Associate Facility Operations Director

Job offer

Shape the foundation that keeps life-saving medicines moving. From energy and security to the spaces where our people work every day, you will lead the operations that allow our Bohumil site to deliver for patients around the world!

Your new role

As Associate Director, Facility Operations, you will lead the strategic and day-to-day management of facilities, grounds, security, energy and site services at our Bohumil site. You will guide a team of facility professionals, partner with leaders across the site and ensure that our infrastructure is ready to support both today's production and tomorrow's growth.

Day-to-day your tasks will include:

• Leading and developing the Facility Operations team, setting clear objectives, coaching senior professionals and first-line managers, and managing the departmental budget
• Driving long-term planning for real estate, buildings, and grounds – forecasting future needs, embedding sustainability, and aligning facilities with evolving business priorities
• Overseeing the selection and management of external contractors and service providers, ensuring cost-effective, high-quality delivery against agreed standards
• Leading the site security function, including policies, CCTV and access control, incident management, and liaison with local authorities
• Securing the long-term availability of energy and water, including wastewater treatment compliance, and implementing energy-efficiency initiatives to reduce cost and environmental impact
• Coordinating maintenance activities with operational area managers and developing contingency plans to safeguard business continuity
• Managing facility services and office space, from cleaning, canteen and catering to seating plans, office supplies and the local archive

Your new department

In Global Manufacturing & Supply, we cover the full value chain from drug and device development to marketed Novo Nordisk products. We are more than 30,000 colleagues across the globe with the shared responsibility of scaling molecules, processes, devices, and products, dedicated to supplying life-saving medicines to the patients who need them most.

At our Bohumil site in the Czech Republic, the Facility Operations department sits within Technical Support and is the backbone that keeps our site running safely, sustainably and efficiently. You will lead a team of 3 direct and 9 indirect reports, working closely with operational leaders across the site to create a workplace where people, technology and infrastructure come together in service of patients.

Your skills & qualifications

We are looking for an experienced facility leader who combines strategic vision with strong operational judgement and a genuine passion for developing people. You bring with you:

• A Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Business Administration - or a related field – relevant equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
• 8-10+ years of experience in facility operations or management, including strategic planning, budget ownership and contractor management
• Proven leadership experience managing senior professionals and/or first-line managers, with the ability to coach, motivate and build high-performing teams
• Solid knowledge of security, energy and utilities management, including relevant regulatory and compliance requirements
• Strong negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to engage internal leaders, external vendors and local authorities
• A pragmatic, solution-oriented mindset – calm under pressure, adaptable in a dynamic environment, and able to balance short-term needs with long-term goals
• Fluency in both English and Czech language are mandatory

Working at Novo Nordisk

Every day we seek the solutions that defeat serious chronic diseases. To do this, we approach our work with determination, constant curiosity and a commitment to finding better ways forward. For over 100 years, this dedication has driven us to build a company focused on lasting change for long-term health. One where diverse thinking, shared purpose and mutual respect come together to create extraordinary results. When you join us, you're not just starting a job – you're becoming part of a story that spans generations.

What we offer

At Novo Nordisk, you’ll join a global healthcare company with a unique culture and strong results. We offer continuous learning, career development, and benefits tailored to your life and career stage.

Salary

For this role, the Annual Base Salary ranges from 1,476,130.00 to 2,583,230.00 CZK, corresponding to the level of the position.

The placement within the salary range will be assessed during the recruitment process based on the candidate’s skills, competencies, knowledge, and relevant experience.

Incentives and Benefits

The salary package may include short-term and/or long-term incentives as well as other employee benefits based on position level, location, functional area and relevant market benchmarks.