Rockwool

Project Manager

Rockwool$105K — $120K *
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in Supply Chain, Operations, Continuous Improvement (CI), or Operational Excellence.
  • Strong grasp of project management fundamentals including planning and risk management.
  • Practical knowledge of Lean/CI principles like A3, PDCA, and DMAIC.
  • Solid business acumen to connect project outcomes with service and performance metrics.
  • Comfortable using KPIs and data to drive discussions and decisions.
  • Proven capability to influence stakeholders and mobilize teams.
  • Calm and resilient under pressure, able to manage complexity effectively.

Responsibilities

  • Drive execution of Supply Chain improvement initiatives from start to finish.
  • Translate project scope into detailed delivery plans with clear milestones.
  • Establish a review process that maintains project momentum and accountability.
  • Proactively manage risks and dependencies to minimize project disruptions.
  • Prevent scope creep by ensuring governance protocols are followed.
  • Keep stakeholders informed on project status and risk mitigation options.
  • Ensure effective knowledge transfer and project closing procedures.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, massage therapy, and vision plans from Day 1.
  • Retirement pension matching program.
  • Generous paid time off, holidays, and parental leave top-up plans.
  • Educational assistance and focus on career growth.
  • Wellness perks including fitness reimbursement and EAP access.
  • Safety-focused programs with company-provided PPE.
Full Job Description

We are looking for a talented and experienced Project Manager to lead a team of Supply Chain Projects and Development and drive best‑in‑class strategies across ROCKWOOL’s North American manufacturing network.

The annual base salary range for this position is $105,000 - $120,000 CAD. Your base salary is determined based on location, experience and the pay of employees in similar positions.

Your future team:

You will become part of the Supply Chain Development Team and will be reporting to the CI Program Manager, North America.

What you will be doing:

TheProject Managerdrivesdisciplined deliveryofSupply Chain continuous improvement initiatives, turningapproved decisionsintopredictable executionandmeasurable results. This role ensures projects stayon scope,on track, andoutcome-focusedby managingplans,risks,dependencies, andgovernance requirementswithrigor. Working closely withbusiness owners, CI Program ManagerandCI Coach, the Project Manager enablessuccessful implementationand helpsembed changesintodaily operationstosustain performance gains.

  • Drive disciplined execution of approved Supply Chain improvement initiatives from kickoff to close on time, on scope, and on outcome.

  • Convert agreed scope into clear delivery plans with milestones, owners, dependencies, and decision points.

  • Establish a strong delivery cadence (reviews, actions, escalations) that keeps momentum and accountability high.

  • Identify and manage risks, constraints, and cross-functional dependencies early removing blockers before they impact results.

  • Protect initiative integrity by preventing scope drift and routing changes through governance for informed decisions.

  • Provide transparent status, risks, and recovery options to the Manager, Improvement Delivery and key stakeholders.

  • Partner with Finance and Performance & Insights to track benefits, validate outcomes, and support sustainment in operations.

  • Ensure clean project close by transitioning ownership, documentation, and standard work back to the business to prevent regression.

What you bring:

  • 5 68+ years of experience delivering cross-functional initiatives in Supply Chain, Operations, CI, or Operational Excellence.

  • Strong project management fundamentals: planning, cadence, risk management, stakeholder alignment, and disciplined follow-through.

  • Working knowledge of Lean/CI principles (e.g., A3, PDCA, DMAIC) applied pragmatically to real operations.

  • Solid business acumenable to connect delivery work to service, cost, risk reduction, and performance outcomes.

  • Data confidence: comfortable using KPIs, baselines, and benefits tracking to drive fact-based discussions.

  • Proven ability to influence without authority and mobilize business owners to deliver commitments.

  • Calm, structured, and resilient under pressure; able to simplify complexity and keep teams focused.

  • PMP, Lean/Six Sigma, and/or PROSCI certification is an asset (or equivalent demonstrated capability).

What we offer:

  • Competitive Pay & Benefits from Day 1: Comprehensive medical, dental, massage therapy, and vision plans.

  • Retirement Pension Matching Program

  • Paid Time Off:Generous PTO, paid holidays, and top up plans for maternity and paternity leave.

  • Educational Assistance & Career Growth:Invest in your future.

  • Wellness Perks: Fitness reimbursement and EAP access.

  • Safety First:Company-provided PPE and programs to keep you protected.

Work Environment & Conditions:

  • Our offices are thoughtfully designed to foster collaboration, creativity, and opportunities for social engagement, allowing employees to find balance and bring their best selves to work.

  • ROCKWOOL believes in giving back to the communities where we operate. Our offices worldwide engage in philanthropic initiatives, community involvement, and sustainability efforts that contribute to improving society and the environment. We encourage our employees to get involved and make a positive impact in the communities we serve.

Diverse and Inclusive Culture:

We want all our people to feel valued, respected, included and heard. We employ 79 different nationalities worldwide and are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees, promote diversity, and work against all forms of discrimination among ROCKWOOL employees.

At ROCKWOOL, you will experience a friendly team environment. Our culture is very important to us. In fact, we refer to our culture as The ROCKWOOL Way. This is the foundation in which we operate and is based upon our values of ambition, responsibility, integrity and efficiency.

About Rockwool

Rockwool International A/S, also known as the ROCKWOOL Group, is a Danish multinational manufacturer of mineral wool products headquartered in Hedehusene, Greater Copenhagen, Denmark. The company's product range is focused on insulation for technical installations, building insulation, industrial insulation, and soundproofing. The company operates in 39 countries across Europe, North America, and Asia. The ROCKWOOL Group employs over 11,700 people and generated ?2.9 billion in revenue in 2020.
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