Project Manager

Position: Project Manager

Location: Danderyd, Sweden

Department: Vacuum Automation

Type: Permanent

About Piab Group:

At Piab Group we improve our customers' productivity, sustainability, and safety through evolving industrial automation and have done so since 1951. We believe in an automated world where no resources are wasted, and no humans are injured. With annual sales of ~3 billion SEK and more than 1400 employees, Piab is a global organization, serving customers in more than 100 countries from a vast network of subsidiaries and channel partners. Since 2018, Piab Group has been owned by Patricia Industries, part of Investor AB

Piab serves a wide range of industries, including e-commerce logistics, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and automotive, providing innovative vacuum automation solutions tailored to each sector.

You can expect the following with us:

• Innovative Culture: Be part of a team that thrives on creativity and innovation.
• Global Impact: Work with a company that is a world leader in vacuum transport solutions.
• Global Presence: Piab has 25+ sales offices and over 900 partners worldwide, ensuring a vast network and global reach
• Sustainable Vision: Contribute to an automated world, promoting safety and efficiency.
• Professional Growth: Access opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement.
• Diverse and Inclusive: Join a workplace that values diversity and fosters an inclusive environment.
• Stable employer: As part of Patricia Industries and connected to the Wallenberg family, Piab benefits from strong support and a commitment to long-term growth and sustainability.

Job Mission:

As a Project Manager, you will play a crucial role in leading and managing projects aimed at developing and introducing new products to the global market. You will collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver projects that enhance productivity, sustainability, and safety for our customers across various sectors. Additionally, you will work closely within the PMO team to develop and improve our project management methodologies and practices at Piab.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage projects from initiation to completion, focusing on new product development and introduction.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, schedule, and budget.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones and deliverables.
• Monitor project progress and make necessary adjustments to ensure success.
• Communicate project status to stakeholders and senior management.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and issues.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, legal requirements, and industry regulations.
• Foster a collaborative and results-driven project environment.
• Act as the project team manager, engaging team members and facilitating discussions.
• Make decisions aligned with project objectives and priorities.
• Communicate progress, raise concerns, and recommend solutions as needed.
• Engage actively in improving project management practices.
• Mentor new project managers on Piab's methodologies.
• Collaborate within the PMO team to enhance project management at Piab.

Preferred Competencies:

• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools.
• Understanding of integrated product development.
• Excellent organizational, time-management, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in project management software and Office-related programs.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Fluency in English; proficiency in Swedish is an advantage.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to deliver results under pressure.
• Capacity to manage multiple projects and work on tight deadlines.
• Independent and self-organizing capability in a complex environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with an interest in leadership and driving growth by developing people.

Experience and Education:

• Proven experience in project management, preferably in integrated product development or from the fields of mechanical engineering or embedded firmware or electronics development.
• Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• At least 4+ years of project management experience.
• Experience with project tools such as Project Professional or Jira.

This is what our employees say about us:

• "At Piab, I have the chance to leave my own footprint. The low hierarchy means my ideas are heard and valued. #LoveWhereIWork"

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about innovation and want to make a difference in the world of automation, we would love to hear from you! Apply via your LinkedIn profile or use the following link to upload your CV.

Please be advised that a valid work permit for Sweden is required for non-EU citizens. Unfortunately, applications without a valid work permit cannot be considered.