Project Coordinator - Rare Disease Strategic Projects

Novo Nordisk India Pvt Ltd; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Novo Nordisk India Pvt Ltd in Bengaluru is seeking a Project Coordinator II in the Rare Disease, Product & Portfolio Strategy team. You will shape strategic initiatives across a global function, coordinating planning, execution and stakeholder management to deliver measurable impact for patients.

You will support budgets, payments, procurement, vendor onboarding and cross‑country coordination with Zurich, requiring fluency in English, a Master’s degree, and 3–5 years of experience.

Qualifications

• A Master's or Management degree (or equivalent).
• 3-5 years of experience in project coordination, project management, business operations or a related function within a global organisation.
• Fluency in written and spoken English (a must).
• Strong stakeholder relationship management skills to align diverse interests.
• Core project management capabilities for medium-complexity assignments.
• Diplomatic and collaborative communication across cultures, practices and regions.
• Personal leadership with an outcomes-driven mindset; able to handle changes and ad hoc tasks.
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate project activities, develop and maintain project plans, track timelines and key metrics.
• Manage project budgets, maintain financial trackers, support forecasting and cost control.
• Process invoices, support contract and procurement administration, approvals and payments.
• Support vendor engagement, onboarding and financial reconciliations per policy.
• Provide administrative support through meeting coordination and documentation management.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and drive operational efficiency.
• Act as a support partner for vacation cover and ad hoc tasks for Zurich counterpart.

Skills

Project coordination

Stakeholder management

Budget tracking

Vendor engagement

Cross-cultural collaboration

Communication

Leadership

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Project coordinator 2 Team: Rare Disease, Product & Portfolio Strategy (RareD P&PS GBS) Organization: Novo Nordisk Global Business Services (GBS) India Bangalore

Shape how strategic projects come to life across a global function – and see your coordination skills drive real impact for patients with rare diseases.

Your new role As a Project Coordinator in the Rare Disease (RareD) department of P&PS GBS, you will be re-sponsible for the timely planning and execution of Commercial Excellence, Strategic Planning, Rare Blood Disorders (RBD) Commercial and Corporate Affairs projects initiated by the RareD team in Zurich. You will operate at the intersection of strategy, operations and stakeholder management – turning complex initiatives into clear plans and measurable outcomes.

Day-to-day, your tasks will be to:

• Coordinate project activities, develop and maintain project plans, track timelines and key metrics, and provide regular status reporting to ensure successful delivery of strategic initiatives.
• Manage project budgets, maintain financial trackers, support forecasting and cost control activities, and coordinate budget planning cycles by consolidating inputs and monitoring variances.
• Process invoices, support contract and procurement administration, obtain approvals, track payment status, and ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures.
• Support vendor engagement, sourcing activities, vendor onboarding and financial reconciliations, ensuring alignment with corporate policies and governance requirements.
• Provide administrative support through meeting coordination, documentation management, report preparation, communication facilitation, and maintenance of project records.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, enhance operational efficiency, and support digital transformation initiatives across the function.
• Act as a key support partner by providing vacation cover and handling ad hoc administrative tasks for a counterpart based in Zurich.

Your new department

In Product & Portfolio Strategy GBS we drive commercial strategy, medical affairs and business development across all therapy areas. We act as a connector and compass, guiding the new Novo Nordisk portfolio for sustained competitiveness upstream, and maximising portfolio potential through successful commercial strategies and competitive launches downstream. You will join a team where your ability to coordinate across cultures, functions and geographies directly contributes to the delivery of projects with cross-functional impact – working closely with colleagues in Zurich and across the broader organisation.

Your skills & qualifications

• A Master's or Management degree (or equivalent)
• 3-5 years of experience in project coordination, project management, business operations or a related function within a global organisation.
• Fluency in written and spoken English (a must)
• Strong stakeholder relationship management skills with the ability to convince others with mutual or sometimes divergent interests to accept new concepts, practices and approaches
• Core project management capabilities, including the ability to manage medium-complexity assignments that often lack precedence
• A diplomatic and collaborative communication style, combined with the ability to work across cultures, practices and procedures in different countries or regions
• Personal leadership and an outcomes-driven mindset, with the confidence to handle constant changes, ad hoc developments and unexpected problems effectively and promptly
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Working at Novo Nordisk

Every day we seek the solutions that defeat serious chronic diseases. To do this, we approach our work with determination, constant curiosity and a commitment to finding better ways forward. For over 100 years, this dedication has driven us to build a company focused on lasting change for long-term health. One where diverse thinking, shared purpose and mutual respect come together to create extraordinary results. When you join us, you're not just starting a job – you're becoming part of a story that spans generations.

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.

Deadline

30th August 2026. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis.

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

At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes – we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and preventing diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger – a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.

Experience Level Mid Level