The Wallenius Wilhelmsen group is the market leader in roll-on/roll-off (RoRo) shipping and vehicle logistics, managing the distribution of cars, trucks, rolling equipment, and breakbulk to customers all over the world. Wallenius Wilhelmsen is committed to being in the forefront of the green transition and aims to be carbon-neutral already by 2040. The company operates around 125 vessels servicing 15 trade routes across six continents, a global inland distribution network, 66 processing centers, and eight marine terminals.

With the head office in Oslo, Norway, the Wallenius Wilhelmsen group has around 9,500 employees in 28 countries worldwide.

As a publicly listed company with Norwegian roots and a leading global position in shipping, Wallenius Wilhelmsen is uniquely positioned to lead a major industry shift. The shipping and logistics sector is facing a growing demand for digitally integrated solutions across an increasingly complex and fragmented supply chain. By moving from siloed offerings to tailored, seamless services that adapt to each client’s needs, we aim to set a new standard in the industry. This transformation, led by our Supply Chain Solutions (SCS) unit, is a cornerstone of our company strategy. A critical enabler of this shift is the Product Accelerator program, which ensures that both standalone services and integrated solutions are managed in a consistent and future-oriented way.

To support this journey, we are now seeking a Manager Product Strategy & Governance. The role will be central in building the foundation for smarter product development by defining the taxonomies, structures, and governance frameworks that align products across business units and enable integrated supply chain solutions.

What you’ll do

Translate Wallenius Wilhelmsen’s vision into practice by driving initiatives that create clarity and consistency across teams. Your main responsibilities include:

• Developing and maintaining a unified product taxonomy across SCS and Product Accelerator, ensuring it reflects strategic priorities and supports effective delivery.
• Designing and implementing governance frameworks for product lifecycle management and pricing structures, embedding principles across both standalone and integrated solutions.
• Promoting structured ways of working across product teams and ensuring alignment with the Digital Delivery Organization (CDO/DDO).
• Facilitating collaboration between SCS, Product Accelerator, and CDO workstreams, supporting key initiatives such as SCS 2.0.

Who we’re looking for

• Strategic product thinker: Strong understanding of product strategy, governance, and lifecycle management.
• Cross-functional coordinator: Skilled at aligning diverse stakeholders and driving structured ways of working.
• Industry and digital knowledge: Experience with digital product development in industrial or logistics environments is a plus.
• Strong communicator: Able to explain complex frameworks with clarity to both internal and external stakeholders.

Required experience and qualifications

Must-haves:

• 5+ years of experience from product strategy, governance, lifecycle management or relevant projects in management consulting.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate cross-functional initiatives and establish structured ways of working.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to work effectively in a matrix environment.
• Relevant higher education, preferably at master’s level.

Nice-to-haves:

• Solid understanding of industry dynamics in shipping and logistics (market drivers, customer expectations, competition).
• Familiarity with product taxonomy frameworks or governance models.
• Experience identifying opportunities for innovation and growth, and developing strategies aligned with business goals.
• Background from digital product development in industrial or logistics contexts.

Key interfaces and stakeholders

• Product Accelerator
• SCS Product Team
• CDO / DDO
• Legal / Finance

What you will get from working with us

• At Wallenius Wilhelmsen, we offer a truly global, collaborative, and inclusive environment. Here are just a few benefits:
• Modern offices with gym, canteen, and activity clubs (kayak, football, fitness)
• Premium health, life, and travel insurance
• Defined contribution pension plan
• Flexible work options and generous leave policies
• Access to company cabins

This role is based in Oslo.