Operational Project Manager - Björn Axén

We are looking for

Björn Axén, a leader in professional hair care, is seeking an Operational Project Manager for a one-year maternity cover. In this hands-on role within the marketing team, you will take the lead on projects and coordinate campaigns and activities across both brand and key retail partners, ensuring effective planning and seamless execution. Your strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and proactive mindset will be key to success in this dynamic environment.
This is a great opportunity to grow and make a real impact.

Responsibilities and tasks

• Oversee resource and project planning, including budget coordination.
• Manage and execute 360° marketing campaigns, events, and promotions.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and with high quality.
• Coordinate marketing material production with agencies and suppliers.
  Deliver marketing materials and coordinate activities in collaboration with key retailers.
• Drive and coordinate collaborations with internal teams and external partners.
• Track and evaluate campaign performance.

Qualifications

We’re looking for a driven and organized team player with a hands-on mindset and a clear, open communication style. You thrive in a fast-paced, global environment and understand the value of customer service in an international business model. With a fearless and flexible approach, you adapt easily to change, take initiative, and enjoy finding new solutions. Ideally, you bring experience from the retail or lifestyle sector, digital marketing skills, and a solid understanding of global market dynamics. A curious, entrepreneurial spirit and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders will serve you well in this role.

Key qualifications:

• Minimum 2–3 years of operational project management experience within lifestyle, retail, or FMCG, B2C.
• Experience working with events, campaigns, and marketing activities.
• At least 2-3 years of experience in project or production management of 360° campaigns.
• Strong ability to create added value for clients.
• Familiar with project management tools.
• Education in marketing, communication, or similar fields.
• Strong understanding of brand communication and marketing strategies.
• Experience working with agencies, suppliers, and external partners.
• Structured, solution-oriented, and detail-focused.
• Proficient in both Swedish and English, spoken and written.

About the company

The first Björn Axén products were launched in 1984, and the brand was awarded the Royal Warrant to The Court of Sweden. Today, Björn Axén continues to provide hairdressing services to the Royal Court of Sweden, as well as serving the Swedish market and offering hair products globally. The company maintains high standards for both its products and distribution. Björn Axén aims to be more than just a haircare brand; it is driven by a desire to enhance people's well-being and self-esteem. Through attentiveness, craftsmanship, and expertise, the brand strives to make a difference in people's lives by offering ‘affordable luxury’.

Other information

This is a temporary position, one year, based at Björn Axén's head office in Stockholm, starting mid July 2025. If this opportunity excites you, we encourage you to apply today with your resume. The selection and interview process are ongoing, so don’t miss your chance to join our dynamic team!

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