Channel Programs Lead — Activation & Partnerships

Novo Nordisk; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Novo Nordisk in Sydney is seeking a Channel Programs Manager to translate channel strategy into practical delivery across pharmacy and emerging healthcare channels in Oceania. You will coordinate priority programs from Joint Business Partner Plans to launch readiness and partner onboarding, with governance and clear ownership to drive sustainable growth.

You’ll work with Strategic Channels & Partnerships, Marketing, Sales and Medical teams to ensure timely activation and cross-functional

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Commerce, Marketing, Health Sciences, Project Management or a related discipline.
• Experience in project management, product management or marketing, channel activation or cross-functional delivery.
• Key account management or sales experience will be highly regarded.
• Experience in healthcare, pharmaceuticals, pharmacy, digital health or partnerships will be highly regarded.
• Strong planning and organisational skills, with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Confident stakeholder management and clear communication with external partners.
• Strong problem-solving skills, commercial acumen and adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Translate strategic decisions into actions with owners, timelines and deliverables.
• Create integrated activation plans across pharmacy and healthcare channels.
• Operationalise new channel opportunities, pilots and partner onboarding.
• Coordinate multiple initiatives using project plans and roadmaps.
• Track progress, identify dependencies and mitigate risks early.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams and external partners for alignment.
• Establish governance tools, meeting rhythms and reporting processes.
• Capture learnings and drive scalable improvements.

Skills

Project management

Marketing

Channel activation

Cross-functional delivery

Key account management

Healthcare/pharma knowledge

Stakeholder management

Communication

Problem solving

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Commerce/Marketing/Health Sciences/PM

Project management training or certification

Job description

Novo Nordisk in Sydney is seeking a Channel Programs Manager to translate channel strategy into practical delivery across pharmacy and emerging healthcare channels in Oceania. You will coordinate priority programs from Joint Business Partner Plans to launch readiness and partner onboarding, with governance and clear ownership to drive sustainable growth.

You’ll work with Strategic Channels & Partnerships, Marketing, Sales and Medical teams to ensure timely activation and cross-functional