Project Leader Dual Sourcing R&D Asia

Scania is now undergoing a transformation from being a supplier of trucks, buses and engines to a supplier of complete and sustainable transport solutions.In addition, to be a global champion, Scania must strengthen its presence in China. This ambition requires an R&D organisation that can develop, maintain, and further improves the aimed product portfolio.

The speed and the quality of our strategy execution will be the most important differentiator in the coming years ahead. Both the product- and the R&D organisation are now in the start-up phase. If you enjoy being a first-mover in executing bold strategies you will enjoy the journey we have ahead of us!

Job Description
As a project leader for dual sourcing, you will keep together the full scope for the localization of parts for the new production hub in China. You will have a team of assignment leaders running the assignments within each technical area.

You will be a key player in the process of localizing parts, ensuring the ability to start the new production on time and on cost target. Having daily cross functionals dialogs with production, logistics, R&D, and purchasing.

The role will span a wide area of responsibilities

· Establish and develop localization processes ensuring reaching cost and time targets.

· Running project meetings to set plans, follow-up execution, handle escalations, etc.

· Coach and build the team of assignment leaders

· Collaborating, and coordinating with cross functions

· Being part of the cross-functional steering group for dual souring

Your profile
You have several years of experience working as a project leader or similar within Scania. Having good knowledge about Scanias processes, mainly R&D but also Production & Logistics as well as purchasing.

You have a strong personal drive, a structured way of working, good communication skills, and an interest in developing the team. In your journey so far, we believe that you have:

· At least five years of experience working as a project leader within Scania

· Established network within the Scania R&D-organization

· Understanding of Scania’s product development process.

· You speak and write fluent English. Mandarin and Swedish language skills are an advantage.

We will offer you a chance of being part of building up the new organisation and generate impact in Scania´s journey towards being the global champion. With that, the platform for your personal development will be significant. We believe that diversity is a success factor to produce great ideas and an inspiring working environment and welcome all candidates with relevant backgrounds.

Your location
The position is based in Södertälje but short-term assignments in Rugao, China, will be possible.

More information
Please contact Manager Project Office IO Asia, Camilla Palomeque Vela, camilla.palomeque_vela@scania.com or
Talent Acquisition specialist, Eva Kindborn, eva.kindborn@scania.com

Application
The application shall contain a CV, a personal letter in English, and relevant certificates. Scania is using tests as a part of the recruitment process. Selection and interviews may be held during the application period.
Please apply via JobSearch/Scania.com as soon as possible, no later than February 5th, 2022.

Job ID 20226782

Scania is a world-leading provider of transport solutions. Together with our partners and customers we are driving the shift towards a sustainable transport system. In 2020, we delivered 66,900 trucks, 5,200 buses as well as 11,000 industrial and marine power systems to our customers. Net sales totalled to over SEK 125 billion, of which over 20 percent were services-related. Founded in 1891, Scania now operates in more than 100 countries and employs some 50,000 people. Research and development are mainly concentrated in Sweden. Production takes place in Europe and Latin America with regional product centres in Africa, Asia and Eurasia. Scania is part of TRATON GROUP. For more information visit: www.scania.com.