Business Operations Manager, Household Care, Europe

Novonesis; Lyngby; On-site; DKK 800,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Novonesis is seeking a Business Operations Manager to lead global operations coordination and financial analytics for a major strategic partner. You will drive forecasting, budgeting, and contract management while collaborating with procurement, logistics, and senior leadership.

The role requires a degree in a related field, 3+ years of relevant experience, and strong English communication; Excel, PowerPoint, and Salesforce experience are valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in business, finance, economics, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in Business Operations, Finance, or related commercial roles with measurable results.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; Salesforce knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and oversee all business operations related to the customer account and build relationships with procurement and logistics counterparts.
• Own and drive financial processes, forecasting, and demand planning; provide insights to senior leadership on account developments and market trends.
• Identify and propose solutions that optimize value across supply, operations, and product portfolio management.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain and PMT stakeholders to improve business performance.
• Follow up on payments, credit notes, and rebate administration; manage contracts, pricing structures, and product portfolios.
• Operate in a complex stakeholder environment with senior leaders and customer contacts.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Supply chain

Excel

PowerPoint

Salesforce

Education

Bachelor/Master in Business/Finance/Economics

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Interested in a career that matters?

Are you ready to make a difference and driven by a passion for sales and operational excellence? If so, then you might be our new Business Operations Manager.

What if you could work for a cause, not just a company?
Novonesis is the global market leader in biological solutions. Together with our customers, partners and the global community, we use our innovative thinking and passion for science to boost industries and make everyday products more sustainable for the good of the planet. As the world’s leading provider of industrial enzymes and microorganisms, our biosolutions enable higher agricultural yields, low-temperature washing, energy-efficient production, renewable fuel and many, many other biological solutions that the world can benefit from today and in the future.

The Role & Your Impact

As a Business Operations Manager in Novonesis’ Household Care business, you will be responsible for helping manage- and grow one of our global strategic partnerships. Our team is focused on managing- and growing one of Novonesis largest partners and driving the global innovation agenda with the account. As a result, you will have a direct impact on a key performance driver of Novonesis in this team.

You will be responsible for global operations coordination- and optimization, financial analysis and reporting to senior leadership, forecasting and budgeting, and supporting business development activities with product establishments and price-setting. In addition, you will play a key role in supporting negotiations of major contracts and managing implementation and operating global agreement terms. You will operate in a complex stakeholder environment with supply planning, customer service, finance, senior leaders and key contacts on the customer side.

The person holding this role needs to be exceptionally structured, able to manage many tasks at once, have great analytical skills and be highly diligent in living up to deadlines and high-quality standards for deliverables; internal as well as external.

You will be part of a dynamic team of commercial- and technical colleagues; all motivated by driving maximum impact of biosolutions in the industry via our strategic partner.

Key responsibilities include

• Maintain and oversee all business operations related to the customer account. Build and nurture strong relationships with procurement and logistics counterparts at the customer organization.
• Own and drive financial processes, forecasting activities, and demand planning, incl. providing insights into leadership regarding account developments, market trends, competitive dynamics, and industry developments.
• Identify and propose new solutions that optimize value across supply, operations, and product portfolio management.
• Collaborate closely with Supply Chain and PMT stakeholders to improve business performance.
• Follow up on payment overdues, credit note handling, and rebate administration.
• Manage contracts, pricing structures, supply agreements, product portfolios, and price lists.

What You’ll Need to Be Success

• A higher degree (BSc or MSc) enabling you to deliver on the role requirements; could be in supply chain, finance, engineering, economics
• 3+ years of relevant experience in either Business Operations, Finance, or relevant commercial roles with tangible results
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English
• Proven track record of strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail
• Excellent skills working with Microsoft Office (particularly Excel and PowerPoint)
• Salesforce knowledge is an advantage

Additional Skills & Interests We Value

• Have background in operations, supply chain or finance; coupled with a customer centric mindset
• Are a high-performing and ambitious individual who is looking to grow in a global organization
• Are a quick learner with sharp analytical abilities combined with effective communication skills
• Are a great team player who is energized by working in a fast-paced environment

What We Offer

At Novonesis, you will join an industry-leading company committed to using biology to help solve some of the world’s biggest challenges. You will become part of a collaborative, international environment where innovation, learning, and development are encouraged every day.

This position offers a unique opportunity to work closely with senior leaders, global stakeholders, and one of Novonesis’ most important strategic partners. You will have significant visibility across the organization and the opportunity to influence key commercial and operational decisions while developing your career in a global business environment

Ways of Working

This role is based at Novonesis headquarters in Lyngby, Denmark. This role requires close collaboration with colleagues and stakeholders across multiple functions and geographies and is suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced, international environment. You will balance strategic and operational priorities and should be comfortable managing several business-critical activities simultaneously while maintaining a structured and proactive approach. Occasional travel may be required to support customer engagements, business reviews, and cross-functional collaboration.

Relevant Information

Application deadline: 18 October 2026

Our purpose guides the way

In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity’s biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It’s how we’ve gotten so far. And it’s how we’ll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless. If our purpose resonates with you, we encourage you to apply.

Opportunities for everyone

We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equal opportunity for all applicants. Therefore we ask you to apply without a cover letter or photo and instead include a few sentences in your CV explaining your motivation for applying.

We make all employment decisions based on business needs and welcome candidates with a wide range of backgrounds, including ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.