Program Manager

At Fiskars Group we are unified and driven by our common purpose: pioneering design to make the everyday extraordinary. Join our team and seize the extraordinary opportunity to influence the everyday!

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with project sponsor, cross-functional teams, and others to develop the scope, deliverables, required resources, work plan, budget, and timing for key initiatives.
• Develop and manage budget for projects and be accountable for delivering against established business goals/objectives.
• Produce and update key project governance documentation including project charters, resource plans, and risk sheets.
• Manage execution of project through regular team meetings, coordination of resources, and regular reporting of project status.
• Identify key requirements for cross-functional teams and external vendors to formalize scope and contractor statements of work.
• Develop and manage aggressive timelines, elevating issues like dependencies and major risks early in the timeline.
• Maintain project portfolio reporting to regularly update leadership and stakeholders about progress and major risks to implementation.

Critical Individual Responsibilities

• Communication: Keep stakeholders updated frequently.
• Risk Management: Escalate when needed and quickly.
• Culture Champion: Be a driving force for speedy execution across all types of projects.

           

KPIs and Targets

• Deliver projects on-time per agreed timelines and milestones
• Deliver projects on budget

Business impact, (e.g. budget, volumes, revenues, direct/indirect responsibility; strategic, tactical, operational)

Skills, knowledge and experience

• 5-8 years in a Project or Program Manager role.
• Confident communicator who speaks on behalf of senior stakeholders when needed.
• Exceptional skills in leadership, time management, facilitation, and organization
• Working knowledge of Manufacturing processes
• Outstanding knowledge of change management principles
• Experience creating and leading teams of strong professionals.
• Experience creating reports, charts, presentations, metrics, and project trackers.
• Knowledge of Manufacturing.
• Experience with SAP or equivalent ERP system
• Knowledge of both Agile and Waterfall project management methodologies

Education: for example: preferably Master’s, Bachelor level is acceptable

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in applicable field
• PMP certification a plus

Additional Experience & knowledge:

• Knowledge of SCRUM methodology a plus
• Knowledge of Lean principles a plus

Language skills:
 

• English as a daily working language

Last day of application:

2025-02-24

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At Fiskars, we value providing benefits that matter to you and cater to our diverse global workforce, no matter where you are in the world. While benefits may vary based on location, here are some of the incredible offerings you can expect when joining our team:

Competitive Compensation: We ensure that our employees are fairly compensated based on industry standards and local market factors.

Health and Wellness: Your well-being matters to us, no matter where you are. We offer various health and well-being focused programs and coverage, adapted to the requirements of each region.

Work-Life Balance: We understand the need for balance in your life. Our paid time off plans and flexible work arrangements and policies are designed to accommodate local customs and personal commitments, enabling you to thrive in both your professional and personal life.

Professional Development: We believe in nurturing talent and supporting professional growth. Through training programs, skill development initiatives and learning resources, we empower our employees to reach their full potential.

Inclusive and Diverse Environment: We value diversity and promote inclusivity. Join a workplace where your unique background and perspectives are celebrated, fostering collaboration and respect across all our markets.

Recognition and Rewards: We believe in celebrating and recognizing the contributions of our employees worldwide. Our recognition programs are designed to acknowledge exceptional performance and achievements, ensuring that your efforts are celebrated and valued.

Vested Interest: Through our Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP), you have the opportunity to invest in Fiskars Group and be