Global Outbound Project Manager

Scania is undergoing a transformation from being a supplier of trucks, buses and engines to a supplier of complete and sustainable transport solutions.
For Scania, our people are the most valuable asset. The strong and supportive culture of Scania provides an organizational environment where each individual is seen, respected and can contribute. We trust each other to act and make decisions, and we believe in a more flexible future workplace based on individual needs
Are you looking for new challenges and want to take on an exciting role where you can combine your skills within Project Management, Supply Chain and automotive then this is something for you!
Background
Outbound responsibilities stretches globally and we secure that our customers, no matter location, receive their products on time through a multi modal, efficient and sustainable network. Come join this journey to further develop our capability road map and to continuously enhance the business efficiency!
Responsibilities
As a Project Manager within our Global Outbound team, you will lead key projects focused on the integration and optimization of information flow and technology platforms. Your role will be pivotal in managing projects from inception through to successful implementation, ensuring they deliver value, enhance user experience, and achieve the business goals.
You will lead projects that integrate both agile and waterfall methodologies to suit our dynamic project environments. Your role will involve identifying and resolving bottlenecks and dependencies, as well as prioritizing resources to maximize project benefits. You will ensure that projects are delivered on time, within scope, and align with our strategic objectives, maintaining a balance between big-picture thinking and attention to detail.
In this role you will team up with our Business Process Owner and our Process Developer to shape the present and the future of Scania and TRATON outbound logistics.
Project Leadership and Management: Set and oversee project timelines, budgets, resources, and risks, ensuring projects align with strategic goals.
Technology Integration: Facilitate the integration of new technology solutions into existing business processes to enhance operational efficiency.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with IT and business units to ensure projects meet functional needs and are implemented smoothly.
Hybrid Project Management: Apply both agile and waterfall methodologies to manage projects effectively across different scenarios.
Resource Optimization: Prioritize and allocate limited resources in the most effective manner to ensure project success, while also building engagement and buy-in to secure collaboration across resources beyond the outbound organization.
Change Management: Lead transformative projects by managing change effectively, ensuring stakeholder alignment and smooth transition to new methods and systems within the outbound logistics framework.
Problem Resolution: Proactively identify and resolve project bottlenecks and dependencies

Your profile
We seek a dynamic individual who thrives in complex project environments and is adept at using technology to solve business problems. We are looking for a strategic thinker who is capable of both high-level and detailed analysis and management. You should excel in multitasking and conflict resolution, with strong capabilities in building consensus and communicating effectively across all organizational levels.
Educational Background: A degree in Project Management, Information Technology, or similar.
Professional Experience: Experience in project management, preferably within the logistics or automotive sectors.
Skills and Abilities: Problem-solving skills, adaptability to changing environments, and strong communication skills.
Strategic and Detail-Oriented: Ability to see the larger strategic context while managing detailed aspects of projects.
Conflict Resolution and Consensus Building: Skilled in navigating conflicts, fostering agreement, and building stakeholder buy-in.
Effective Communication: Able to tailor communication styles to different audiences, from operational teams to high management.
End-to-End Process Understanding: Comprehensive understanding of the outbound logistics flow from planning through to delivery, including interface with extended cross-functions such as production, supply chain planning, commercial operations, among others.
Mastery in Presentation and Design: Strong presentation and analytical skills to clearly articulate project status and plans, business cases, escalations, and facilitate decision making.



What we offer
We can offer you a dynamic workplace with diverse and challenging tasks in a hybrid work setup, meaning you can work from home a few days a week if the job allows. In addition to career and development opportunities, as an employee at Scania, we can offer you other benefits such as wellness allowance, performance bonuses, occupational pension, flexible working hours, lunch at a reduced price, the opportunity for a staff car and much more. If you live in Stockholm, we also offer a direct bus service between Stockholm and Södertälje with Scania Jobexpress.
For more information
Please contact Jenny Wangson, Outbound Development Manager (OPED), +46 702 337 4366, jenny.wangson@scania.com
Application
Please send your application with your CV, cover letter and certificates.
Please apply via scania.com no later than May 21st 2024 .A background check is conducted for this position
Scania is a world-leading supplier of transport solutions. Together with our partners and customers, we drive the transition to a sustainable transport system. In 2022, we delivered 80,238 trucks, 4,994 buses and 13,400 industrial and marine engines to our customers. Net sales amounted to more than SEK 170 billion, of which over 21 percent was service-related. Scania was founded in 1891 and today operates in more than 100 countries and has approximately 57,000 employees. Research and development is mainly concentrated in Sweden. Manufacturing takes place in Europe and Latin America, with regional product centers in Africa, Asia and Eurasia. Scania is part of the TRATON GROUP. For more information visit: www.scania.com