Logistics Project Manager

Logistics Project Manager

Husqvarna Group is the world's largest producer of outdoor power products including robotic lawn mowers, garden tractors, chainsaws and trimmers. The Group is also the European leader in consumer watering products and one of the world leaders in cutting equipment and diamond tools for the construction and stone industries. The Group's products and solutions are sold via dealers and retailers to both consumers and professional users in more than 100 countries. Net sales in 2012 amounted to SEK 31 billion, and the Group had 15,400 employees on average in more than 40 countries. The head office is located in Stockholm, Sweden, and the share is listed on NASDAQ OMX Stockholm Exchange.

The Logistics Project Manager (LPM) is a staff function reporting to VP Manufacturing & Logistics Europe WH and HH. You are a resource for the production sites for wheeled and handheld products located in Sweden, Poland, Italy and Norway. As LPM you are driving and taking part in various projects concerning planning and logistics within the area of responsibility. The projects could be part of global corporate initiatives or could be local, large or small projects.

You are responsible for identifying improvement areas and support the Plant Managers in change. The work includes development of standards, creation of tools, facilitate benchmarking and knowledge exchange between the production sites.

As LPM you also work closely with Purchasing and Demand & Supply to improve the supply chain. In cooperation with the IT-department you also take part in the development of sufficient IT-solutions.

The role requires a solid theoretical knowledge to be able to analyze and improve current processes. To be successful you need to enjoy a demanding international environment and be able to influence people, create commitment, coordinate and educate.

Educational requirements
Master of Science in Engineering, orientation towards:
. Production Management
. Logistics
. Production Planning
. Material Management

Other qualification requirements
5 year experience within one or more of the following fields:

. Production planning / MRP
. Material Management
. Internal logistics
. Inventory Management
. Project Management
. Lean production
. Lean in Supply Chain
. IT-projects within Manufacturing
. English - fluent in spoken and written
. Ability to travel 30 %
. Good presentation skills


Experience from seasonal business is an advantage.

Location
The job is located at our Huskvarna office.

This position offers great career opportunities within the company for the right person. It is important you share our core values: Customer first, Professionalism, Personal Leadership and Team Spirit.

For more information please contact Niklas Broberg, Vice President Manufacturing and Logistics Europe Wheeled and Hand Held, 46-70-965 2315.