Associate Manager

Novo Nordisk Global Business Services ( GBS) India  

Department Supply Chain Management

Are you passionate about optimising production processesDo you have the skills to balance customer demand with production resourcesWe are looking for a Master Production Schedule Associate Manager to join our team and lead the planning and scheduling efforts at Novo Nordisk. If you are ready to make a difference in a dynamic environment, read more and apply today for a life-changing career.

About the department 

You will be a part of the Supply Chain Management department, which plays a crucial role in ensuring that our products reach customers efficiently and effectively. Our team is dedicated to maintaining high standards of quality, minimising wastage, and optimising inventory levels. Located at our headquarters, the department is a dynamic and fast-paced environment where collaboration and innovation are highly valued. With a team of dedicated professionals, we work together to achieve our production goals and meet the demands of our customers.

The position 

As an Associate Manager in the Master Production Schedule team, you will:

Oversee all steps involved in getting products from suppliers to customers. Manage the procurement of goods and services for various business processes. Plan finished goods demand inventory to achieve targeted quality, wastage, and inventory levels. Control the movement, storage, and inventory of materials, finished goods, tools, and packaging materials. Ensure finished goods are supplied according to regulatory approvals.

Establish a materials plan that aligns with the company's production goals and forecasted demand. Maintain accurate records of inventory levels and locations, including regular stock-taking and managing inventory levels to meet company objectives.

- Realise plans of quantities to be produced by SKU and master plan (excluding line-scheduling).
- Adjust the master schedule as needed to accommodate changes in customer demand or production constraints.
- Generate regular reports on order status, production progress, and inventory levels.
- Continuously strive to improve the efficiency of the scheduling process.
- Lead the planning and scheduling team in a way which creates clear career paths for colleagues within both the business and provides development opportunities through training, support, and mentoring.

Qualifications 

To be successful in this role, you should have:

- Masters/Bachelors in a relevant field such as Engineering, Computer Science, Technology, or Business Administration with 10+ years of operational and strategic experience working with supply chain and offshoring, preferably in a large international company.
- Expertise in planning and scheduling activities of a complex manufacturing operation.
- Understanding of manufacturing activities including people, process, materials, and assets.
- Leadership skills, business acumen, and ability to lead, manage teams.
- Experience of embedding cultural change and driving continuous improvement.
- Decision making and delegation skills & suitable experience in planning and scheduling.
- Ability to drive for results and focused on delivery, with good attention to detail and able to prioritise the team/tasks.
- Aptitude to create and drive strategies, creating clarity out of complexity and address route causes.
- Executive-level communication and influencing skills with the ability to resolve issues and build consensus.
- Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability in leading collaborative groups with the ability to provide clear and concise feedback.