Project Leader

Job Description

Change how the world lives. One product at a time.

At the Electrolux Group, a leading global appliance company, we strive every day to shape living for the better for our consumers, our people, and our planet. We share ideas and collaborate so that together, we can develop solutions that deliver enjoyable and sustainable living.

Come join us as you are. We believe diverse perspectives make us stronger and more innovative. In our global community of people from 100+ countries, we listen to each other, actively contribute, and grow together.

Join us in our exciting quest to build the future home.

About The Role

 Within the Global R&D site, the Food Preparation – Oven Category team is looking for a highly motivated Project Leader to lead the development and industrialization of oven platforms and projects, ensuring technical excellence, cost competitiveness, and on-time delivery.

This role is responsible for leading the development and industrialization of oven platforms and projects, ensuring delivery against quality, cost, timing, and feature targets. Acting as the key interface between R&D, Business Areas, Manufacturing, Procurement, and external partners, the Project Leader drives alignment, execution, and successful project delivery.

A Typical Day

In this position, you will lead cross-functional projects from design concept to industrialization, ensuring alignment on scope, timing, cost, and technical targets.

You will interact globally with different R&D departments as well as with the Business Areas.

In detail, you will:

• Lead and coordinate cross-functional development projects, ensuring delivery against Quality, Cost, Delivery, Budget and Feature targets.
• Drive project planning and execution, including management of scope, schedule, budget, risks, reporting, and mitigation actions.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and stakeholders, facilitating decision-making, issue resolution, and alignment throughout the project lifecycle.
• Lead project governance processes, milestone reviews, and management reporting.
• Drive risk management and change control processes.

Ensure industrialization readiness by coordinating manufacturing, suppliers, and project stakeholders to support successful product launch and ramp-up. Champion continuous improvement in project management practices and development processes.

Who You Are

• Agile - You work with urgency, analysing and adapting to different situations, quickly understanding changes and reacting confidently and decisively.  You can manage multiple projects at the same time.
• Analytical - With an eye for detail and the ability to interpret complex data, you can also translate this into meaningful, useful information that informs decision-making.
• Creative - You are open minded about where ideas come from and how they can be applied to enable innovation.
• A Team Player - You nurture and develop relationships that implement innovation.
• Organised - You set the pace and the priorities, and then you bring a methodical approach to meeting your goals.
• Problem Solving - You see challenge as opportunity, demonstrate flexibility in thinking, and adapts to and manages the increasing rate of change.

Required Experience & Skills

• University degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or similar)
• Proven experience in project leadership, program management, or product development project management, preferably within manufacturing, consumer products, or home appliances.
• Strong understanding of product development processes and proven project management capabilities, including planning, scheduling, execution, and risk management in a cross-functional environment.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, global environment.

Work Rights Requirement

We are only accepting applications from candidates with unrestricted work rights in Australia, including:

• Australian Citizens or Permanent Residents of Australia
• Holders of a valid Visa with unrestricted work rights in Australia

Please note: Applicants who require employer sponsorship or have restrictions on their working rights will not be considered for this position.

Why work for Electrolux?

Step into a career with a Global Leader in Home Appliances, where innovation meets purpose, and people are at the heart of everything we do.

• Join a Global Leader in Home Appliances
• Proud to be the only white goods manufacturer with a manufacturing of cooking appliances in Australia.
• Take advantage of exclusive discounts on our products for you, your family, and friends.
• We offer free onsite parking, so your day starts and ends with ease.
• Our Mentorship Program connects you with experienced leaders to support your personal and professional development.
• Stay healthy with annual onsite flu shots, skin checks plus access to wellness sessions and webinars to support your physical and mental health.
• Join a workplace that celebrates diversity, equity, and inclusion, backed by our dedicated DEI Committee.

As part of the Electrolux Group, we will continuously invest in you and your development. There are no barriers to where your career could take you!

Find out more on www.electroluxgroup.com