Project Manager

TOMRA was founded in 1972, based on the design, manufacturing and sale of reverse vending machines (RVMs) for automated collection of used beverage containers. Today TOMRA provides solutions that enable the circular economy with advanced collection and sorting systems, and food processing by employing sensor-based sorting and grading technology.

TOMRA Collection is a leading innovator in the circular economy and Clean Loop Recycling. Founded on the invention of the world's first reverse vending machine, we are now responsible for approximately 80,000 installations across more than 60 markets. By providing an effective and efficient way of collecting, sorting and processing containers, TOMRA's reverse vending systems make it easy for consumers to recycle and contribute to a more sustainable planet.

The TOMRA Group employs 5000 people globally and is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange (OSE: TOM). TOMRA was in 2023 named Norway’s Most Innovative Business, number one in the list of the countries top 25 companies.

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.  

TOMRA is seeking a structured and results oriented candidate with excellent team-building skills to join the PMO at TOMRA Collection. The Project Manager will lead projects in TOMRA Collection Program and Project portfolio from TOMRA’s office in Asker, Norway. The majority of the projects are related to develop the portfolio of customer products and services offered by TOMRA Collection worldwide. The portfolio ranges from Research, New Product Development, New market entries, Customer projects and Business Improvement Projects

The position will report to the Head of Project Management.

Role and responsibilities:

• Ensure projects are delivered at the right time, right cost and with required functionality
• Extensive communication with department heads / relevant stakeholders in order to assess project needs and team compositions
• Monthly reporting to the project Steering Group (Senior Management in TOMRA Collection)
• Own and continuously improve the TOMRA Project Model in close collaboration with the Project Management Office

• Higher university degree in business- or technology related subjects
• 5+ years experience as a professional Project Manager
• Experience in leading large and complex projects, preferably within technology
• Relevant experience/background from product/solution developments within hardware /mechatronics/SW
• Strategic and business oriented with a Growth Mindset
• Ability to influence decisions, motivate and execute
• Strong organizational skills and a strong Team Player
• Plans, decides and initiate actions
• Delivers results and meet customer expectations
• Adapts to  and responds to change, and manage pressure and adversity
• Professional working proficiency in Norwegian and English at a high level, with excellent communication skills
• Flexible on travel 

What will you get in return for all the great things you bring to the table?

• A rewarding, unique and exciting position in a company focused on making a positive impact on the climate and making every resource count
• 5 extra days holiday at Easter or Christmas time or between other public holidays in Norway (inneklemt dager)
• Competitive compensation package including bonus and share scheme
• Great benefits, insurances, and pension scheme
• A focus on health of employees with a weekly Physiotherapist visit and yearly Health check 
• Hybrid working and open flexible work hours
• If you arrive by electric car, we offer parking and chargers
• Car Pooling group from Oslo; if you’re lucky enough you might share a ride with our CEO – Tove Andersen
• Our Kafé Matro has Fruit, yoghurt and enough options to get you through the day

We have great working spaces, café (with healthy and varied lunch buffet) and training studio at our office in Asker. You can even do some “forest bathing” to clear your head or spark some new ideas in the forest a few steps from our front door!

Find this interesting? Then we would love to hear from you!

Please write your motivation letter in "Message to Manager" on the application page and attach only your CV.

Application deadline 26th January!

We would like to hear from you even if you don’t think you tick all the boxes and requirements but feel you strongly align with our values and can bring something special to TOMRA

TOMRA does not differentiate on the basis of gender, race or ethnicity, religion, colour, sexual orientation or identity, disability, age, or other protected statuses as given by applicable law. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We use Semac background checks on final candidates as part of our recruitment process.