Innovation Portfolio Manager

Hempel A/S

. Drive development, governance, and continuous improvement of Hempel's innovation portfolio .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeKongens Lyngby • DenmarkMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Innovation Portfolio Management, including governance, process improvement, and resource allocation. Proven ability to align innovation initiatives with business priorities and optimize time-to-market for new solutions.

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Innovation Portfolio ManagementStage-Gate ProcessesProcess ImprovementStakeholder ManagementResource Allocation

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementBusiness Case DevelopmentGovernance FrameworksRisk ManagementDecision-Making FrameworksAgile MethodologiesWaterfall MethodologiesInnovation Development ProcessesPerformance MonitoringTime-to-Market Optimization

Soft Skills

Strategic ThinkingOperational ExecutionCuriosityPragmatismCustomer-Centric Mindset

Tools & Technologies

Portfolio FrameworksTemplatesReporting Capabilities

Industry Keywords

Coatings IndustryInnovation-Driven EnvironmentInternational Collaboration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive development, governance, and continuous improvement of Hempel's innovation portfolio
Bring transparency, structure, and momentum to the innovation portfolio
Oversee portfolio governance and facilitate decision-making
Drive progress through stage-gate processes and promote a fail-fast, learn-fast mindset
Identify opportunities to improve how innovation is managed and executed
Align innovation initiatives with business priorities
Optimize resource allocation across the portfolio
Contribute to reducing time-to-market for innovative solutions
Refine and improve Innovation Development processes and optimize the existing portfolio
Maintain and enhance portfolio frameworks, tools, and templates
Facilitate decision board and governance meetings
Communicate key decisions and priorities to stakeholders
Train and support the organization in Innovation Portfolio Management
Strengthen the innovation data foundation and reporting capabilities
Monitor portfolio performance, resource allocation, and project progress
Document and follow up on key portfolio decisions
Collaborate with stakeholders across functions, seniority levels, and geographies

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years of experience in innovation portfolio management, portfolio management, project management, or PMO roles
A master's degree in engineering, business, finance, science, or a related field
Experience working with Innovation Portfolio Management and/or New Product Development (NPD) Stage Gate processes
Strong skills in process improvement, prioritization, planning, resource allocation, and stakeholder management
Experience with business cases, governance, decision-making frameworks, and risk management
Ability to balance strategic thinking with operational execution
Familiarity with agile and/or waterfall methodologies
Experience working in an international and innovation-driven environment
Curious, pragmatic, and able to balance big-picture thinking with execution
Interest in physical and digital technology-driven solutions
Customer-centric mindset and solid business understanding
Knowledge of the coatings industry is an advantage
Ability to submit application and CV in English

Benefits

Comp & perks

Great opportunities for development in a growing global company
Inclusive workplace where employees can bring their authentic selves to work
Workplace built on shared trust, mutual respect, and support
Opportunity to contribute to Hempel's global impact
Exposure to stakeholders across functions, seniority levels, and geographies