Are you fueled by a passion for IT/OT systems, computerized equipment, and laboratory systems, and are intrigued by the prospect of supporting process development, QC, and production environment, while overcoming challenges? Do you picture yourself collaborating with highly skilled colleagues, all contributing to an exciting roadmap that lies ahead? And do you like to work in a global environment with up to 20 travel days yearly?

If this resonated with you, we are thrilled to welcome you aboard our ambitious journey in Finished Product Manufacturing and Technology IT (FPMSAT IT). Don’t hesitate – submit your application today!

The position

As IT System Manager, your role is to ensure the efficient and stable operation of one or more IT systems and laboratory equipment and associated infrastructure that support our QC, laboratory, and production area. You communicate and collaborate closely with diverse colleagues both within the line of business, department, and our central IT organization to ensure compliance with Novo Nordisk’s requirements and health authorities’ regulations. The role also comprises project and.

Some of your tasks encompass:

• Implement, validate, and operate IT systems and computerized equipment for QC and laboratory departments globally, including configuration management and system documentation.
• Lead projects for system planning, design, implementation, factory acceptance testing, and validation of laboratory systems in collaboration with users and suppliers.
• Manage IT security by applying hotfixes, patches, anti-malware measures, and ensuring continuity through backups, recovery processes, and system life cycle management.
• Troubleshoot and maintain IT systems, including virtual environments, Windows servers, databases, and network infrastructure, while ensuring performance monitoring.
• Ensure compliance through testing, annual user reviews, and managing configuration and system upgrades in alignment with global standards.

Qualifications

To succeed in this role, we imagine you preferably:

• Hold a bachelor’s or master’s degree in IT, electronic engineering, or a related discipline
• A minimum of 2-5 years of hands-on experience in IT System Management in a controlled and regulated sector
• Bring expertise in IT and/or automation and server and infrastructure operations such as patching, performance monitoring, and network knowledge
• Show proficiency in both spoken and written English
• Have project management skills/experience and have planned and executed implementation of IT systems and can act as liaison between IT and Line of Business

We operate under Good Manufacturing Practices (GxP) and require you to embrace a proactive and systematic approach. Our expectation is that you plan your tasks, take charge of your goals, and go beyond the ordinary with a can-do attitude and exceptional drive. Moreover, you fuel your work with a natural curiosity for emerging technologies and continuous improvement. And inspire those around you by spreading positive energy and enthusiasm whilst communicating effectively, establishing trusting relationships with your team and stakeholders.

About the department

Finished Product Manufacturing Science and Technology (FPMSAT) is responsible for the manufacturing development of all devices and packaging related processes at Novo Nordisk. We are an end-to-end corporate organization developing products for high volume production, establishing control strategy of the product, developing, and implementing the production equipment at the production sites all over the world, and developing innovative and digital solutions to our processes.

Finished Product Manufacturing (FPM) is a part of Novo Nordisk Product Supply, a global production network at the forefront of technology and quality production of pharmaceutical products. At FPM, we not only manufacture all finished products for people living with serious chronic diseases, we also use our competencies to drive technology leadership and improve standards across our core technologies to support the growing efforts into completely new production platforms and therapy areas for Novo Nordisk. Our global network consists of around 6,000 colleagues across ten countries. Here, we are responsible for the manufacturing of all finished products, including devices, needles, assembly, and packaging. As more and more people need our products, we support Novo Nordisk's initiatives in new therapy areas. Every day, we strive to streamline and expand our capacity through process innovation, automation, and the introduction of new technology.

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

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Manager, Jens Antonsen, at jat@novonordisk.com or +45 30 79 26 76.

Deadline

1st February 2025.

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. To ensure an efficient and fair recruitment process, please refrain from adding a photo in your resume.

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

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.