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About The Job

We are seeking a dynamic leader to manage and drive the Global Automation and Electrical organization, strategy, and development within our Food Systems business unit (BU FOS). In this role, you will have leadership responsibility for the electrical and automation department in Engineering & Supply (E&S) in Copenhagen, as well as functional leadership for our seven E&S sites worldwide. Your mission will be to develop standardized electrical and automation solutions globally, transforming them into a competitive advantage for BU FOS. Your tasks will be:

• Ensure excellent cross-functional collaboration within the global electrical and automation network across E&S sites.
• Plan and coordinate project work to secure optimal utilization of resources globally.
• Develop and implement strategic programs for electrical and automation offerings in BU FOS.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and implement effective solutions.
• Capture customer feedback on plant reliability and improvement ideas to enhance future designs.
• Support sales, engineering, and project management to ensure design and offerings meet customer expectations.
• Foster a business culture with a high level of customer centricity.
• Stimulate, motivate, and inspire team members through emotional involvement, acting as a positive role model.

At Alfa Laval, we embrace a hybrid work model, providing you the flexibility to work from home when it aligns with your tasks. This position is based at our Copenhagen office, with an expected travel commitment of approximately 30-50 days per year.
What You Know
You hold an engineering degree at the university level, with a deep and comprehensive knowledge of electrical and automation engineering. This robust educational background equips you with the technical expertise required to excel in your field. Your skill set extends beyond technical know-how, encompassing strong leadership and management abilities. You have significant project management experience, allowing you to oversee complex projects from inception to completion with precision and efficiency.
Additionally, you possess a keen understanding of business principles, enabling you to align engineering projects with broader organizational goals. Your financial understanding further complements your business acumen, allowing you to manage budgets and financial aspects of projects effectively.
About You
You are an individual with a truly open and global mindset, always eager to embrace new perspectives and cultures. Your structured and organized approach ensures that you handle tasks efficiently and effectively, maintaining clarity and order in everything you do.
Communication is one of your key strengths; you excel at conveying ideas clearly and listening attentively to others, fostering an environment of mutual understanding. As a natural team player, you thrive in collaborative settings, contributing positively and working harmoniously with colleagues. Your ability to motivate and commit others is a testament to your leadership skills, inspiring those around you to achieve their best.
Moreover, you possess a strong service and customer-oriented mindset, always putting the needs of clients and customers first. Your dedication to delivering exceptional service and ensuring customer satisfaction is evident in all your interactions.
For more information, please contact.
Head of Project Engineering BU FOS, Per Martinsen + 45 29275515 or
per.martinsen@alfalaval.com
Talent Acquisition Partner, Claus Wiinholt on
Claus.Wiinholt@AlfaLaval.Com
Please send your application and resume through the link below no later than 30st of June 2024
We are conducting a continuous review of received applications. We do not accept applications via email, they will be deleted, due to General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
We look forward to hearing from you soon!

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• Ensure excellent cross-functional collaboration within the global electrical and automation network across E&S sites.
• Plan and coordinate project work to secure optimal utilization of resources globally.
• Develop and implement strategic programs for electrical and automation offerings in BU FOS.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and implement effective solutions.
• Capture customer feedback on plant reliability and improvement ideas to enhance future designs.
• Support sales, engineering, and project management to ensure design and offerings meet customer expectations.
• Foster a business culture with a high level of customer centricity.
• Stimulate, motivate, and inspire team members through emotional involvement, acting as a positive role model