Chief Project/Programme Manager

Are you a seasoned program leader who thrives on steering complex product development from concept to market launch in a global, matrixed environment? Join us in pioneering smarter solutions for moving and transforming water, reducing energy consumption, and improving quality of life.

As our new Global Program Development Manager, you will lead end-to-end product development programs within our Idea to Market framework, ensuring strong governance, stakeholder alignment, and high-quality delivery of business-critical offerings.

This role is based in Bjerringbro, with a requirement to be onsite at least three days per week.

What you will be doing

As part of the Portfolio Optimisation & Excellence team, you will drive the successful execution of complex, strategic product programs that shape innovations reaching customers worldwide.

Your responsibilities include:

• Leading complex product development programs end-to-end—from mandate through launch and handover, ensuring delivery on scope, quality, cost, time, and benefits
• Securing governance and compliance with the Decision Point (DP) Model, including gate approvals and GO/NO GO decisions
• Aligning senior stakeholders across Project Boards, leadership teams, and cross-functional partners in Sales, Product Development, Operations, and Quality
• Driving project planning, resource allocation, and dependency management across global teams
• Proactively managing risks and issues while promoting continuous improvement and efficient ways of working
• Partnering closely with the Technical Project Owner to ensure technical alignment and successful execution

What makes you a great fit

You are a structured and decisive program leader with strong business acumen and proven experience managing complexity across global organizations.

We expect you have:

• A degree in Engineering, Business, or similar
• 8–10+ years’ experience leading complex product or program development in multinational environments
• PMP, PRINCE2, or similar certification with hands-on governance experience
• Experience working in Lean-Agile setups across hardware and software projects
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Fluency in English

It is a plus if you bring:

• Experience leading teams or mentoring project professionals
• Exposure to digital transformation or digitalization programs
• Familiarity with New Product Introduction processes

Why you will love working here

We offer a flexible and supportive environment focused on well-being and development:

• Flexible working hours, hybrid setup, and parental support
• Competitive compensation, bonus, and health benefits
• Three additional paid volunteering days
• Access to learning and structured development programs

We believe diversity drives innovation and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Ready to unlock possibilities at Grundfos? Apply today.
Learn more at grundfos.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

If you have questions you would like clarified before applying, please feel free to reach out to Senior Recruiter, Janni Remon Gammelholm at jgammelholm@grundfos.com