Strategic Design Director

We are looking for a Strategic Design Director within our department IXI – Corporate Digital Experience. The ideal candidate is a lead expert role who works closely with our strategists, UX- and UI-designers and other creatives in setting the holistic direction for a premium digital Scania experience, by running strategic initiatives across departments, Scania and TRATON – in the intersection of Digital Experience, Branding and Digital Product Development. As a Strategic Design Director you are a confident and articulate spokesperson who can lead, excite and engage teams and departments. A Strategic Design Director is also involved in strategic planning, partnership development, stakeholder events and communication.

Responsibilities
Lead and develop digital experience standards and initiatives from a design
and brand perspective.
Ensure a consistent and premium holistic Scania experience.
Maintain high standards and ensure exceptional craft among other designers.
Identify and research potential partners and collaborations. In Scania, in TRATON, in the Volkswagen Group and outside of it.
Identify, start and run strategic initiatives that directly or indirectly improves the premium experience of Scania.
Build and maintain long-term relationships with IXI’s stakeholders.
Collaborate with stakeholders and departments in Scania and TRATON, such as KY, R&D, Communication, Brand Management or IT, to identify opportunities or solutions that will improve the overall digital Scania experience.
Report on the progress and outcomes of the goals and objectives of strategic initiatives.
Support IXI management team in strategic planning and execution.

Desired skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Creative and innovative thinking.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Self-motivated and results oriented.
Very adaptable and flexible to changing environments and stakeholder demands.
Knowledge of the industry, market, branding and digital design.
Strong network within Scania is a merit.
Educational background in design and communication.
A minimum of 10 years’ work experience within design, preferably from agency or a global company.
Experience from strategic design work and digital product development,
within both automotive and other industries.


What we offer
Scania is on a journey with a strong purpose: to drive the shift towards a sustainable transport system. To get there, we have gathered a diverse team with talented and fun colleagues, endless development opportunities and good work-life balance. We work a mix of remote and in office. Our offices are activity based with a lot of creative spaces in Södertälje, and we also have a new office hub close to the central station in Stockholm. Furthermore, you are offered annual bonus, lunch to reduced prices, wellness contribution and much more.
For questions about the job, reach out to hiring manager Marcus Åström, marcus.astrom@scania.com
A background check might be conducted on the final candidate.