Associate Supply Chain Planner - SDF

Novo Nordisk; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leading pay and annual performance 1

14 paid holidays

Health Insurance

401K contribution 8% with companyMatch

Tuition Assistance

Life & Disability Insurance

Employee Referral Awards

Job summary

Novo Nordisk in Durham, NC is seeking a logistics and supply chain coordinator to optimize planning within the production area. You will review and refine operational plans, collaborate with suppliers and internal teams, and help ensure material availability for manufacturing.

This role offers competitive pay, generous PTO, health and other benefits from day one, and opportunities to advance in a global healthcare leader committed to Lean improvements and meaningful impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field is required.
• 1 year of experience in Supply Chain Management, production planning, material planning, supplier management or related field preferred.
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills; good presentation skills required.
• Computer skills including experience with Microsoft Excel & electronic material management systems preferred.
• Familiarity with SAP (APO & ECC) preferred.
• Proven process improvement & problem-solving skills preferred.
• Experience in LEAN manufacturing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review, challenge & ensure execution of operational planning in collaboration with planning functions.
• Proactively identify, analyse & respond to potential issues affecting raw material planning, production planning or supply chain overall.
• Collaborate closely with suppliers & internal stakeholders to optimize schedules & production plans.
• Support the planned shipment of finished products to external customers according to order dates or inventory policies.
• Ensure material availability to production through purchase planning, goods receipt, sampling and release flows.
• Monitor, analyse and report on Supply Chain KPI’s.
• Implement LEAN & flow in the plant, proactively, show a LEAN mindset.
• Follow all safety and environmental requirements in the performance of duties.
• Other accountabilities, as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Presentation skills

Process improvement

Problem solving

Lean manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Electronic material management systems

SAP APO ECC

Job description

About The Department

For more than 100 years, Novo Nordisk has been tackling the unmet medical needs of people living with serious chronic diseases, such as diabetes & obesity. Being part of Novo Nordisk allows our employees to embark on the opportunity to help improve the quality of life for millions of people around the world.

About The Department

For more than 100 years, Novo Nordisk has been tackling the unmet medical needs of people living with serious chronic diseases, such as diabetes & obesity. Being part of Novo Nordisk allows our employees to embark on the opportunity to help improve the quality of life for millions of people around the world.

In NC, we operate three pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities that are responsible for fulfilling different steps in our injectable and oral treatment supply chains. Our Emerging Technologies -Solid Dosage Forms US facility in Durham, NC is a 194,000 square foot tableting and packaging facility that supports the production of our innovative oral treatments for patients with type 2 diabetes. SDF maintains a curious and pioneering spirit, harmonious with our growing pipeline of new products and emerging technologies.

What We Offer You

• Leading pay and annual performance bonus for all positions
• All employees enjoy generous paid time off including 14 paid holidays
• Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance – effective day one
• Guaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match option
• Family Focused Benefits including 14 weeks paid parental & 6 weeks paid family medical leave
• Free access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical products
• Tuition Assistance
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Employee Referral Awards

At Novo Nordisk, you will find opportunities, resources, and mentorship to help grow and build your career. Are you ready to realize your potential? Join Team Novo Nordisk and help us make what matters.

The Position

Coordinate the logistic flows & ensure that the planning activities are optimal within the production area.

Relationships

Reports to Manager.

Essential Functions

• Review, challenge & ensure execution of operational planning in collaboration with planning functions
• Proactively identify, analyse & respond to potential issues affecting raw material planning, production planning or supply chain overall
• Collaborate closely with suppliers & internal stakeholders to optimize schedules & production plans
• Support the planned shipment of finished products to external customers according to order dates or inventory policies
• Ensure material availability to production through purchase planning, goods receipt, sampling and release flows
• Monitor, analyse and report on Supply Chain KPI’s
• Implement LEAN & flow in the plant, proactively, show a LEAN mindset
• Follow all safety and environmental requirements in the performance of duties
• Other accountabilities, as assigned

Physical Requirements

Ability to work in an open office environment with the possibility of frequent distraction. Ability to travel up to 10% of the time. (% can change on a case-by-case basis based on the role).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field from an accredited university is required
• One (1) year of experience in Supply Chain Management, production planning, material planning, supplier management or related field preferred
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills; good presentation skills required
• Computer skills including experience with Microsoft Excel & electronic material management systems preferred
• Familiarity with SAP (APO & ECC) preferred
• Proven process improvement & problem-solving skills preferred
• Experience in LEAN manufacturing a plus

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 defeating 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.

Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.