Senior Project Manager

Company Description

TOMRA Food is a multinational organization and a leading provider of sensor-based sorting, peeling and integrated post-harvest solution for the food industries. Transforming global food production to maximize food safety and minimize food loss by making sure Every Resource Counts™, has been our strength for over 50 years.

At TOMRA, we want people to innovate, show passion in their work and be responsible. We encourage the freedom to innovate and take risks that result in breakthroughs that challenge the status quo. We value passion that focuses and commits to meeting success. We believe in a responsible and safe mindset that takes care of our customers, products, and fellow employees.

Join the resource revolution !

Job Description

The Senior Project Manager will lead and deliver key Projects and Programs for TOMRA Food, ensuring they align with the organization's strategic objectives and adhere to the TOMRA Food Project Model.  

This role is responsible for planning, executing, and delivering assigned projects for TOMRA Food in alignment with the TOMRA Food Project Model. 

As a critical member of the Project Management Office (PMO), the Senior Project Manager role demands not only (technical) expertise but also a commitment to contributing to TOMRA Food's broader business growth beyond assigned responsibilities. 

Qualifications

Leading the business: 

• Proven track record of delivering large, cross functional, international projects on time, to budget and quality 
• 10+ years of project management experience, preferably in a technology- and/or product-oriented international company.  
• Solid understanding of project management methodologies with a strong track record of delivering on time, within scope and budget and with the right quality. 
• Ability to translate goals into actionable results 
• Ability to manage complexity and driving efficiency in global project environments 

Leading others: 

• Excellent leadership skills with min. 5+ years in managerial positions. Strong focus on efficient teams and proven ability to create vision, goals and create results 
• Experience in working on projects with a global team across different continents is a plus. 
• Capable of inspiring and aligning cross-functional teams 
• Ability to translate goals into actionable results 
• Ability to manage complexity and driving efficiency in global project environments 

Leading Self: 

• BSc, MSc, MBA degree in a relevant field. 
• Project management certification (eg. Prince 2, PMP) 
• Strong oral and written communication, strong presentation skills 
• Analytical and strategic, with strong synthesis skills 
• Fluent in English 
• Sociable and caring, with good coaching skills 

Additional Information

Why work for us: 

• Birthday leave - have a day off on us!
• Onsite car parking
• We love innovation, so we offer a collaborative environment where idea sharing and thinking outside the box is encouraged
• You may also know us as the award-winning kiwi success story we strive for greatness and that is reflected from our history and into our future as TOMRA
• Global career opportunities with a strong record for promoting internally
• Professional training and development: We are passionate about people and seeing them succeed. 
• We care for the planet and want to make a difference for the future
• Kiwisaver employer contribution paid on top of base salary 

At TOMRA we proudly recognise cultural diversity, inclusiveness of thought and individuals to create a great working environment for our employees. So, even if you don’t think you tick all the boxes and the requirements, but you have what it takes, we would still like to hear from you.