Training Partner II (Durham, NC, US)

Biopharma Careers; North Carolina; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Novo Nordisk is seeking a Training Manager in the US (NC) to drive adoption of training programs, design and deliver cross-functional content, and align with business objectives. The role emphasizes continuous improvement, coaching, and ensuring quality training systems across the site.

You will partner with managers and SMEs to implement interventions, lead training plans, and contribute to training structure while maintaining safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Education or related field with 4+ years of training in a regulated industry.
• Experience applying cLEAN methodologies to improve operations and training effectiveness.
• Proven ability to design, implement and evaluate training programs aligned with business goals.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional training initiatives and standardize development through Training for Competency (TFC).
• Assess training needs, set priorities and manage milestones.
• Schedule and coordinate training events with managers and SMEs.
• Develop interventions for technical, leadership and personal development.
• Coach trainers to ensure robust support and quality training systems.
• Coordinate training delivery and promote Best Practices across the site.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and monitor KPIs; participate in audits as needed.
• Follow Novo Nordisk Way and 10 Essentials in all activities.
• Lead training development workshops locally or globally.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental requirements.

Skills

Training design

Coaching

LMS/ISOtrain

Lean / continuous improvement

Instructional delivery

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR, Education or related field

Associate's degree with 6 years of experience

High School Diploma with 8 years of experience

Tools

ISOtrain

Job description

About the Department

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

Drive the implementation and adoption of NNPILP training programs and standards by designing, delivering and evaluating cross-functional training content. Ensure alignment with business objectives and operational targets while continuously improving and maintaining the local training program in accordance with established training standards.

Relationships

Reports to Senior Manager.

Essential Functions

• Lead initiatives and align training approaches across the business to include supporting standardized development through Training for Competency (TFC) initiatives


• Assess training needs, set priorities and execute actions to meet program milestones


• Implement training schedules for employees, establishing review dates aligned with their roles


• Partner with managers and area subject matter experts (SMEs) to develop interventions for technical, leadership and personal development, to include reporting out training plan and project status to other stakeholders (QA, production shift management, established training workshop teams, etc)


• Lead the execution of training plans, contributing to the site's training structure


• Train and coach trainers to ensure robust support within departments and maintain quality training systems


• Conduct and coordinate training, promoting a culture of shared Best Practices across the site


• Apply training principles to evaluate effectiveness, conduct needs analyses and improve methods continually


• Establish and monitor training KPIs to track progress while participating in internal audits as needed


• Perform all duties ethically and compliantly, incorporating the Novo Nordisk Way and 10 Essentials in every interaction


• Lead or participate in training development workshops locally or globally


• Follow all safety & environmental requirements in the performance of duties


• Other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements

0-10% overnight travel required. 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 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


• In lieu of a bachelor's degree with four (4) years' experience, may consider an Associate's degree in human resources, Education, or related field of study from an accredited university required with a minimum of six (6) years of relevant training experience in a regulated industry required, preferably in a GMP-regulated manufacturing environment


• In lieu of a bachelor's degree with four (4) years' experience, may consider a High School Diploma or equivalent with a minimum of eight (8) years of relevant training experience in a regulated industry required, preferably in a GMP-regulated manufacturing environment


• Ability to demonstrate proficiency in applying cLEAN methodologies and driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness required


• Demonstrated experience in instructional design, to include implementing and evaluating training programs to support employee development and organizational goals required


• Proven ability to coach, mentor and lead engaging training sessions and workshops required


• Ability to organize, coordinate and track multiple tasks and events and to work in an orderly and methodical manner required


• Working knowledge and background with ISOtrain or other Learning Management Systems 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.