Global IT Project Manager

Job description

At Billerud we believe that when we have tomorrow in mind, we will do our very best today. It is thanks to our employees that we are a world-leading company within the field of renewable paper and packaging materials. Do you want to realize your true value and work for a sustainable tomorrow? Join us! 

We are looking for a Global IT Project Manager  

Billerud has an ambitious strategy for the coming years, requiring large-scale transformation across the business. The IT Governance team plays a crucial role in this transformation by providing the structure, methods, and expertise to ensure that the changes are planned and delivered at the right time. 

The change agenda is driving a demand for professional project management competence, structured in a small Portfolio and Project Management Office (PMO) team consisting of project managers, portfolio, and project support. For this team we are looking for a Global IT Project Manager. 

In this role you will act as a specialist in project management and lead prioritized projects and programs within Billerud’s Project Portfolio. Additionally, you will be an ambassador and coach for project, program, and portfolio management processes and governance within the Global IT function and across Billerud.

Your main tasks will be: 

• Project Manager  
  • Lead and manage business change projects from initiation to handover, ensuring alignment with business objectives and strategic goals from project idea to implementation and closure. 
  • Support project requesters to define project scope, project business cases and other requirements to secure that the projects follow the Portfolio governance and approval process. 
  • Develop project plans with timelines, budgets, and resource needs. Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure successful delivery, monitor progress to identify and mitigate risks, and communicate status updates and issues to stakeholders/senior management. 
  • Manage project documentation.
  • Ensure adherence to project management methodologies and best practices. 
  • Facilitate project meetings, workshops, and presentations. 
• Portfolio and Project Management ambassador  
  • Be an ambassador for Portfolio and Project Management by supporting the IT Governance team in improving project management methods and promoting their adoption.  
  • Coach projects beyond direct management to ensure adherence to processes, and support in leading workshops, meetings, and communications to share knowledge and best practices.  

You are a part of the Global IT Governance function and reports to the Manager Global IT Portfolio and PMO. The position is preferably based at our HQ in Solna but can also be based at our mills in Gruvön, Skärblacka, Gävle, Frövi or Karlsborg (Kalix). The role will require some travel. 

At Billerud, we put Safety First. Together we take great pride in our responsibility to contribute to a safe work environment. Please read more about our Safety First initiative here.

Qualifications

To succeed in this position, we believe you have: 

• University Degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration or a related field, or equivalent work experience. 
• Solid Project Management experience (ideally with IT elements) as a Project Manager, or from a PMO or similar function. 
• Experience in supporting project management training and governance, enhancing the company's project management skills.
• Experience in leading people within project environments. 
• Experience of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) and how to apply them. 
• Proficiency in project management software and tools (e.g., Planner, Microsoft Project, JIRA). 
• Fluency in English (oral and written) is required; Swedish is a plus. 

 
Meritorious:

• Experience from the Manufacturing industry.
• Certifications in project management like Prince2, PMP, ITIL. 
  
  

Personal qualities

For us, personality is important. To succeed in this position, we believe you are business oriented with the ability to shift between the strategic agenda and operative tasks. You have a process-oriented mindset with ability to take initiatives and lead projects forward, while effectively influencing and inspiring others on different levels. You are results-oriented with a natural talent for planning and organizing your work, having attention to details. Collaboration is one of your key strengths, with high ability to lead effective group sessions. You are an exceptional problem solver with the flexibility to adapt to changes and new challenges. 

Our values are central in our business and we believe that you recognize yourself in: We care for each other and We do what we say! 

Contact

If you want to know more about the role you are welcome to contact Helen Campbell, recruiting Manager, Manager Global IT Portfolio and PMO, helen.campbell@billerud.com   

If you want to know more about the recruitment process you are welcome to contact Alice Lundberg, Talent Acquisition Partner, alice.lundberg@billerud.com   

Please note that response times may be longer than usual due to the vacation period.

Application information

We are happy to receive your application no later than 17th of August.  

Billerud is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and candidates.

Why us?  

• Want to be part a key player in a newly created global IT organization?  
• An opportunity to contribute to a more sustainable future. 
• Development and career opportunities.
• Performance-based bonus, occupational pension and a number of different benefits according to company policy. 
• Opportunity to hybrid working according to company standard.  

Our recruitment process will contain: Interviews, recruitment test, references, alcohol- & drug tests and background check.