Matas Group - AI Project Manager

Matas Operations A/S; Lillerød; Hybrid; DKK 750,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Matas Group is seeking an AI Project Manager to drive the adoption and integration of AI across the Nordics. You will report to the Head of AI Transformation Office and collaborate with the technology organization, external partners and key business stakeholders across Denmark, Sweden, Norway and Finland.

In this pivotal role, you will lead diverse AI projects—from technology-focused initiatives to business transformation—ensuring measurable value and scalable adoption across the organization.

Qualifications

• Strong stakeholder management and influence across seniority levels.
• Experience leading AI-focused projects from concept to adoption.
• Ability to translate business needs into actionable AI initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional AI projects from concept to implementation and adoption.
• Translate business needs into actionable AI initiatives that deliver measurable value.
• Collaborate with technology teams, external partners, and business stakeholders.
• Ensure effective adoption of AI tools within the organization.
• Maintain and evolve the AI operating model, including ways of working and AI Center of Excellence.
• Provide targeted AI enablement and hands-on support for teams and functions.
• Support AI strategy development, roadmap planning and prioritization.

Skills

Stakeholder management

AI project management

Cross-functional leadership

Analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

At Matas Group, we aim to become a leader in AI-driven retail. We are looking for an AI Project Manager to help turn that ambition into concrete solutions and measurable business impact across the group.

In thiskeyrole, you willbe a part of ourGroup AI Transformation Officeresponsible for driving transformativechangeacross all group functions.This role offers you the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies alongside a diverse group ofpeople, making a direct impact onMatas Group’sorganizationand shaping the future of AI-driven retail.

Lead various AI projects across the Nordics
As an AI Project Manager, you will lead a variety of AI projects and initiatives, from more technology focused projects to business transformation, adoption and enablement.

You will report to the Head of AI Transformation Office and collaborate closely with our technology organization, external partners and key business stakeholders across Denmark, Sweden, Norway and Finland.

Your responsibilities will vary depending on your profile and experience, but your overall focus will be on driving successful adoption and integration of AI across the organization.

Your areas of responsibilities will include:

• Lead cross-functional AI projects from concept to implementation and adoption
• Translate business needs into actionable AI initiatives that deliver measurable value
• Collaborate closely with technology teams, external partners, and business stakeholders
• Ensure effective adoption of AI tools within the organization
• Be part of maintaining and evolving the AI operating model, including ways of working, AI Center of Excellence etc.
• Work with targeted AI enablement and hands-on support for teams and functions
• Support AI strategy development, roadmap planning and prioritization

What will help you succeed

• Strong stakeholder management skills and ability to influence across seniority levels
• Curious and creative mindset, comfortable challenging existing ways of working
• Analytical thinker with a structured but pragmatic approach to problem solving
• Self-driven and comfortable operating in complex, fast-changing environments

Qualifications:

• Min. 5years of management consulting or project managementexperiencewithintechnology, or similar role
• Relevant educational background in business, engineering, technology, or a related field
• A genuine interest in AI, Generative AI, and emerging technologies
• Experience from retail, e-commerce, or other consumer-facing industries is an advantage, but not a requirement

Above all, we are looking for someone who is excited about the possibilities of AI, enjoys bringing people and technology together, and wants to help turn new ideas into tangible business impact.

We invest in you
At Matas Group, our purpose is …for beautiful lives, being your true companion throughout all stages of life. When you thrive personally, you shine professionally. That’s why we actively invest in mental health, employee growth, leadership development, and a flexible and inspiring workplace where you feel safe, supported, and empowered. With us, you will work alongside kind and supportive colleagues who dare to be bold and pursue ambitious goals with determination and accountability – without compromising the relationships with our customers, partners, or each other.

• Location: Allerød, Denmark – with flexibility to work from our Copenhagen hub/WFH
• Start date: As soon as possible
• Application deadline: November 8, 2026 (interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis– early applications are encouraged)

Matas Group - AI Project Manager

Turn AI into real business impact

At Matas Group, we aim to become a leader in AI-driven retail. We are looking for an AI Project Manager to help turn that ambition into concrete solutions and measurable business impact across the group.

In thiskeyrole, you willbe a part of ourGroup AI Transformation Officeresponsible for driving transformativechangeacross all group functions.This role offers you the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies alongside a diverse group ofpeople, making a direct impact onMatas Group’sorganizationand shaping the future of AI-driven retail.

Lead various AI projects across the Nordics
As an AI Project Manager, you will lead a variety of AI projects and initiatives, from more technology focused projects to business transformation, adoption and enablement.

You will report to the Head of AI Transformation Office and collaborate closely with our technology organization, external partners and key business stakeholders across Denmark, Sweden, Norway and Finland.

Your responsibilities will vary depending on your profile and experience, but your overall focus will be on driving successful adoption and integration of AI across the organization.

Your areas of responsibilities will include:

• Lead cross-functional AI projects from concept to implementation and adoption
• Translate business needs into actionable AI initiatives that deliver measurable value
• Collaborate closely with technology teams, external partners, and business stakeholders
• Ensure effective adoption of AI tools within the organization
• Be part of maintaining and evolving the AI operating model, including ways of working, AI Center of Excellence etc.
• Work with targeted AI enablement and hands-on support for teams and functions
• Support AI strategy development, roadmap planning and prioritization

What will help you succeed

• Strong stakeholder management skills and ability to influence across seniority levels
• Curious and creative mindset, comfortable challenging existing ways of working
• Analytical thinker with a structured but pragmatic approach to problem solving
• Self-driven and comfortable operating in complex, fast-changing environments

Qualifications:

• Min. 5years of management consulting or project managementexperiencewithintechnology, or similar role
• Relevant educational background in business, engineering, technology, or a related field
• A genuine interest in AI, Generative AI, and emerging technologies
• Experience from retail, e-commerce, or other consumer-facing industries is an advantage, but not a requirement

Above all, we are looking for someone who is excited about the possibilities of AI, enjoys bringing people and technology together, and wants to help turn new ideas into tangible business impact.

We invest in you
At Matas Group, our purpose is …for beautiful lives, being your true companion throughout all stages of life. When you thrive personally, you shine professionally. That’s why we actively invest in mental health, employee growth, leadership development, and a flexible and inspiring workplace where you feel safe, supported, and empowered. With us, you will work alongside kind and supportive colleagues who dare to bold and pursue ambitious goals with determination and accountability – without compromising the relationships with our customers, partners, or each other.

Practical details

• Location: Allerød, Denmark – with flexibility to work from our Copenhagen hub/WFH
• Start date: As soon as possible
• Application deadline: November 8, 2026 (interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis– early applications are encouraged)

Om Matas Group

Matas Group is the Nordic leader in beauty and wellbeing with a turnover of +8 billion. DKK, +500 stores, +4,000 employees, +5 million loyalty members and web shops in Denmark, Sweden, Norway and Finland. Matas Group operates with retail banners across the markets: Matas in Denmark and KICKS in Sweden, Norway and Finland and offers a broad portfolio of external brands, own brands and a focus on high service, personal and expert advice. Matas Group is listed on Nasdaq OMX Copenhagen.