Strategic Partnerships Manager

Job title: Strategic Partnerships Manager

Company: Novo Nordisk


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Accept ClosePress Tab to Move to Skip to Content LinkSearch by KeywordSearch by LocationLoading…CategorySelect how often (in days) to receive an alert:×Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:Strategic Partnerships ManagerCategory: Project Management & AgileLocation:Ørestad, Capital Region of Denmark, DKAre you passionate and driven by weaving strategic partnerships that spark growth and unfold new business opportunities? Do you have a proven track record in identifying, developing, and managing partnerships that deliver value that improves patient outcomes? Your expertise will help create pathways for collaboration that drive growth, and enhance our market presence.The role will be based in Copenhagen, Denmark and will report directly to the Senior Director Commercial Innovation.The PositionAs a Strategic Partnerships Manager, you will be responsible for identifying trends and opportunities for strategic partnerships. In addition, you will be responsible to discover, evaluate and drive new strategic opportunities, including pipeline projects and emerging technologies. Moreover, you will be responsible to lead negotiations and close deals to access external innovations.You main Accountabilities will be to:Identify, develop, implement, and manage strategic business development partnerships that align with Novo Nordisk’s business objectivesLead and drive innovation and business development initiatives that support our mission to improve patient outcomesBuild and maintain stakeholder relationshipsAssess new therapy areas and analyse market trends to identify opportunities for diversification and market share gainDemonstrate subject matter knowledgeQualificationsAs a Strategic Partnerships Manager, you need to have a Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Life Sciences, or a related field. In addition, you need to have 5+ years of experience in business development. If you have experience within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry it might be an asset.To be successful in this role, you need to have:A proven track record in negotiating and closing external innovation dealsExperience in developing strategic business plans and identifying new market opportunitiesAn understanding of the healthcare ecosystem, including trends and challenges facing the industry.Danish language skills preferred – professional working levelOn the personal level we expect you to have excellent communication skills, be execution oriented, and have consumer mindset.This isn’t your typical sales role. Instead, you’ll be at the forefront of forging dynamic and strategic partnerships with external providers, shaping alliances that drive mutual success and innovation.About the DepartmentBased in Copenhagen, Denmark, our department is dedicated to strategically managing procurement categories to maximise Novo Nordisk’s overall purchasing power. We focus on obtaining goods and services required by the organisation, ensuring that procurement activities align with our strategic goals. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will help shape the future of healthcare.Working at Novo NordiskAt Novo Nordisk, we don’t wait for change. We drive it. We’re a dynamic company in an even more dynamic industry, and we know that what got us to where we are today is not necessarily what will make us successful in the future. We embrace the spirit of experimentation, striving for excellence without fixating on perfection. We never shy away from opportunities to develop, we seize them. From research and development to manufacturing, marketing, and sales – we’re all working to move the needle on patient care.ContactReach out to [email protected]Please click on “apply now” to submit your resume in English.Deadline8th August 2025We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.At Novo Nordisk we recognize that it is no longer good enough to aspire to be the best company in the world. We need to aspire to be the best company for the world and we know that this is only possible with talented employees with diverse perspectives, backgrounds and cultures. We are therefore committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates the diversity of our employees, the patients we serve and communities we operate in. Together, we’re life changing.

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Location: Ørestad, København

Job date: Sat, 12 Jul 2025 04:55:31 GMT

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