Business Development at JYSK, Project Manager or Senior Project Manager

Will you help shape the future of one of Europe's leading Retailers? As a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager in Business Development, you will play an important role in driving strategic initiatives and transformations across JYSK's international organisation. Working closely with Executive Management, Country Management Teams and Functional Leadership, you will help identify opportunities, solve business challenges and ensure execution of key priorities across markets and functions.

Based at our Head Office in Aarhus, you will join a team at the centre of JYSK's strategic agenda and gain unique insight into the business while contributing to the company's continued growth and development.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

Business Development acts as JYSK's internal consulting and transformation function. We are a team of ten colleagues working directly with Executive Management, Country Management Teams and Functional Leadership to solve critical business challenges and deliver measurable results across markets and functions.

Our projects are closely linked to JYSK's strategic priorities, and you will gain broad exposure to areas such as omnichannel retail, stores, logistics and digital initiatives while working closely with the business and our customers.

You will join a collaborative team with strong dynamics, work closely with senior stakeholders, gain valuable development opportunities, and have the chance to make a visible impact on JYSK's future growth.

Furthermore, we offer you:

• A key role in driving strategic and transformational projects across JYSK's international organisation
• Close collaboration with Executive Management and senior stakeholders across countries and functions
• A unique opportunity to gain broad business insight and build a strong internal network
• Professional and personal development in an international retail company with ambitious growth plans
• An ambitious and supportive team environment with a strong focus on collaboration and learning
• Attractive staff benefits and special discounts within the Lars Larsen Group
• Internal training and development opportunities to support your continued development

WHAT YOUR NEXT JOB WILL BE ABOUT

Your tasks and responsibilities in the job include:

• Structure complex business challenges and identify root causes.
• Develop analyses, business cases and actionable recommendations.
• Present insights and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Facilitate workshops and align stakeholders across functions and markets.
• Lead strategic and cross-functional initiatives from idea to implementation.
• Drive change management, governance and value realisation.
• Deliver measurable business impact across JYSK.

Project Manager

Lead workstreams and smaller to medium-sized projects. Build analyses and business cases, facilitate workshops, coordinate stakeholders and drive successful implementation.
Typical background: 3-7 years within project management, consulting, PMO, strategy or business development.

Senior Project Manager

Drive complex projects and programs and act as a trusted sparring partner to directors and senior leaders. Develop transformation strategies, coach project managers and graduates, drive cross-functional change and influence key business decisions.
Typical background: 7+ years of relevant experience delivering complex transformation programs.

WHAT SHOULD YOU BRING

We are looking for a new colleague who has:

• Strong project/program management skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Strategic mindset with strong business acumen (retail experience is a plus)
• Executive communication and stakeholder management skills
• Change management and facilitation experience
• Ability to drive execution and deliver results

IS THIS YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY? Apply today!

If you have any questions regarding the position, please contact Sr. Business Development Manager, Carl Appelt at +45 40 64 70 07 or Sr. Business Development Manager, Mette Tinsfeldt at +45 29 25 59 94.

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• Project manager or
• Senior project manager

ABOUT US

We believe our employees are key to our success. That is why we strive to offer development and possibilities of growing and finding new challenges within JYSK. Since our founder, Lars Larsen, opened his first store in Denmark in 1979, JYSK has expanded our global presence with stores and web shops in countries around the world.

Our three fundamental JYSK Values – Tradesman, Colleague and Corporate Spirit – express the behaviour and attitude that we can expect from each other. We trust each other, and we believe in Empowerment and freedom with responsibility. We also take pride in rewarding engagement and a great effort among our employees. With the right attitude, opportunities abound in JYSK.

JYSK wants to include everyone, no matter the age, gender identity, race, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, ethnicity, and experience. Together, we secure our inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our employees. Because a great mix of minds, talents and unique personalities makes us a stronger team.

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