Global Cold Chain Leader - Digital Transformation & Compliance

Novo Nordisk; Taastrup; On-site; DKK 743,000 - 1,092,000; Full time

Job summary

Novo Nordisk in Denmark seeks a Cold Chain Specialist to lead global cold chain strategy, drive digital transformation, and ensure GDP/GxP compliant temperature-controlled logistics across an international supply network.

You will partner with Quality, Logistics, Digital, Procurement, and external providers to establish standards, governance, and scalable solutions that improve resilience and patient safety worldwide.

Qualifications

• Strategic thinking and ability to influence across global cold chain operations.
• Experience driving global cross-functional initiatives and engaging stakeholders at all levels.
• Expertise in GDP/GxP environments including audits, inspections, validation, and vendor qualification.
• Experience in pharmaceutical cold chain logistics and temperature-controlled supply chains.
• Interest in digital transformation, monitoring technologies, and data-driven supply chain solutions.
• Risk-based management, CAPA, deviation handling and performance optimisation.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management in an international context.

Responsibilities

• Define and evolve global cold chain strategy and technology roadmap.
• Lead digital transformation across cold chain, including real-time monitoring platforms.
• Establish global standards for cold chain systems, data management, and validation.
• Drive temperature excursion prevention and risk mitigation with CAPA-driven improvements.
• Support inspections, audits, and regulatory interactions demonstrating GDP/GxP compliance.
• Act as Product Owner for key cold chain digital solutions and prioritise roadmaps.
• Serve as System & Data Owner Delegate ensuring compliant lifecycle management.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Technical expertise

Stakeholder management

Pharma cold chain knowledge

Digital transformation

Agile delivery

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Master's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, or related technical discipline

Job description

Novo Nordisk in Denmark seeks a Cold Chain Specialist to lead global cold chain strategy, drive digital transformation, and ensure GDP/GxP compliant temperature-controlled logistics across an international supply network.

You will partner with Quality, Logistics, Digital, Procurement, and external providers to establish standards, governance, and scalable solutions that improve resilience and patient safety worldwide.