Product Manager

Are you driven by ensuring patients receive uninterrupted access to life-changing medicines? Do you thrive in a dynamic, fast-growing international environment? This is your opportunity to join a global healthcare leader and shape supply chain excellence across CIS countries. Join Novo Nordisk Region Emerging Markets, Supply Chain Center of Excellence for BAMECA (Business Area Middle East Central Asia) & BAAF (Business Area Africa) as Supply Chain COE Manager and get a life-changing career! The position will be responsible for CIS countries. This position is to be based either in Istanbul (Turkey) or Baku (Azerbaijan) or Tashkent (Uzbekistan). The position As Supply Chain COE Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring Novo Nordisk product availability to patients across CIS countries with uninterrupted, efficient, and compliant supply. You will demonstrate a growth-focused mindset by proactively finding and adding value to our customer and stakeholder relations in and beyond the affiliates and also ensure product availability for in-market demand, appropriate inventory levels and accurate replenishment from our production to the countries. Besides you will support the product supply chain into and within the CIS countries in accordance with Good Distribution Practice (GDP), local legislation & business requirements (including management of third-party distribution partners). Some other responsibilities will be Organising and coordinating S&OP meetings between Finance & Operations heads, Commercial, Quality and other process owners in the CIS countries to ensure timely product supply, launches of new products & discontinuation of withdrawal products, Being in charge of product orders and communication with the Production sites, ensure correct planning of supply as well as being responsible for planning of delivery timetables and overseeing arrival of shipments, Ensuring optimal stock levels, incl. mandatory safety stocks according to local laws and driving and coordinating with relevant stakeholders to ensure forecasting system is up to date and of the highest possible standard, Standardizing and harmonizing the processes of CIS countries wherever applicable, Ensuring that documentation is produced and stored according to internal and external requirements, and that appropriate actions are executed in a timely manner in the event of a product recall or stock related crisis management situation in line with relevant SOPs (Standard Operating Procedure), Checking diligently L/C’s (Letter of Credit) to avoid any discrepancies, controlling the L/C and relevant bank documents upon receipt and ensuring that required conditions are applicable Qualifications You have minimum 3 years of relevant experience in supply chain, preferably in demand/supply planning, operations, forecasting, customer service and import/export environment. It is expected that you hold a bachelor’s degree in business administration, engineering, supply chain or similar. Having a master’s degree in supply chain would be plus and pharmaceutical industry knowledge would be preferable. Further sought-after skills are: fluency in English and Russian is a must. Experience with S&OE and S&OP Strong analytical skills and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems (SAP preferred); experience with OMP is a plus. Experience with project management and a mindset towards business development and continuous improvement Strong analytical, coordination, collaboration, problem-solving and communication skills in order to ensure major supply chain tasks are achieved and various stakeholders managed. About The Department You will join a dynamic and inclusive team committed to operational excellence and innovation. As Supply Chain Centre of Excellence (CoE) for BAMECA and BAAF, we take pride in embedding best practices and enabling operational success across our 77 affiliates in Middle East Central Asia and Africa. With a strong focus on collaboration, strategic thinking, and continuous improvement, we work together to make a meaningful impact on Novo Nordisk's mission to improve the lives of patients worldwide. Our team culture is built on mutual respect, diversity, and a shared commitment to achieving our goals. Working at Novo Nordisk Every day we seek the solutions that defeat serious chronic diseases. To do this, we approach our work with an unconventional spirit, a rare determination and a constant curiosity. For over 100 years this unordinary mindset has seen us build a company unlike any other. One where a collective passion for our purpose, mutual respect and a willingness to go beyond what we know delivers extraordinary results. Send your cv to the e-mail address in the Apply for job button. Contact Person- Hermon Shekol

Are you an experienced finance professional looking for an opportunity to make a real impact in a dynamic and growing organisation? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where you can shape operational performance and support strategic decision-making? If yes, you might be the new Finance Business Partner we are looking for in our Azerbaijan affiliate Your new role**:** We are seeking a Finance Business Partner to oversee key financial activities, and support operational performance in Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, Armenia, Georgia, Kyrgyzstan, Mongolia, Tajikistan & Turkmenistan. This role offers a unique opportunity to combine financial acumen with operational experience in a multinational healthcare environment. Your main responsibilities will be: Develop & monitor budgeting, forecasting, cash flow projections and other financial planning processes Monitoring financial performance and ensuring accurate, timely reporting for local and regional stakeholders Collaborating with commercial team to drive financial performance Leading month-end and year-end closing activities, reconciliations, variance analysis and performance reporting Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards Your New Department**:** This is a full-time position based in Baku and reporting to the NECIS Finance Manager. You will join a collaborative and highly driven affiliate team in Azerbaijan. The business works closely with regional and global stakeholders, external partners to ensure operational excellence. You will work closely with the commercial team across the company and external customers to ensure efficient operations and financial accuracy. Your role will be key in ensuring reliable processes and high-quality execution as the affiliate continues to grow. Your skills and qualifications**:** We're seeking candidates who fulfil the following prerequisites: Bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, Business Administration or a related field 3-5 years of experience in finance roles within multinational companies Proven skills in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and execution High proficiency in Excel and strong experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred) Experience working with pharmaceutical companies or distributors is preferred. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities; able to present data clearly to non-financial stakeholders Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple internal and external stakeholders Strong command of written and spoken English, Russian is a plus High attention to detail, strong prioritisation and organisational skills As a person, you work in a structured and organised manner, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and communicate clearly and proactively. You bring a business-oriented mindset and can collaborate effectively with partners across different functions and markets. Working at Novo Nordisk**:** Novo Nordisk is a global healthcare company originated from Denmark, having operations across the world driven by 80+ affiliate teams by approximately 70.000 employees. Every day, we seek solutions that defeat serious chronic diseases. We do this with an unconventional spirit, deep dedication and a determination to push beyond what we know. For over 100 years, this unordinary mindset has shaped a company driven by purpose, respect and a commitment to making a difference. At Novo Nordisk, we embrace growth, experimentation and learning — always striving for excellence without expecting perfection. Whether in finance, commercial activities, operations or the supply chain, we all contribute to enabling better patient care. We’re not your typical healthcare company. In a world of quick fixes, we focus on long-term solutions to defeat serious chronic diseases and improve global health. Our unordinary mindset drives us to challenge conventional thinking, make healthcare more accessible, and push science further — because real, lasting impact requires an unordinary approach. What we offer**:** Being part of a global healthcare company means continuous learning and development opportunities. Our benefits and working culture are designed to support your professional aspirations and your life stage, providing a space where you can grow and thrive. Interested candidates can send their cv to the e-mail address in the Apply for job button. The contact person for CV submissions is Maksim Goncharov.