Project Manager II
Novo Nordisk
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Clayton • North Carolina • United States
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About the role
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously, which include managing projects of all complexity levels across any business unit.
- Within budget, on time, and within scope.
- Ensure all projects are staffed & executed according to the project plans and within budget, schedule, & scope.
- 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
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or other Technical Science field of study from an accredited university required;
- 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
Benefits
- 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
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
project managementchange managementcapital expenditure projectsGMP conceptsLean principleswork plansproject schedulesanalytical skillsproblem solvingbudget management
Soft Skills
communication skillspresentation skillsnegotiation skillsconflict resolutionorganizational skillsmulti-tasking skillsrelationship buildingleadership skillscreativityteam collaboration
Certifications
Bachelor's degree in EngineeringBachelor's degree in Technical ScienceAssociate's degree in Engineering TechnologyProject Management trainingProject Management Professional (PMP) certification (implied)Lean certification (implied)GMP certification (implied)Six Sigma certification (implied)Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) (implied)Agile certification (implied)