New Product Development Project Manager (F-M)

About us

Every day we get opportunities to make a positive impact on our colleagues partners customers and society. Together were pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources. Trusted to act on initiative we challenge conventional thinking to develop world-leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas including energy food water and shipping.

As we push forward the innovative open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So as we shape a more resourceful less wasteful world we build our careers too.

About the Job

Are you ready to drive innovation and bring new products to market As our New Product Development Project Manager at Alfa Laval in Kolding you will play a key role in leading strategic product development projects within our Hygienic Fluid Handling business.

You will collaborate across engineering product management operations sourcing quality and commercial teams to ensure successful delivery of innovative solutions. Your work will have a direct impact on our product portfolio customers and business growth.

• Lead large complex New Product Development (NPD) projects ensuring structured execution and clear ownership throughout the project lifecycle

• Facilitate collaboration across engineering product management operations quality sourcing and commercial teams to deliver innovative products to market

• Drive project planning execution and follow-up ensuring alignment with business objectives and customer needs

• Manage scope timelines budgets resources dependencies and risks to ensure successful project delivery

• Act as the central point of contact for internal stakeholders fostering strong relationships and effective communication

• Coordinate decision-making processes and facilitate steering committee meetings

• Prepare and maintain key project documentation and reporting

• Demonstrate strong stakeholder management in a complex international matrix organization

• Contribute to the continuous improvement of project management practices methods and governance

• Take responsibility for project outcomes and resource management within agreed frameworks and budgets

What You Know

Were looking for candidates who bring strong project management capabilities technical understanding and a passion for product development:

• Proven experience managing complex product development or R&D projects in an industrial environment

• Strong stakeholder management risk mitigation and project execution skills

• Project Management Certification (e.g. Prince2 PMP Scrum Lean Agile) is an advantage

• Technical background preferably with engineering experience

• Experience working in large organizations and cross-functional teams

• Degree in Engineering Business or another relevant STEM field

• English language skills at a business level both written and verbal

Who You Are

You are a collaborative team player who thrives in large organizations and complex environments. You value diversity and inclusion and youre adept at working across business units and functions. Proactive and structured youre driven by finding optimal solutions and delivering results. Your communication skills and big-picture mindset help you manage diverse stakeholders and keep projects on track. You embrace challenges adapt to change and are motivated by personal and professional growth.

For more information please contact

Christina Solevad NPD Project Office Manager 45

Hélène Malbec Talent Acquisition Partner

Application

Please submit your application no later than August 31st 2026. We review applications on a rolling basis so we encourage you to apply as early as possible. We may close the job advertisement earlier if we find the right candidate. Applications sent directly via email will not be considered due to GDPR regulations.

At Alfa Laval we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive and dynamic workplace that values diverse perspectives and experiences. While we typically welcome applicants from all locations for this particular role we are prioritizing candidates who are currently residing in Kolding Denmark or have an established presence in the area.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and secure workplace we conduct background checks on final candidates for this role.

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