Project Manager - Separation Technologies

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About the Company Pioneering positive impact! Our pioneering 140-year-old start-up culture is built on the idea that partnership is the key to solving complex problems and unlocking the full potential of resources. So we collaborate closely with our partners, customers, and thought leaders to create game-changing solutions that challenge conventional thinking on quality, efficiency, and innovation. United by a shared commitment to creating positive impact we’re reshaping vital industries, like energy, food, pharma, water, and shipping, to optimize efficiency, reduce emissions, and increase yields. Together, we’re building business success, elevating the quality of life across society, and driving progress towards a more sustainable world. Alfa Laval is a leading global provider of first-rate products in the areas of heat transfer, separation and fluid handling. With these as its base, Alfa Laval aims to help enhance the productivity and competitiveness of its customers in various industries throughout the world. We define their challenges and deliver sustainable products and solutions that meet their requirements. Alfa Laval today has customers in some 100 countries, employs more than 23,600 people, and annual sales were SEK 69.7 billion (6.3 BEUR) in 2025. The company is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. Alfa Laval contributes to 15 of the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals. Our solutions make a difference in daily life. You can learn more on our website about how our products work, and how they are used in industries worldwide. About the Job This is a high-impact opportunity to join an inclusive and diverse organization. Based at the Alfa Laval office in São Paulo, Brazil , this role focuses on managing and executing customer projects for our Separation Technologies portfolio (Disc Stack Centrifuges, Decanters, and Membrane Systems) serving customers in the Food (Protein, Oils & Fats, Beverages, Biofuels) & Pharma Industries . As a Project Manager , you will play a key role in ensuring contract fulfillment, correct project delivery, and a superior customer experience for all projects sold by the Capital Sales team of Separation. If you are looking for a position that challenges you to grow, strengthen your technical and project management expertise, and make a real impact on customer satisfaction and operational success, we want to hear from you. Key Responsibilities Project Leadership & Customer Experience: Act as the primary focal point and trusted partner for the customer during the execution phase. Ensure the correct delivery of all projects sold by the Capital Sales team, manage contract expectations, and drive a superior customer experience. Planning & Execution: Design, communicate, and implement an operational plan for completing the project, ensuring all technical and commercial contract requirements are strictly met. Performance & Cost Control: Monitor progress and performance against the project plan. Rigorously manage the project budget and financials, controlling costs and optimizing margins to ensure overall project profitability. Problem Solving: Take proactive action to resolve operational problems, mitigate risks, and minimize delays throughout the project lifecycle. Resource Management & Internal Collaboration: Identify, develop, and gather the resources necessary to complete the project. Liaise with other operational areas (engineering, technical, supply chain, service operations) to secure specialized resources and contributions. Contractor Management: Select and manage the activities of outside contractors to ensure they are seamlessly integrated into the project and deliver satisfactory standards of service. Field Operations: Supervise projects on-site and actively participate in commissioning and start-up phases together with internal or external service engineers. Post-Delivery Support: Manage troubleshooting and provide technical support during the warranty period to maintain high customer satisfaction. Who You Are You are a self-motivated professional with a curious mind, high energy, and a unique blend of technical execution expertise and commercial acumen. You possess a natural ability to build fruitful relationships and influence stakeholders in international, cross-cultural environments, acting as a trusted partner to our customers. Embodying Alfa Laval’s core drivers - Action, Interaction, and Satisfaction, you are agile in handling complex project financials and field operations alike. Result-oriented and resilient in the face of obstacles, you prioritize effectively and always seek to deliver the highest satisfaction and value to the end customer. Core Behaviors Customer Focus: You have an "outside-in" perspective, deeply understanding the customer’s operational and business needs to exceed expectations and deliver a superior experience. Networking & Influencing: You are a natural collaborator who easily builds trust. You can mobilize internal resources and effectively manage external stakeholders to ensure project success. Drive for Results: You are highly accountable and self-motivated. You maintain focus under pressure, control project costs and timelines rigorously, and dare to take the initiative to surpass goals. Profile & Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Mechatronics, or related fields). Background: Experience: Minimum of 5-7 years of solid experience in project management, with a proven track record bridging technical field execution and financial/contractual management, preferably dealing with capital equipment, industrial plants, or turnkey solutions. Project & Commercial Acumen: Demonstrated ability to manage project budgets, contract clauses, and direct customer negotiations during the execution phase. Industry Knowledge: Proven experience in the Food & Beverage industry is highly desirable. Familiarity with Separation Equipment (Centrifuges, Decanters, Membrane Systems) is a strong advantage. Field Expertise: Previous hands-on experience with site supervision, contractor management, and commissioning/start-up routines. Languages (Mandatory): Native or Fluent Portuguese. Advanced or Fluent English (mandatory for global interactions). Complementary Information Travel: Availability to travel up to 50% of the time across Brazil for site supervision, commissioning, and customer meetings. Location: This is an on-site position based at the Alfa Laval office in São Paulo, Brazil. Report Line: This position will report to the Capital Sales Manager of the Separation Business Unit.