Project Coordinator - R&D

For our client Husqvarna AB we are looking for a Project Coordinator - R&D.

About Husqvarna

For more than 325 years Husqvarna has driven innovation and technology development exceeding end-customers’ expectations. You will be working within a division of the Husqvarna Group that is a world leader in machinery and diamond tools for the construction and stone industries. The foundation is built on product and technology leadership ensured by high investment levels in user-focused product development to offer professional end-users the most effective and efficient solutions. Products and services are distributed globally in all relevant sales channels.

General description

Do you want to be part of exciting development projects, from concept to industrialized and launched products? Husqvarna is now looking for a project coordinator to PMO team (Project Management Office team) in Jonsered.

You will be part of a great team located at the Husqvarna headquarter in Jonsered (15 minutes from Gothenburg city by car or train). The position is within product category Concrete Surface and Floors which focus on construction machines for creating concrete floors, all the way from preparation of the site to pouring concrete and grinding with diamond tools up to high gloss finish. Husqvarna has product development in sites all over the world with the main site in Jonsered with functions for R&D, test/lab, product management and other supporting functions.

At Husqvarna they strive to have a work environment that is inclusive and diverse, where they believe that differences are strengths. The winning culture is important, which is why they go by the beliefs: We Care, We are Committed and We’re Courageous.

The Role

You will work in an international cross functional environment with interfaces towards R&D, purchasing, manufacturing, compliance etc. The Project Coordinators main responsibilities are parts planning, product cost analysis, and material planning for prototype builds in the projects. The Project coordinator and the Project Manager work closely together, and they become the spider in the net that keeps the project together. This means, that in addition to these responsibilities, there will be many other tasks to drive the project forward, such as certification and cooperation with suppliers.

In your role you will be:

- Responsible to keep track of the full list of components including structure, cost, timing, compliance.

- Secure material for prototype builds including purchase orders, logistics and tracking of materials.

- In cooperation with Project Manager actively monitor the progress of the project and take corrective actions when needed.

- Support project team with process knowledge when needed.

- Actively contribute to improve current processes and way of working within project management.

Start and length of assignment

Start as soon as possible, contract length 1 year with possibility to be extended.

Location

You will be located at the main site in Jonsered. They have a hybrid way of working with up to 50% remote.