Associate Lead – Operations Excellence

Novo Nordisk

Associate Lead in Finance and Procurement driving digital transformation initiatives across global markets. Managing cross-functional projects with a focus on Generative AI and operational excellence.

Posted 7/20/2026full-timeBangalore • 🇮🇳 IndiaSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading digital transformation initiatives within finance operations, leveraging Generative AI tools and automation solutions to enhance Source-to-Pay processes. Proven ability to manage cross-functional projects, engage stakeholders, and deliver results on budget and timeline.

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Project ManagementDigital TransformationGenerative AI SolutionsMicrosoft Power AutomateData Analytics

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementGenerative AI DevelopmentVBA ProgrammingSQLPythonPower BITableauSAP AutomationRPAAdvanced Excel

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsStakeholder EngagementStrategic Storytelling

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Power AutomatePower AppsOpenAIClaudeCopilotAzure AI ServicesSAP Business Technology PlatformUiPath

Industry Keywords

Source-to-PayFinance OperationsOperational ExcellenceUser Acceptance TestingChange Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureCloudPythonRPASQLTableauVBA

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Leading end-to-end project management of cross-functional Procurement and Finance initiatives, ensuring delivery on budget, scope, and timeline
Driving digital transformation initiatives by identifying automation opportunities across Source-to-Pay (S2P) processes and implementing solutions using AI tool and techniques – like Claude, OpenAI, Copilot Power Automate, Power Apps, VBA, and SAP Automation
Designing, developing, and deploying Generative AI solutions to enhance operational efficiency, including intelligent document processing, automated reporting, and AI-assisted decision support
Building and maintaining Power Automate flows and Power Apps to digitize manual workflows, reduce cycle times, and improve data accuracy across procurement operations
Engaging with department leads and senior stakeholders across Procurement and Finance to scope, plan, track, and close operational excellence and digital transformation projects
Contributing as a core team member in designing future processes aligned with GBS strategy
Managing user acceptance testing (UAT) by assessing scenarios, identifying system flaws, and collaborating with testing teams, if any, to ensure agreed outcomes are achieved
Acting as the voice of GBS Operations during change management, representing standardization requests with affiliates and supporting post-go-live stabilization
Developing compelling project content and presentations for management, including executive level presentations, and strategic storytelling
Preparing and tracking project plans, maintaining alignment with GBS SDO and GPO teams, and defining the right KPIs and risk mitigation strategies
Staying current with emerging technologies and proactively proposing innovative digital solutions to enhance S2P processes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree from a recognized university in Business, Finance, Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent
10–15 years of experience in S2P or similar finance operations with technical expertise like MS Windows/XP, MS Office/Advanced Excel, MS Access, SQL, Python, Power BI, Tableau, RPA, VBA and AI solution development
Minimum 7+ years of project management experience with proven ability to resolve multiple dependencies across teams in different geographies
Excellent oral and written communication and editorial skills, with experience working directly with management teams
Proven experience in digital transformation and implementation projects within finance or S2P operations
Hands-on experience with Generative AI tools and platforms (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, Open-AI/ChatGPT API integration, Azure AI Services etc.) for process automation and intelligent solutions
Proficiency in Microsoft Power Automate – ability to design, build, and maintain automated workflows including cloud flows, desktop flows, and business process flows
Experience developing Power Apps (Canvas and Model-driven apps) for custom business ap-plications that digitize manual processes
Strong VBA programming skills for Excel automation, including macro development, data manipulation, and reporting automation
Experience with SAP Automation – including SAP GUI scripting, SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP), and integration with RPA tools (e.g., UiPath, Power Automate Desktop) for end-to-end process automation
Deep Understanding of AI/ML and ability to identify use cases where Generative AI can enhance operational efficiency and develop/code solutions as required
Experience with data analytics and visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Excel advanced analytics) to support data-driven decision making

Benefits

Comp & perks

health insurance
flexible working arrangements
professional development opportunities