Are you a visionary leader with a passion for driving transformational projects and fostering a culture of continuous improvement? FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies Denmark (FDBD) is seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of PMO to lead strategic initiatives and champion operational performance across our site in Hillerød. In this high-impact role, you will work closely with executive management to align projects with our business objectives and industry benchmarks, ensuring sustainable growth and a competitive edge.
If you are ready to make a lasting impact and lead our efforts toward operational excellence, we invite you to apply today!
About FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies
FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies is a global leader in biologics contract development and manufacturing Organization (CDMO), partnering with innovative biotech and biopharma companies to transform healthcare. With locations in Denmark, the UK, and the USA, we support every stage of our customers’ product lifecycle, from breakthrough cures to life-saving vaccines. Our success starts with our people — their passion drives progress, innovation, and impact. Together, we’re enriching communities, protecting the environment, and reimagining healthcare’s potential.
Our site in Hillerød, Denmark, brings together expertise, capabilities and technologies to manufacture advanced biologics. When current expansions are complete in 2026, Hillerød will be home to the largest end-to-end cell culture CDMO in Europe offering a total of 20 X 20,000 L bioreactors for drug substance production complemented by comprehensive drug product and finished goods services.
Key responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Project Management:
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Oversee the Project Management Office (PMO), ensuring alignment of projects with strategic goals.
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Establish and refine project governance structures and frameworks to achieve superior execution and delivery.
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Lead strategic planning sessions with senior executives to identify and prioritize high-value initiatives.
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Close cooperation with other FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies (FDB) sites shaping strategic directions
Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement:
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Drive a culture of excellence through the implementation of advanced Lean, Six Sigma, and other innovative methodologies. The site is inspired by the Shingo Model of Operational Excellence and use this as the benchmark for the continuous improvement culture we are striving to create.
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Develop and execute comprehensive operational improvement strategies that enhance efficiency, quality, and service delivery.
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Serve as a key advocate for process innovation and best practices across the organization.
Executive Collaboration & Change Leadership:
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Collaborate with the Site Leadership Team to craft and communicate comprehensive business strategies.
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Lead large-scale change management programs to enable organizational transformation and ensure sustainable change.
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Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, providing insights and recommendations based on industry trends and internal performance data.
Analytics & Performance Management:
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Establish and oversee metrics for project management excellence and operational efficiency.
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Utilize advanced data analytics to support decision-making and strategic planning.
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Prepare and present high-level performance reports to executive leadership and board members.
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Effectively establish and lead a team of four within the PMO context to ensure productivity, collaboration, and overall team success.
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Establish a clear vision and motivate your team to achieve common goals fostering unity and purpose.
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Create a safe and supportive environment for the team members to be themselves, promoting authenticity and inclusivity.
This new role will report to the General Manager SVP, Head of Site FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies Denmark. The position offers a hybrid work environment, blending remote flexibility with the requirement for regular onsite presence. The successful candidate will be expected to attend the FDBD site consistently to effectively collaborate with teams, drive initiatives, and ensure ongoing alignment with organizational goals.
Qualifications
We are looking for a candidate who demonstrates exceptional vision and strategic leadership, capable of steering transformational projects with clarity and direction. Excellent stakeholder engagement is crucial, as you will collaborate closely with site management and various teams across the organization.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential to identify opportunities for improvement and develop effective solutions. Expertise in change management is necessary to drive continuous improvement initiatives and facilitate smooth transitions. Additionally, high-level influencing and negotiation skills will empower you to advocate for strategic initiatives and secure buy-in from stakeholders at all levels.
We also expect you to have:
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Master’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related field; MBA or equivalent preferred.
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15+ years of progressive experience in project management and operational excellence, with substantial leadership roles within the biopharmaceutical industry.
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Expert knowledge and certification in Lean, Six Sigma, or similar continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Master Black Belt or insights to the Shingo Model of Operational Excellence preferred).
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Proven track record of success in leading and delivering complex, transformative projects in a fast-paced environment.
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Strong strategic thinking, leadership, and communication skills.
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Demonstrated ability to influence and drive change at the highest levels of the organization.
Your application:
Has this sparked your interest? Then we urge you to upload your CV as soon as possible as we handle applications on a continuous basis. The job advertisement will be removed when the right candidate has been identified. For any questions about the position, please do not hesitate to contact Ass. Director Talent Acquisition Denmark at [email protected]
FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies is an industry-leading Biologics Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) with locations in Hillerød, Denmark, Teesside, UK, RTP, North Carolina and College Station, Texas, USA. We use our skills, dedication, and ambition to enable impact for the world’s most innovative biotech and biopharma companies reimagining healthcare’s potential. We work across the entire lifecycle of our customers’ products – enabling success throughout. Every cure, vaccine, biologic, and advancement we contribute to starts with our people and our passion. We fuel one another’s passion, help accelerate progress, expand capabilities, strengthen innovation, and improve processes to improve lives.
We offer the chance to be part of a global workplace where passion, drive, and commitment are met with opportunities for professional and personal development. Deeply committed to diversity and inclusion, we ensure that everyone no matter their background or gender has an opportunity to develop. We take pride in enriching our communities, caring for our environment, and cultivating a world of opportunity for future generations.
We aim to foster a collaborative, innovative and rewarding environment, where diverse perspectives and people come together united by a common purpose and shared values. We pursue our fullest potential as individual contributors and team members. We strive to be the employer of choice and offer a competitive compensation and benefit package.
FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies Denmark (FDBD) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identify or any other protected class.
To all agencies: Please, no phone calls or emails to any employee of FUJIFILM about this requisition. All resumes submitted by search firms/employment agencies to any employee at FUJIFILM via-email, the internet or in any form and/or method will be deemed the sole property of FUJIFILM, unless such search firms/employment agencies were engaged by FUJIFILM for this requisition and a valid agreement with FUJIFILM is in place. In the event a candidate who was submitted outside of the FUJIFILM agency engagement process is hired, no fee or payment of any kind will be paid.
Top Skills
What We Do
For over 30 years, FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnology’s mission has been advancing tomorrow’s medicine. As a CDMO, we work in partnership with the most innovative biopharma and biotech companies across the world who are reimagining healthcare’s potential. We help to accelerate their progress, expand their capabilities, streamline their processes, and strengthen their innovation. So when our customers’ potential cures, vaccines, biologics, and accomplishments make strides – or even become new realities for patients – we know our work, our manufacturing expertise, and our partnership helped make it happen.
FDB isn’t simply a workplace. It’s a place of passion – a place of what we call Genki. A place where diverse perspectives and people come to life. Where opportunity for growth has no end. Where passion is followed, discovered, and nurtured. Where the energy is undeniable, enthusiasm is pervasive, and drive is infectious. All of our global locations burst with curiosity, inspiration, and extraordinary purpose.
So as we continue to grow our teams, our global locations, and our capabilities, Genki will always be our cultural tie. That’s why we’re always looking for passionate, mission-driven people who want to commit their life’s work to enabling better outcomes for patients and their families.
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