Head of Project Exhaust - Powertrain Procurement

Scania is undergoing a transformation from being a leading supplier of trucks, buses, and engines to providing complete and sustainable transport solutions. Together with TRATON and our sister brands MAN, Volkswagen Truck & Bus, and International, we are working to shape the future of mobility with innovative and environmentally conscious solutions. 

Our values – customer first, respect, team spirit, responsibility, and elimination of waste – are at the heart of everything we do. Together, we are at the forefront of creating a sustainable future.
 
Role Summary
As Group Manager of Project Exhaust, you will lead a team of highly skilled purchasers responsible for  a high tech and complex product. The responsibility of this area requires control on multiple tiers of the supply chain in a Global TRATON lead context. Your mission will be to ensure the Procurement activities in pre-development and development projects, in close cooperation with R&D and fellow TRATON brands. Together with your 3-ring colleges, your mission is to secure a reliable and competitive supplier base that meets Scania´s requirements in Technology, Quality, Cost, Delivery, and Sustainability throughout the product lifecycle. 

This position acts in particularly close collaboration with the management team at R&D and is a key player in the IMT, representing dual functions with the silencer production at our supplier location. You have an essential role in balancing and challenging the demands of emission development with the supply chain possibilities of today and tomorrow.

As a group manager, you'll focus on developing, supporting, and coaching your team to achieve both collective targets and personal goals, fostering a culture of ownership and accountability while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. By understanding our customer needs and continuously adapt way of working, you'll drive continuous improvement, build a strong and diverse team as well as strive for optimal results. 

The role reports to the Head of Project Powertrain and is part of the Project Powertrain management team.
  
Who You Are
You are a committed leader with a people centric mindset. You guide, coach, and support your team while cultivating a culture of self-leadership, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. You provide hands-on support when needed and understand the importance of work-life balance. 

We are seeking a results-oriented person with strong interpersonal and communication skills. You are an advocate of challenging the status quo to ensure results. You bring a structured yet flexible approach and thrive in cross-functional, international environments. Your ability to manage complexity while maintaining a strategic overview sets you apart. Integrity and a strong sense of responsibility are central to your personality, and you naturally inspire trust and high performance. You also bring valuable experience from other commercial roles and have demonstrated leadership capabilities. Fluency in English is essential, and proficiency in Swedish is considered an advantage. 

This position is located in Södertälje. The role involves regular travel, as our internal and external counterparts are located worldwide.

Scania Offers
We offer a dynamic, flexible workplace with hybrid work options, including Scania Sergel and Midway hubs. With a structured development plan and courses, Scania supports your career growth both locally and internationally.  

Benefits include training at our health center Gröndal or wellness allowance, result bonus, flexible hours, and company car leasing. Scania also hosts events for employees and their families, and Stockholm residents enjoy direct access to Södertälje via Scania Job express buses. 

Application
Your application should include a CV and any relevant certificates. We welcome all applicants and strive for diversity in our recruitment processes. 
 
Apply as soon as possible, no later than 2025-07-07. Screening will take place on an ongoing basis during the application period. Logical and personality tests may be used as part of the selection process, and a background check may be required for this role. 

If you have questions or would like more information, please contact:  
Mattias Pettersson, Head of Project Powertrain at +46 or Babel Barisho, Talent Acquisition Specialist at babel.barisho@scania.com 

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