Project Manager II - Warehouse/Intralogistics
Employer
Novo Nordisk
Location
Clayton, NC
Start date
Mar 24, 2026
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Job Details About the Department You will be joining Fill & Finish Expansions (FFEx), which 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. The area is anchored in Product Supply, Quality & IT, which globally employ approx. 20,000 of Novo Nordisk's 50,000 employees. 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. We do it by rethinking our production facilities with the use of modern technology, as we are setting the standards for the aseptic production of the future. Facilities designed today which we will still be proud of 20 years from now. FF Expansions 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 & 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 This position will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day capital projects. The scope of projects related can range from scoping of equipment, design, install & qualification planning to a more complex facility modification or even construction. Incumbent will be responsible for ensuring project schedule, scope & budget are adhered to according to approved project plan. This role will also be responsible for generating business cases related to project & presenting to local & global management structures to attain funding & approvals. Relationships Reports to Director/Senior Project Manager - Site Capacity Upfit. Essential Functions Lead / manage the execution of capital projects according to company policies & proceduresCreates detailed business case & present to senior management within NNWork with outside design firms to bring projects (equipment &/or building) from conceptual design phase to executionMaintains effective communication & ensure alignment in coordination with multiple project teamsManage major milestones, schedules & monthly cost plans through Clarity PEM processResponsible for stakeholder management & communications to management, project team & other involved unitsAssist with any training required of personnel supporting the projectCoaching & mentoring of project teamResponsible for managing project change control process to ensure project remains within defined scope, budget & scheduleTracking of project performance, metrics & KPI'sAssist with any training required of personnel supporting the projectFollow all safety & environmental requirements in the performance of dutiesOther accountabilities, as assigned Physical Requirements 0-10% overnight travel required. Ability 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.) Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related technical field or equivalent combination of experience & education requiredAdvanced Project Management competencies obtained through relevant PM training or experience preferredMinimum five (5) years of engineering experience in facility infrastructure as well as manufacturing experience in a pharmaceutical environment preferredMinimum five (5) years of proven project / portfolio management skills with major capital projects preferredAbility to read/review design drawings (CAD) with a basic understanding of P&ID, HVAC, & electrical systems preferredUnderstanding of complicated product documentation & standard operating procedures with attention to high-level concepts preferredWorking knowledge/experience of building & utility equipment preferredDemonstrates functional/business understanding preferredDemonstrates superior written & oral communication skills preferredExtensive knowledge of project management preferredDevelops & maintains strong internal relationships preferredProficiency at problem solving, negotiation, conflict management, & interpersonal skills preferredDemonstrates leadership skills; can act as project lead & lead cross functional project teams in the development & implementation of projects preferredHas the ability to influence others on objectives & projects outcomes preferredBasic understanding of contractual documents & ability to create work plans & detailed project schedules preferredProven project management experience with direct management of multiple projects simultaneously preferredProven expertise in mentoring/development, planning/organizing, managing execution, & revising the work plan for complex problems solved by cross functional teams preferredInitiative, ability to function independently preferredGood judgment in decision making as well as very good leadership skills preferredFunctions well in team environment preferred We 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. 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. Company Novo Nordisk is a leading global healthcare company, founded in 1923 and headquartered in Denmark. Our purpose is to drive change to defeat diabetes and other serious chronic diseases such as obesity and rare blood and endocrine disorders. We do so by pioneering scientific breakthroughs, expanding access to our medicines, and working to prevent and ultimately cure disease. Novo Nordisk employs about 54,400 people in 80 countries and markets its products in around 170 countries. For more information visit novonordisk. Our US Research & Development hub, located in the Greater Boston area, brings together the best talent to drive life science innovation. Located in Lexington, Watertown and Cambridge, our teams reflect the full scope of R D, from early research through late-stage clinical development. We are building for the future by creating a distinct R D community based on collaboration, partnerships, and cutting-edge research across multiple modalities and therapeutic areas. We recognize that improving human health starts here and that patients rely on us. By combining the speed and agility of biotech with the quality, resources, and stability of a large pharmaceutical company, our US R D hub will benefit from the best of both worlds to develop new medicines that meet the needs of patients. CONNECT Company info
