CMO Operations Manager — Clinical Supplies & Supply Chain

Cari; København; Hybrid; DKK 570,000 - 838,000; Full time

Job summary

Novo Nordisk in Målev, Denmark, is seeking a CMO Operation Manager Professional to oversee packaging and distribution of clinical supplies via CMOs. You will manage day-to-day operations, coordinate clinical trial setups, monitor CAPAs, and drive supplier performance within a global supply chain framework.

The role requires GMP knowledge, experience with ERP systems, and strong analytical and stakeholder management skills, with collaboration across Quality Assurance, CMC Development, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Life Sciences, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, clinical supply, supply chain operations, or CMO management.
• Working knowledge of GMP and Investigational Medicinal Product (IMP) regulations, including EU and FDA requirements.
• Experience with deviation management, CAPA follow-up, and quality compliance activities.
• Experience working with ERP systems, document management systems, and supply chain planning tools.
• Strong analytical, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to proactively identify and mitigate operational risks.

Responsibilities

• Managing day-to-day CMO operations, including batch tracking, release coordination, schedule adherence, and execution monitoring.
• Coordinating clinical trial setup activities within assigned scope, including non-standard trial allocations and assessment of operational requirements and constraints.
• Monitoring deviations, CAPAs, and quality-related activities, ensuring timely resolution and escalation of risks when required.
• Leading operational governance forums, including operational reviews, tactical meetings, and business review meetings with suppliers.
• Driving supplier performance management and contributing to supplier qualification, evaluation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintaining accurate system data, reviewing operational documentation and change controls, and supporting risk reviews through KPI monitoring and supply chain insights.

Skills

GMP knowledge

IMP regulations

ERP systems

Deviation management

CAPA follow-up

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Pharmacy

Tools

Document management systems

SC planning tools

Job description

Novo Nordisk in Målev, Denmark, is seeking a CMO Operation Manager Professional to oversee packaging and distribution of clinical supplies via CMOs. You will manage day-to-day operations, coordinate clinical trial setups, monitor CAPAs, and drive supplier performance within a global supply chain framework.

The role requires GMP knowledge, experience with ERP systems, and strong analytical and stakeholder management skills, with collaboration across Quality Assurance, CMC Development, and