Department – Commercial, GBS
Are you passionate about driving successful product launches? Do you have a knack for commercial strategy and cross-functional collaboration? We are looking for a Launch Planning and Operations Partner to join our dynamic team at Novo Nordisk. If you are ready to make a significant impact, read on and apply today for a life-changing career.
The position
The Global Launch Manager is responsible for coordinating launch planning activities and ensuring launch readiness across the RareD portfolio. Additionally, this role oversees the execution of rollouts and leads strategic and process optimization projects within this area. Developing and executing launch plans for new and matured brands in global markets, aligned with RareD business objectives and act as a launch lead for mature brands, in alignment with the launch process defined by GLO and GBS. Collaborate with the global cross-functional launching team to ensure this alignment and act as the central point of contact between global, regional, and strategic markets for launch pre-requisites related queries.
Partnering with Launch Directors in identification of key markets and prioritizing launch sequencing based on key business consideration and supporting Launch Directors in monitoring launch readiness as per define scope of responsibilities for specific brands
Launch excellence Application (LEA) where to develop and manage rollout plans and maintain internal NN launch management systems
Brand portals to partnered in developing launch-specific portals with launch leads and customize and update portal content
Launch funding where collate and present funding proposals from the markets and prepare a comprehensive launch budget overview per request of Launch Director and review monthly budget allocation
Launch and CE Directors (RareD Zurich office) with whom they should work seamlessly for the respective brands, PS Launch office (Copenhagen) and Regions & Affiliates.
Qualifications
Education: Master’s Degree (preferably in management discipline); Undergraduate degree in Pharma, Science/Biotechnology, or Engineering.
Experience: 6-7 years in the Pharma industry; consulting experience is a plus.
Strong project management experience on commercial end.
Technical skills: Proficiency in PowerPoint & Excel.
Ensure high-quality project management and manage tasks with minimal supervision.
Experience with pre-launch commercial activities, will be given preference.
About the department
The Commercial, Global Business Services (GBS) unit is responsible for driving deliverables for multiple Corporate Vice President (CVP) areas within Commercial & Corporate Affairs, including Insulin, GLP-1 and Obesity Marketing, Market Access, Commercial Planning, and Commercial Operations. The unit also supports BioPharma global marketing for Haemophilia and growth disorders. With a fast-paced and dynamic atmosphere, the GBS unit offers a collaborative and supportive work environment where you can make a difference in driving the success of our business.
Working at Novo Nordisk
Novo Nordisk is a leading global healthcare company with a 100-year legacy of driving change to defeat serious chronic diseases. Building on our strong legacy within diabetes, we are growing massively and expanding our commitment, reaching millions around the world and impacting more than 40 million patient lives daily. All of this has made us one of the 20 most valuable companies in the world by market cap. Our success relies on the joint potential and collaboration of our more than 63,000 employees around the world.
Contact
To submit your application, please upload your CV online (click on Apply and follow the instructions).
Deadline
31st March 2025.
Disclaimer
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