It’s not unusual to push the boundaries of drug development, but in this role you’ll push the boundaries of IT System Management and Administration too. 

 
Your new role  

We are looking for an experienced System Manager to cover systems on our complex Information and Operational Technology (IT/OT) landscape for a state of the art greenfield manufacturing facility located in Kalundborg, called M3. As a System Manager, you will play a crucial role in operating and maintaining IT systems used in API (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient) manufacturing. In this position you will ensure that the implementation, testing, and validation of the IT/OT Systems and interfaces meets all compliance and regulatory requirements during the project and once in operations. You will work closely with your colleagues in the M3 IT, Automation, and Robotics team and the engineering partner on the project, NNE. You will balance the practical nature of working with various IT/OT Systems with the quality mindset required when working with GMP systems.  
 
Day-to-day your tasks will include: 

 

Systematically maintaining documentation to ensure compliance with internal and external regulatory frameworks. 

Performing reviews and driving life cycle management to ensure the smooth operation of IT systems. 

Support the M3 project activities and administration related to IT/OT Systems and interfaces. 

Running small projects to ensure that our cross-site IT system meet production and external requirements. 

Managing the expectations of customers, system owners, end-users, quality assurance personnel, and other key stakeholders. 

Collaborating with vendors to ensure deliverables and services are by agreements. 

 

Your new department 

In CMC & Product Supply, we cover the full value chain from drug and device development to marketed  Novo Nordisk products. We are more than 30,000 colleagues across the globe with the shared responsibility of scaling molecules, processes, devices, and products, dedicated to supplying life-saving medicines to the patients who need them most. 

 

The IT and Automation Department is made up diverse team made up of individuals with a variety of nationalities and professional experiences. The team atmosphere is very inclusive and the team members support each other in getting acclimated to Novo Nordisk and life in Kalundborg. You will find the team inviting and collaborative in finding solutions and supporting each other’s tasks. Due to the fast pace of project life, our team is very dynamic and is able to shift priorities in order to support project milestones. 

 

Your skills and qualifications 
To succeed in this position, we expect that you: 

Have a bachelor’s degree in IT, Information Science, a similar field, relevant experience. 

Have 3+ years of relevant experience in IT system administration or in IT system management 

Have experience in some for the following: risk management, user access management, change and release management, archiving and retention, and periodic system evaluation (PSE). 

Have knowledge of and experience in the life science industry, and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) is an added advantage. 

Are fluent in English, both written and spoken is a requirement. 

 

As a person, you have a structured approach to challenges. You enjoy working with documentation and possess a quality mindset. You like to collaborate with stakeholders of different professions, and your communication and interpersonal skills are exceptional. 
 
Working at Novo Nordisk 

Every day we seek the solutions that defeat serious chronic diseases. To do this, we approach our work with an unconventional spirit, a rare determination and a constant curiosity. For over 100 years this unordinary mindset has seen us build a company unlike any other. One where a collective passion for our purpose, mutual respect and a willingness to go beyond what we know delivers extraordinary results. 

What we offer 

There is, of course, more on offer here than the uniqueness of our culture and the extraordinary results we produce. Being part of a global healthcare company means opportunities to learn and develop are all around us, while our benefits are designed with your career and life stage in mind. 

More information 
For further information, please contact Integration Project Manager, Fanourios Iliopoulos, at +45 34 44 84 58. 

Deadline 
17 August 2025 
 
You do not need to attach a cover letter to your application, but please include a few sentences about why you are applying in your resume or CV. To ensure an efficient and fair recruitment process, please refrain from adding a photo in your CV. Please send your CV in English. 
 
 

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants. 

 

We’re not your typical healthcare company. In a modern world of quick fixes, we focus on solutions to defeat serious chronic diseases and promote long-term health. Our unordinary mindset is at the heart of everything we do. We seek out new ideas and put people first as we push the boundaries of science, make healthcare more accessible, and treat, prevent, and even cure diseases that affect millions of lives. Because it takes an unordinary approach to drive real, lasting change in health.