Programme & Project Manager to Coop Trading A/S

Coop Trading A/S; Region Hovedstaden; Hybrid; DKK 700,000 - 950,000; Full time

Job summary

Coop Trading A/S in Copenhagen is seeking an experienced Programme & Project Manager to lead cross-Nordic projects from scoping to value realisation. You will report to the General Manager, Strategy & Business Development and work with teams across Denmark, Sweden, Norway and Finland.

You will establish governance, manage dependencies, risks and benefits, and drive improvements in processes, templates and reporting. Fluent English and Nordic language skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• Lead cross-Nordic projects end-to-end with governance.
• Experience with programme coordination and cross-project dependencies.
• Strong ability to develop and track business cases, financials and value.
• Fluent in English; Nordic language skills are a plus.
• Certified Project Manager (PMP/PRINCE2 or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Manage cross-Nordic projects end-to-end from scoping to value realisation tracking.
• Establish clear objectives, plans, milestones, timelines, dependencies, risks and decisions.
• Governance, prioritisation and gate approvals with management.
• Coordinate related initiatives and manage cross-project dependencies.
• Ensure accurate project data and reporting in the PM system.
• Improve processes, tools, templates and onboarding materials.
• Proactively manage risks and issues to ensure delivery.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

Presentations

Project governance

Risk management

Lean certification

Microsoft Office

Project management tools

Education

PMP/PRINCE2 or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management tools

Job description

Programme & Project Manager, PMO

Are you motivated by leading projects from idea to implementation? Do you thrive on bringing structure to complexity and making real change across markets and functions? Then this could be your opportunity to make a visible difference in a Nordic organisation with strong ambitions.

We are looking for an experienced Programme & Project Manager with solid project delivery skills.

Your Role

As our Programme & Project Manager, you will report to the General Manager, Strategy & Business Development and be responsible for leading complex cross-Nordic projects end-to-end, from scoping and planning through execution, handover and value realisation. You will work closely with stakeholders across Coop’s organisations in Denmark, Sweden, Norway and Finland.

In addition, you will support programme coordination when related projects are grouped into a programme. Here, you will establish governance and manage cross-project dependencies, progress, risks and benefits.

You will work closely with our 3 Project Managers.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage complex cross-Nordic projects end-to-end, from scoping and planning through execution, handover and value realisation tracking
• Establish clear project objectives, plans, milestones, timelines, dependencies, risks and decision points
• Handle project governance, prioritisation and gate approvals based on business value, impact and capacity, in cooperation with the management team
• Support programme management by coordinating related initiatives and managing cross-project dependencies
• Ensure accurate project data and reporting in the project management system
• Improve project processes, tools, templates and onboarding materials
• Proactively manage project risks and issues to ensure smooth project delivery

To do well in the role, we imagine that you:

• Bring effective communication and stakeholder management skills, plus the ability to deliver clear presentations
• Have experience leading complex cross-functional projects. Experience with programme coordination is an advantage.
• Have a solid understanding of project governance, planning, risk management and stakeholder management
• Have experience working with business cases, financials, and value tracking
• Have experience with process improvement. Lean certification is a plus.
• Have advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools
• Are fluent in English, both written and spoken; knowledge of Swedish, Norwegian, and Danish is an asset
• Are a certified Project Manager (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent)

Personal Competencies

You are a proactive and results-driven project professional who enjoys working across functions, cultures and organisational levels.

In Addition, You

• Have strong analytical capabilities and a structured approach
• Are skilled in stakeholder management and aligning others without formal authority
• Are highly organised and results-oriented
• Have strong prioritization skills and the ability to manage competing demands
• Take initiative and question existing ways of working to make improvements
• Thrive in dynamic environments where change and continuous improvement are part of everyday business

What We Offer

• An important role with the opportunity to lead business-critical projects and programmes across the Nordics
• A central position in a growing PMO where you can help shape standards, ways of working, and execution discipline
• Close collaboration with internal and external senior stakeholders and broad exposure across markets, functions, and strategic priorities
• Opportunities for both professional growth and personal development in an ambitious and collaborative environment
• The chance to be part of a purpose-driven company that is shaping the future of Nordic private brands for millions of consumers

Place of work

Vesterbro, Copenhagen

We believe that a strong culture is built through spending time together. Our Vesterbro office is therefore our primary place of work, while we offer the flexibility to work from home when needed.

You can expect approximately five days of travel per year, with the possibility of overnight stays.

If you have any questions about the position, please contact General Manager, S&B, Gustav Gaarde at [phone].

About Us

Coop Trading’s purpose is to make everyday life better through leading Nordic private brands for 27 million Nordic consumers by delivering high-quality products at fair prices. Our portfolio encompasses both food and daily non-food items within our private brands: Xtra, Coop, and Änglamark.

Coop Trading represents Coop in Sweden, Denmark, Norway, as well as SOK in Finland. Through our private brands, we are proud to be present on every third dinner table in Nordic homes. On behalf of our four partners, we develop products for our private brand portfolio through innovation, product development, and negotiating Nordic agreements.

Coop Trading is a dynamic, responsible, and ambitious workplace. We are 140 dedicated professionals in Denmark and in Spain, as well as a network of trusted partners across the Nordic region. We challenge the status quo to deliver the best and most innovative private-brand products.

A cornerstone of our identity is our continuous commitment to fostering an engaging and appreciative work environment and to being an exceptional place to work.