Logistics Manager - ES US HUB (Clayton, NC, US)

About the Department

At Novo Nordisk, we are helping to improve the quality of life for millions of people worldwide. 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 newer Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API) facility in Clayton, NC sits on 825,000 square-feet of state-of-the-art equipment, and houses the Fermentation, Recovery and Purification in the production of ingredients for Novo Nordisk’s innovative oral products.  At API, 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 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

Oversee supplier performance, cost control and capacity planning across multiple external warehouses. Drive strategic implementation of global logistics initiatives, ensuring process harmonization and cost optimization. Lead enhancement projects, manage stakeholder relationships and translate business insights into actionable improvements. Handle escalation management, providing scenario planning and recommendations to maintain operational flow.

Relationships

Reports to Associate Director.

Essential Functions

Own supplier relationships and accountability for external warehouse operations

Develop annual budgets, monitor monthly costs and report deviations to senior management

Lead supplier performance reviews and drive utilization improvements when constraints arise

Manage execution of complex change projects, including capacity extensions and compliance initiatives (GxP, legal requirements)

Lead tactical supplier management initiatives and ensure timely delivery of enhancements

Drive adoption of new ways of working, focusing on cost optimization and process harmonization across warehouses

Oversee outsourcing initiatives to Global Business Services (GBS) and clarify roles and responsibilities

Lead Data driven improvement initiatives

Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to capture business insights and translate them into cost and budget implications

Participate in regular stakeholder meetings and align warehouse operations with changing business needs

Review and update of Internal Agreements

Monitor operational flow and escalating capacity challenges to management

Prepare scenario analysis with pros, cons and cost implications, recommending optimal solutions

Entail the capability to independently tackle complex issues and make pivotal decisions, involving numerous stakeholders within Novo Nordisk

Demand a substantial level of self-reliance, excellent prioritization abilities and a dedicated focus on upholding high-quality standards

Follow all safety & environmental requirements in the performance of duties

Other duties, as assigned

Physical Requirements

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 Supply Chain Management, Economics, Engineering, Logistics or related field of study from an accredited university required and a minimum of four (4) years of logistics experience with external warehouses (3PLs) in a regulated environment required; preferably in a pharmaceutical or manufacturing environment

In lieu of BS Degree with four (4) years of experience, may consider an Associate Degree in Supply Chain Management, Economics, Engineering, Logistics or related field of study from an accredited college or university with a minimum of six (6) years of logistics experience with external warehouses (3PLs) in a regulated environment required; preferably in a pharmaceutical or manufacturing environment

Logistics Management experience preferred

Demonstrated good leadership skills required

Strong communication skills (both verbal and written) and strong stakeholder management required

Strong logistical, analytical, strategic thinking & problem-solving skills required

Demonstrated scenario planning experience required

Demonstrated strong quality mindset required

Ability to create & manage projects with a lean data-driven mindset required

Demonstrated collaboration across all levels of management teams required

Advanced logistics or transportation competencies obtained through relevant training or experience required

Intermediate knowledge of Lean/Six Sigma methodologies to achieve sustainable process improvements preferred

Excellent organizational skills & attention to detail required

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.

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