Vice President API MSAT QC in CMC & Product Supply, Kalundborg (Denmark)
Role highlights
Full Time
Permanent
Lead
On-site
This senior leadership role requires extensive expertise in API manufacturing quality control within regulated pharmaceutical or biotech environments. The Vice President will lead a large, multi-disciplinary team of over 330 lab technicians and professionals, managing quality control operations to ensure full compliance with cGMP regulations and internal standards. A strong background in analytical science and process science is essential, particularly in scaling and optimizing Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) processes. The candidate must demonstrate proven leadership experience of at least 10 years, including managing leaders and geographically dispersed teams in a matrix organization. Core competencies include driving innovation and operational excellence through process improvements, cost reduction, and enhanced production scheduling. Experience with advanced technologies such as closed and continuous automation systems is highly valued. The role involves strategic planning aligned with global business objectives and active participation in high-level decision-making forums. An advanced degree (M.Sc. or Ph.D.) in Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, Process Science, or a related discipline is required, reflecting the technical rigor of the position. The ideal candidate will possess a strong ability to mentor and foster collaboration across cross-functional teams, promoting professional growth and a culture of quality. Familiarity with bridging clinical development and manufacturing, supporting analytical methods, and pioneering new technologies for continuous processes will be advantageous. This position is embedded within Novo Nordisk’s Product Supply organization, emphasizing a commitment to innovation, quality, and long-term health solutions in API manufacturing.
About the role
Role Summary
- Lead the newly created API MSAT Quality Control (QC) organisation at Novo Nordisk in Kalundborg, Denmark
- Oversee quality control for Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) manufacturing
- Drive innovation, operational excellence, and uncompromising API quality
- Centralise and streamline operations across four Director-led areas with 330 lab technicians and professionals
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage API quality control operations, ensuring compliance with internal standards, cGMP, and regulatory requirements
- Champion and implement process improvement initiatives to optimise manufacturing efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance production scheduling
- Develop and implement strategic priorities aligned with Novo Nordisk’s global objectives
- Drive adoption of advanced technologies, including closed and continuous automation systems
- Represent API quality control in strategic decision-making forums
- Lead and mentor large, cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration and professional growth
Requirements
- Minimum 10 years of leadership experience, including leading leaders, ideally within API manufacturing, biochemical production, or regulated pharmaceutical/biotech environments
- Deep expertise in cGMP regulations, quality control operations, and analytical science, especially in scaling and optimising API processes
- Proven ability to lead large, geographically dispersed teams in a matrix organisation
- Demonstrated success in driving innovation, process improvement, and technology adoption
- M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, Process Science, or related field
About the Organisation
- API MSAT is part of Novo Nordisk’s Product Supply organisation
- Bridges clinical development and manufacturing
- Supports manufacturing of APIs by:
- Developing and maintaining robust quality control and analysis for all marketed APIs
- Providing expert support to production in process and analytical methods
- Driving process optimisations to enhance capacity and efficiency
- Pioneering new technologies for closed and continuous processes
Working at Novo Nordisk
- Focused on defeating serious chronic diseases with an unconventional spirit and determination
- Over 100 years of building a unique company culture based on purpose, respect, and going beyond expectations
- Committed to inclusivity and equality of opportunity for all applicants
- Not a typical healthcare company—prioritises long-term health solutions and accessibility
How to Apply
- For more information, contact Executive Search Partner, Heidi Ashby at [email protected]
- Learn more at www.novonordisk.com/careers
- Apply by Sunday 11th of January
Note: Job title may be subject to change as part of a global adjustment process. More details will be provided during recruitment.
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