CAPEX Project Manager, Arla - Denmark, Germany or the Netherlands - #2205279

Location

Esbjerg Ø, DK RJ Nijkerk, NL Upahl, DE Duesseldorf, DE Pronsfeld, DE

Are you ready to drive impactful CAPEX projects in a company that values collaboration, diversity, and sustainability? Join our Engineering & Technology team and play a key role in creating value through meaningful solutions for our supply chain.

“You will be ensuring world-class execution of projects that contribute to new product launches, capacity increases, sustainability initiatives, and cost improvements across Arla Foods sites. You will primarily drive projects on different sites in Esbjerg (DK) and Upahl (DE), so a mobile mindset and traveling on an ongoing basis will be expected,” says Ben Janssen, Associate Director, Capex Regional Lead CE.

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How You Will Make An Impact

You will manage projects following the Arla Foods stage gate model from Exploration to Handover, including preparation and participation in gate approval with the Senior Leadership team. Furthermore you will

• Deliver projects successfully in terms of Safety, Quality, Efficiency, Delivery, Sustainability and Cost.
• Execute detailed plans covering scope, milestones, cost, resource, risks, and mitigation.
• Work with our Procurement department during supplier selection and tendering.
• Define and facilitate collaboration within project teams with internal and external resources, fostering a collaborative environment.
• Engage stakeholders through dialogue by providing regular updates to the steerco, project team, and other key stakeholders.
• Coordinate the project with several site functions; Operations, Maintenance, QEHS & Logistics.
  
  

What Will Make You Successful

We expect a curious and collaborative person, who has a high level of energy and a strong set of communication skills. Furthermore we expect

• An engineering degree in a related field and +3 years of project management experience with proven achievements, ideally from the food industry.
• Ability to lead and coordinate complex projects involving new technology or processes.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build trusted relationships and drive collaboration effectively at different levels in the organization.
• Proactive, solutions-oriented and confident in navigating high-impact CAPEX projects.
• Ability to drive change through informal leadership and trust building.
• You must be fluent in English; speaking German is beneficial
  
  

What do we offer?

We are looking for someone with a flexible and mobile mindset who is open to frequent travel. As part of the Central Europe (CE) region, you will work on projects that require your presence at various sites, including Upahl (DE), Pronsfeld (DE), Esbjerg (DK), and Nijkerk (NL). While we expect your home base to be either Düsseldorf or Viby, your ability and willingness to travel regularly to sites and to be flexible with your work location is what matters most.

You will join a global CAPEX Organization with more than 50 colleagues who together deliver the most ambitious CAPEX portfolio in the industry. You will also become part of a purpose-driven organization where our positive and collaborative culture will bring out the best in you. We’re committed to professional development and promoting from within.

Would you like to join us?

If you want to lead CAPEX projects and help shape the future of the dairy industry, then do not hesitate to apply for this position. As we’re heading into the summer holiday period, interviews will take place after the break.

For additional information, please call Associate Director CAPEX CE Region, Ben Janssen at +31 6 15 64 10 74. Due to the summer break, response times may be longer than usual.

Shape the Future of Dairy

Arla is a global leader in the dairy industry, committed to producing high-quality products while championing sustainability and innovation. We're passionate about people and our planet, striving to unleash the full potential in each of us. Our goal is to make healthy dairy nutrition and good food habits accessible to all. Join us at Arla Foods and become part of a worldwide cooperative dedicated to making a significant impact on the planet and steering the dairy industry towards a sustainable future.

We are devoted to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. Diversity and collaboration are key to our success, propelling us to new heights in the dairy industry.

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