Senior Project Manager, TRATON Project Office

Who we are

At Traton Project Office, we thrive in a global environment, driving innovative truck and bus solutions for all of Traton’s brands, i.e. MAN, Scania, International and VW truck & bus. Our focus is to develop customer solutions, called performance steps, into the Traton modular system that will satisfy all the different customer needs and demands from all over the world.  
 
Our diverse team is a blend of unique backgrounds and experiences, and we love sharing knowledge and supporting each other. 
We are proud to be recognized as the best place to grow your leadership skills, make impactful business contributions, and expand your Traton network, all while enjoying an exceptional team spirit. From your very first day, you’ll feel welcomed and valued. We foster an open climate where everyone’s opinions are sought and appreciated. 

The role

As a Senior Project Manager, you will lead and oversee product development projects from inception to industrialization. You will provide strategic leadership and guidance in complex environments, ensuring successful project outcomes. 

Key Responsibilities: 
•    Lead and manage product development projects. 
•    Navigate project timelines, costs, and scopes. 
•    Guide and support project teams and management. 
•    Balance technical and business requirements. 
•    Facilitate key meetings and present to steering groups up to executive boards. 
•    Collaborate across various functions within the company and the broader group. 

Opportunities: 
•    Engage in multiple ongoing and upcoming projects. 
•    Contribute to the success of diverse and dynamic initiatives. 
 

Your Profile

To succeed in this role it is important that you know your way of leading in complex situations within your project and handle all stakeholders as well as decision makers. We seek an experienced international project manager with a strong background in complex product development projects with several years of experience.   
 
•    You thrive in a dynamic setting where agile and conventional development methods coexist. Structured and curious, you prioritize your team’s well-being, delegating and coaching to ensure successful deliveries. 
 
•    You naturally engage with colleagues at all levels, communicate project status and actions strategically, and confidently lead steering group meetings in an international environment. 
 
•    As this role involves large-scale projects, we are looking for someone with demonstrated experience in managing substantial financial responsibilities while ensuring efficiency and value-driven decisions. 
 
•    A university degree and extensive experience in product development, purchasing, logistics, production, or industrial engineering—combined with strong project management skills—are essential. 
 
Experience with the Product Development Process at Traton Brands (Scania, MAN, International, or Volkswagen Truck & Bus) is highly advantageous but we are open to other perspectives.  

What we offer

We have solid and detailed development plans for our Project Managers with easy onboarding, internal mentors and best practice coaches that support the entire Project Office. You will feel welcome from the very first day! 
 
Our culture is characterized by openness, diversity and respect for the individual. The people who work here are our most important asset, so we will invest in you to help you grow with us. 
As an employee at Traton, you are offered several benefits in addition to personal and professional development opportunities. These benefits include mutual bonus, leasing car, occupational pension and flexible working hours. 
 

Me as a manager

With my background of over 15 years of project leading at Scania and Traton I strongly believe in team effort and I am committed to all of Traton leadership principles. The Teams are built up by all the fantastic individuals that make things happen. My Leadership is built on trust for my colleagues and in our collaboration I expect everyone to take responsibility for their assignment and ask for help when needed. Looking forward to your application! 

Further information

If you have any questions in regards to this position, please contact: 
Didier Biwersi, didier.biwersi@scania.com, Head of powertrain components, EMPCD 
  
Please note that we will not handle any applications by email, only through the application system. 
 

Application

Welcome with your application, which should contain your CV, as soon as possible. Selections will be made continuously during the application period.
 

Please notice that for this position, we might conduct a background check for the final candidate.