Training Partner I

Novo Nordisk A/S; Powhatan (NC); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Novo Nordisk seeks a Training Specialist to support NNPILP programs, design and deliver content, and evaluate effectiveness across functions. You’ll help maintain standards and drive operational training improvements while coaching trainers and aligning with GMP guidelines.

Travel up to 10% may be required, contributing to a robust employee development strategy. This role sits within the P&O team, focused on transforming business strategy into actionable workforce programs and ensuring

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, education or related field from an accredited university required with a minimum of two (2) years of relevant training experience in a regulated industry required.
• In lieu of a bachelor's degree with two (2) years of experience may consider an Associate’s degree with required experience.
• In lieu of bachelor’s with two years, may consider a High School Diploma with six years of training experience.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation and application of training programs across functional areas.
• Help maintain local training efforts to ensure consistency with established standards.
• Lead or participate in training development workshops and align with business lines to resolve issues.
• Provide guidance on training standards and promote knowledge sharing.
• Assist in training and coaching trainers to sustain a strong training system.
• Apply training principles to evaluate effectiveness and assess methods.
• Support continuous improvement and participate in internal audits when necessary.
• Facilitate courses on operational training tools and assess system utilization.

Skills

Instruction design

Training delivery

Needs analysis

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Coaching

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Associate's degree in HR or related field

High School Diploma + experience

Tools

ISOtrain

Job description

Imagine being a part of a team committed to helping people defeat diabetes and other serious chronic conditions. Here at Novo Nordisk, we seek out opportunities to contribute to healthier communities and better lives for all people. And, that’s what you’ll gain by joining Novo Nordisk’s People & Organization team. Our P&O team is passionate about their purpose – enabling business success the Novo Nordisk Way by turning the Company’s business strategy into an actionable workforce strategy. A strategy which captures the entire employee life-cycle. At Novo Nordisk, you will join an inclusive team of diverse talent and benefit from a range of possibilities for professional and personal development. Are you ready?

The Position

Support the implementation and application of NNPILP training programs and standards by assisting with the design, delivery, and evaluation of training content across functional areas. Help maintain and improve local training efforts to ensure consistency with established standards and contribute to operational effectiveness.

Relationships

Reports to Senior Manager.

Essential Functions

• Provide support to the identification, structure and assignment of just-in-time
• Support the execution of training initiatives
• Set priorities based on training needs, ensuring training milestones are met by reviewing records and identifying gaps
• Lead or participate in training development workshops, aligning with business lines to resolve key issues effectively
• Provide guidance on Global and NNPILP training standards, enhancing communication with the line of business
• Foster a network of local training supporters to promote knowledge sharing and improve the training system
• Assist in training and coaching trainers to ensure they provide effective support for their departments while sustaining a strong training system
• Apply training principles to evaluate effectiveness, conduct needs analyses and assess suitable training methods
• Support continuous improvement in training activities and methods while participating in internal audits when necessary
• Facilitate courses on operational training tools and perform assessments on training system utilization
• Follow all safety & environmental requirements in the performance of duties
• Other duties 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 human resources, education or related field from an accredited university required with a minimum of two (2) years of relevant training experience in a regulated industry required, preferably in a GMP-regulated manufacturing environment preferred
• In lieu of a bachelor's degree with two (2) years of experience may consider an Associate’s degree in Human Resources, Education or a related field of study from an accredited university required with a minimum of four (4) years of relevant training experience in a regulated industry required, preferably in a GMP-regulated manufacturing environment preferred
• In lieu of a bachelor’s degree with two (2) years of experience, may consider a High School Diploma or equivalent with a minimum of six (6) years of relevant training experience in a regulated industry required, preferably in a GMP-regulated manufacturing environment preferred
• General understanding of cLEAN methodologies and continuous improvement initiatives preferred
• Experience in designing, implementing and evaluating training programs to support employee development and organizational goals preferred
• Computer literacy required with ability to demonstrate knowledge/skillset of a moderate complexity level using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint & Excel required
• Experience in coaching, mentoring and leading engagement training sessions and workshops preferred
• Ability to organize, coordinate, multi-task, prioritize, track all assigned training events and to work in an orderly and methodical manner preferred
• Ability to design, format & generate intelligible, accurate & timely reports preferred
• Experience using ISOtrain or other Learning Management Systems preferred
• Ability to read, write & understand complicated products, equipment & OEM documentation & standard operating procedures with great attention to detail preferred

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.

If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.