or programsSecure decision making throughout the program to assure deadlines are metAdjust and update the programs according to the progress made on the established governance of the program to ensure: Sharing, monitoring and control of the programPropose risk mitigation actions and communicate and at different levels of the organizationMonitoring of the necessary resources needed for executionLeads continuous improvement projects, drive SPS to closure and identify any anomalies that have arisen and identify corrective actionsCarry out necessary investigations to optimize/ make operations more reliableProvide engineering design support for Supply Chain facility/equipment changes & additionsServe as the technical expert in Warehouse automationOversees operational training needs and performs training to ensure standards are metResponsible for investigation & solution of quality problems in department such as: unscheduled events, deviations, etcPhysical RequirementsAbility to work in an open office environment with the possibility of frequent distraction. Ability to travel up to 10% of the time (% can change on a case-by-case basis based on the role).QualificationsBachelor's Degree in Engineering or Supply Chain requiredMinimum 10 years of manufacturing, supply chain or logistics experience, preferably in a pharmaceutical environment preferredProject Management experience a plusProven experience using Lean/Six Sigma methodologies & achieving sustainable process improvements requiredDemonstrated experience in practical problem solving & process improvement methods requiredMinimum of five (5) years of experience in SAP or equivalent requiredExperience with robotics and automation a plusKnowledge of US, EU regulations & guidelines & application of GMP's a plusAbility to communicate technical information clearly in writing & presentations preferredExperience planning, organizing, managing execution, checking results & revising work plans preferredStrong communication skills across multiple organizational levels preferredWe commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants. At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes – we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and defeating diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger – a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today. 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.