Director, Operational Excellence

At Genmab, we are dedicated to building extra[not]ordinary® futures, together, by developing antibody products and groundbreaking, knock-your-socks-off KYSO antibody medicines® that change lives and the future of cancer treatment and serious diseases. We strive to create, champion and maintain a global workplace where individuals' unique contributions are valued and drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our patients, care partners, families and employees.

Our people are compassionate, candid, and purposeful, and our business is innovative and rooted in science. We believe that being proudly authentic and determined to be our best is essential to fulfilling our purpose. Yes, our work is incredibly serious and impactful, but we have big ambitions, bring a ton of care to pursuing them, and have a lot of fun while doing so.

Does this inspire you and feel like a fit? Then we would love to have you join us!

The Role

The Director, Operational Excellence is responsible for shaping and advancing the organization's Operational Excellence strategy by building on established frameworks, promoting a culture of continuous improvement, and strengthening the governance, capabilities, and networks that enable sustainable business performance. This role partners with (senior) leaders and all Genmab employees across the enterprise to drive strategic transformation projects and initiatives, help prioritize improvement opportunities, and embed a culture of continuous improvement. Success is achieved through project leadership, coaching, and influence rather than direct people management.

As a Director, Operational Excellence, you will help govern the organization's operational excellence strategy and improvement portfolio. As an individual contributor with no direct reports, success in this role will depend on the ability to influence the matrix, align, and enable employees across functions to deliver sustainable business improvements.

You will be part of a highly skilled Global Operational Excellence team, currently consisting of 10 colleagues, in a dynamic international environment focused on scientific excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning. The position reports to the Senior Director, Global Head of Operational Excellence.

Responsibilities

• Evolve the Operational Excellence framework

by further help refining enterprise standards, methodologies, governance, and best practices that drive continuous improvement and operational maturity while respecting the needs of a science-driven organization. •

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Life Sciences, Operations Management, or a related discipline. Post-graduate degree (MBA, MSc) preferred.
• A minimum of 15 years of experience leading Operational Excellence, Business Transformation, and/or Continuous Improvement initiatives based on Lean/ 6 sigma; alternatively, 12 years of relevant experience with a Master's degree.
• Proven track record of delivering measurable business impact across multiple functions.
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification required.
• Additional certifications such as Prosci Change Management, PMP, Agile, BPM, Process Mining, or related disciplines are advantageous.
• Demonstrated experience implementing and/or working in enterprise-wide Operational Excellence frameworks.
• Proven ability to influence (senior) executives and stakeholders without direct authority.
• Experience governing complex portfolios of transformation or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience with AI-enabled process improvement initiatives is strongly preferred.
• Experience working within a global, matrixed organization; biotechnology, pharmaceutical, healthcare, or other highly regulated industry experience is preferred.

Moreover, you meet the following professional requirements:

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate strategy into practical execution / Strategic thinker with strong execution discipline, focused on results / Strategic thinker with the ability to translate organizational objectives into operational improvements
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing capabilities across all organizational levels.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong analytical and systems-thinking capability with a data-driven approach to decision making.
• Ability to prioritize effectively and manage multiple initiatives in a dynamic environment.
• Comfortable working in a matrix organization with culturally and geographically diverse teams.
• Resilient, adaptable, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, patient-focused organization.
• Proven ability to build strong relationships and drive alignment across complex stakeholder landscapes.
• High-impact individual contributor who leads through influence, coaching, and governance.

For US based candidates, the proposed salary band for this position is as follows:

$193,280.00 - $289,920.00

The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Also, certain positions are eligible for additional forms of compensation, such as discretionary bonuses and long-term incentives.

When you join Genmab, you're joining a culture that supports your physical, financial, social, and emotional wellness. Within the first year, regular full-time U.S. employees are eligible for:

• 401(k) Plan:

100% match on the first 6% of contributions •