Operations Resource Lead
Swedish Match
Do you have a sharp analytical mindset and a passion for optimization? Join Swedish Match in a key coordination role where you’ll work with capacity calculations, production planning, and cross-functional improvement initiatives. Be part of an international supply chain setup in transformation – and help shape the future of smoke-free production in Silkeborg.
Bridge planning and production in a key coordination role
In this new and important position, you will act as the vital link between production and supply planning – ensuring that what’s planned is also achievable in the production.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Monitor and align capacity data from machines and resources
- Coordinate changes, deviations, and improvements with production teams
- Secure up-to-date inputs to the Site Integrated Planning (SIP) team
- Drive cross-functional collaboration on training, maintenance, and workforce planning
- Support the optimization of performance, delivery, cost, and sustainability
This is both an operational and tactical role with a strong focus on coordination, data insights, and enabling flow across functions. You will also support the implementation of Philip Morris International’s integrated manufacturing structure in Silkeborg in connection with the ongoing merging process between PMI and Swedish Match.
Experience and qualifications
The ideal candidate has at least five years of experience in a manufacturing or supply chain environment – preferably within supply chain planning or a production support function. A solid understanding of manufacturing processes, combined with analytical strength and coordination skills, is essential to succeed in this role.
Professional qualifications:
- Relevant educational background – e.g. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, or a technical high school diploma
- Solid knowledge of production planning and scheduling systems
- Strong analytical skills and experience with reporting on uptime, downtime, and capacity
- Familiar with manufacturing support processes such as maintenance, engineering, staffing plans, and training
- Experience with Lean, TPM, or similar continuous improvement methodologies
- Fluent in both English and Danish
Personal characteristics:
- Works independently with a proactive and structured approach
- Comfortable navigating across teams and coordinating diverse stakeholders
- Communicates clearly and ensures alignment between plans and execution
- Analytical and detail-oriented with a strong sense of ownership
- Brings energy, reliability, and a collaborative mindset to daily operations
About Swedish Match Denmark
Swedish Match Denmark is part of the Swedish Match Group, which was acquired by Philip Morris International in 2022. Swedish Match Denmark is Scandinavia’s largest producer of smoke-free nicotine products – including snus, nicotine pouches, and chewing tobacco – and is committed to improving public health by offering a widely recognized, less harmful alternative to cigarettes.
The Danish organization employs approximately 210 people, and production is based in Silkeborg. Swedish Match Denmark is known for its flat structure, cross-functional collaboration, and informal culture focused on efficiency and shared progress. As part of a global group, cross-border collaboration is encouraged to align technical standards and share project learnings.
Interested?
This is a unique opportunity to join a globally recognized company during an exciting phase of transformation and expansion. You will have the chance to make a direct impact while growing professionally in an international setting.
The recruitment process is carried out in collaboration with the consulting company Compass Human Resources Group. If you want to learn more about this position before submitting your CV, please do not hesitate to contact Senior Consultant, Claus Mengel-Niemann at + 45 22 63 33 77. As we process CVs continuously, we encourage you to submit your CV at your earliest convenience if you are interested. Please note that all enquiries will be handled with confidentiality and that we will reply to the email address from which you send your CV.
Deadline for applications: As soon as possible
Workplace: Silkeborg
Reference: 2512.129
Company: Swedish Match
