IT Project Manager, Manufacturing & Supply Chain - Global IT

Right now, we are looking for a new colleague for our team who will support the execution of IT projects, playing an integral part in transforming our business processes, optimizing efficiency, and promoting growth through effective use of technology. If you have good project management- and communication skills, and a strong interest in technology, this could be the ideal opportunity for you.

Join Hearing Aids IT supporting the Hearing Aids business of Demant

You will be part of Manufacturing and Supply Chain, located in Global IT, where we deliver IT solutions for the Hearing Aids Business of Demant, including Global Operations.
You will join a team of 44 people located in Denmark, Poland and Mexico. Here, you will find other IT Project Managers, IT Application Consultants, IT Managers and IT Solution Architects.

Implementation of a Planning system and a new ERP solution for Global Operations

You will be a key player in implementing a new planning system (Kinaxis) in our Planning department. Here, you will take on the role as IT Project Manager and, together with the Business Project Manager, plan the full project life cycle. Furthermore, you will set direction, lead, engage and motivate an IT project team as well as sub-contractors to deliver the project scope within agreed time, quality, scope and budget. In time, you will also be one of the IT Track Leads in our ERP program. To sum up, you can look forward to the following responsibilities:

• Work out the Business Case together with the Business Process Owner and hold this as a foundation for decision making throughout the project life cycle.
• Conduct stakeholder analysis, scope the project, set project objectives and establish the relevant project organization, as part of the project charter for approval.
• Lead a project team to deliver large and complex IT deliverables in close cooperation with the Business Project Manager, Business Process Owners and Project Owner.
• Manage the project’s stakeholders in Global IT, Global Operations and Finance.
• Support the change management of the project, together with the Business Project Manager, and make sure the implementation is well adopted when the project goes live.

Being part of a Global Organization

Demant is a global company with more than 22,000 global colleagues, who all use our IT solutions. – To ensure this, you will have more than 800 colleagues across Europe, US and the Asia Pacific region supporting you. To connect with them and drive your approach in the most optimal way, you should expect 10-20 days of travelling each year.

Experience with Supply Chain processes and Project Management principles

To succeed in the job, you need to have a good understanding of supply chain processes and ERP systems. Furthermore, you see yourself leading IT projects in a virtual and global world. Furthermore, you have a good understanding of project management principles and methodologies, and you combine this with good interpersonal and stakeholder management skills. Finally, you make use of a proactive and creative approach to problem-solving.
You probably have a bachelor’s or master’s degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field. In your current position, you are most likely working as an IT Project Manager or similar with a focus on ERP systems within the area Manufacturing and Supply Chain Management. To sum up, we are looking for a new colleague who has the following qualifications:

• Some years of experience in IT project management or a similar role.
• Good understanding of project management principles and methodologies.
• Understanding of both Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall methodologies.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.

Join the team and become part of Global IT at Demant

If this sounds exciting, please send your CV and application as soon as possible. The application deadline is March 6, 2025. You will hear from us again after the application deadline. 

If you would like to hear more about the job, you are welcome to contact Director for Manufacturing & Supply Chain, Mia Agergaard Jacobsen on +45 22 36 82 06. 

We look forward to hearing from you.

We will begin to invite candidates for interviews after the application deadline. The first-round interviews are scheduled for the 19th and 20th of March. You can expect the final round of interviews to be held on the 24th and 26th of March. 

At Demant we value diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) and we are committed to creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of ethnic background, personality, age, gender, and education. Diversity is part of our cultural DNA. Women in STEM areas are particularly encouraged to apply, as Demant supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 5 on gender equality.

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