Senior Manager, Strategy & Project Management Office (m/f/d)

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We are now looking for a Senior Manager Strategy & Project Management Office (m/f/d) to drive the development and execution of UPM Communication Papers’ strategy. The position will start as of October 2025 and will be preferably based in Helsinki, Finland or Augsburg, Germany. Other locations will be considered.

Greetings from your future manager

If you’re passionate about shaping and executing strategies that drive long-term value creation, this is a unique opportunity to elevate a global business to the next level. You’ll work across the organization to challenge the status quo, build new capabilities, and make a lasting impact on performance. Camille Farrow, Vice President Strategy & Development, UPM Communication Papers

What you will do

• Drive the development and execution of UPM Communication Papers’ strategy, including business model optimization and capability building, aiming for excellence across all areas of the business
• Lead high-impact strategic projects to enable resilient business performance and strengthen our position as the partner of choice for customers
• Partner with key stakeholders across Sales, Supply Chain, Operations, and MSC (Marketing, Sustainability, Communication) to deliver future-ready capabilities, challenge the status quo and deliver bottom-line impact in a global environment
• Oversee the Project Management Office (PMO), ensuring cross-functional strategic initiatives are well-governed, aligned with business priorities, and delivered on time and within scope.  Provide regular updates to Business Area leadership on strategic initiatives and project status

Who you are

• You hold a Master’s, PhD, or MBA in Business, Engineering, Sciences, or Economics
• You have a solid understanding of digital processes and solutions, and how they can drive business transformation
• You have a strong strategic mindset, with proven ability to develop and implement business strategies in complex environments
• You combine analytical rigor with conceptual thinking, enabling you to translate insights into actionable initiatives that drive tangible value
• You bring a commercial orientation and operational discipline, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively
• You’re a confident communicator and skilled stakeholder manager, able to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence at all levels
• You communicate fluently in English; additional languages are an asset
• Experience in strategy consulting is a plus
• Exposure to the process industry and experience across diverse roles, companies, and geographies is preferred

This is what we offer to you

• A meaningful job: We have an inspiring purpose "We renew the everyday for a future beyond fossils”. Our work is impactful and transformative. 
• A caring community: Our community is built on great team spirit and shared commitment. We care about each other and the well-being of our colleagues. We support the work-life balance of all our employees.
• Development opportunities: We offer you great opportunities to learn and grow throughout your career. We are an international, multi-business organization offering plenty of avenues for personal growth.
• Responsible employer: Sustainability is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to ambitious, science-based sustainability targets in all areas, from climate change mitigation to enhancing biodiversity. We foster diversity and inclusivity, offering a work environment in which everyone can be themselves.

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Additional information

Please apply and attach your CV and cover letter by 5th September 2025. Please note that we accept only applications submitted through our online application system. We begin reviewing applications as they are received, and you may be contacted before the application deadline.

For support with submitting your application, please contact the HR Service Center at [email protected] or tel. +4949634011522 for Germany or +358204146600 for Finland.

For UPM positions located in Finland, a security background check may be performed for those selected in accordance with the company recruitment guidelines and the Security Clearance Act 726/2014

UPM is a material solutions company, renewing products and entire value chains with an extensive portfolio of renewable fibres, advanced materials, decarbonization solutions, and communication papers. Our performance in sustainability has been recognized by third parties, including EcoVadis and the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices. We operate globally and employ approximately 15,800 people worldwide, with annual sales of approximately €10.3 billion. Our shares are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki Ltd.
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