Senior Manager - External Supply QA

• As a Senior Manager ES QA at Novo Nordisk, you will provide strategic development and operational responsibility for ES QA in India, expanding the ES QA India team
• You will also be entrusted with the below responsibilities:
• Strategic development and operational responsibility for ES QA India
• Be accountable for specific quality activities in ES QA India
• Be a member of ES QA Global and NNQ-GBS management teams
• Lead grandparent teams within ES QA India (being a leader of leaders)
• Manage the team and focus on talent development
• Control the budget and manage resources for the entire team, ensuring spends are aligned with overall company goals ensure occupational health and safety

Qualifications

• Bachelors/Masters degree (or equivalent) with experience in leadership, project management, organizational change, quality, or GxP Processes and a proven track record of excellent leadership
• 10+ years in pharma/healthcare, including 5+ years in leadership or people management roles
• Prior experience in hiring and building a team to support global processes is mandatory
• Prior experience in managing multiple suppliers or contracts manufacturers is desirable with experience in negotiation, collaboration, decision-making, and adaptable to time and situational demands
• Experience of working in a matrix setup with local and global managers will be an advantage
• A background in quality and/or quality processes in pharmaceutical manufacturing will be highly relevant
• Familiarity with QMS processes, drug development life cycle, sourcing, and GxP regulations is advantageous
• Clear, direct, and diplomatic communicator; fluent in English (verbal and written); adept at cross-functional and global interaction
• Proficient in handling complex issues, providing strategic advice, and influencing diverse international stakeholders
• Excellent at creating and delivering impactful presentations to various organizational levels