Project Manager
About FlexLink
FlexLink is a leading organization headquartered in Göteborg, Sweden and has operating units in 26 countries and is represented in more than 60.
We are a leading provider of high-end solutions to manufacturing industries such as food, beverages, tissues, personal care, pharmaceutical, automotive, batteries and electronics.
Our business portfolio encompasses a wide range of innovative solutions in automated production flows, with conveyor design, custom conveyor engineering, and software support to manage the information flows in a production process to match the material movement.
Working closely with our global customers, we strive to provide state-of-the-art solutions that deliver production efficiency and enable sustainable manufacturing today and tomorrow.
For more detailed information about FlexLink and its comprehensive business landscape, please visit www.flexlink.com.
FlexLink is part of Coesia, a group of innovation-based industrial and packaging solutions companies operating globally, headquartered in Bologna, Italy. Coesia operates in 36 countries with 20 different companies and employs over 8,000 people as of 2023.
About the role
We are now looking for a Project Manager to join our team in Gothenburg. The Project Manager R&D is responsible for leading and managing the execution of product development projects from pre-study to launch. This role involves coordinating with cross-functional teams, managing resources, identifying and mitigating risks, and ensuring projects align with the company’s strategic goals.
Main activities and responsibilities- Lead and manage product development projects and pre-studies within R&D.
- Develop project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility.
- Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, including scope, timelines, resources, and risks.
- Coordinate with team and stakeholders to ensure project specifications are met.
- Prepare and present project updates to various stakeholders, including team members, managers, and executives.
- Support Product Managers to build business cases for New Product Development projects.
- Conduct financial forecasting and follow-up.
- Take part in developing and improving tools and best practices for project management and execution.
- Foster a collaborative and results-driven work environment.
What you need to be successful
We believe you have a strong background in project management and product development. You hold a BSc, MSc, or equivalent in work experience within engineering (mechanical, mechatronics). We also believe you have:
- Knowledge of New Product Development processes, stage gate processes, and agile frameworks.
- Knowledge of project planning, risk management budgeting, and forecasting.
- Experience in managing mechatronic projects including mechanical, electrical, software, and control resources.
- Experience in Jira.
- Fluent language in English, both written and spoken.
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage team dynamics, and motivate team members.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Excellent communication skills to convey complex information clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Strategical mindset, understanding the big picture, adjusting available solutions to diverse audiences.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing project requirements and environments.
- Focused on customer and business value.
- Collective agreement (incl. pension contribution)
- Medical insurance
- Merit increase (extra salary increase on top of the annual salary revision, based on performance)
- Wellness allowance 4000kr/year
- Parental pay
- ATK (Arbetstidsförkortning)
- Hybrid working
- Free onsite parking and great connection by train/tram/bus, etc.
Join the team!
This is a permanent, full-time position. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Matilda Nilsson at matilda.nilsson@flexlink.com
Kindly note that due to GDPR we will not accept applications via mail. Please use the link to apply via our career site.
External agencies are kindly requested not to contact the company regarding this position.
Coesia is an equal-opportunity employer and embraces diversity and inclusion.