Project Manager Logistics Digitization
Would you like to play a key role in Scania's digital transformation? As Project Manager Digitalization Logistics at Scania Production Meppel, you will lead the implementation of our latest MES and SCADA solutions from a business perspective. You will ensure that systems, processes, and people work together seamlessly, making our logistics operations smarter, more efficient, and future-proof. In this crucial role, you will be the connecting factor between Scania Meppel, the head office in Sweden, and all local stakeholders. You will work closely with business analysts, logistics teams, IT/OT experts, and management. You will stay on course, monitor quality, and ensure that the new MES and SCADA landscape is rock solid.
As Project Manager Logistics Digitization, you will play a pivotal role in a large, international program to revamp logistics management. This involves implementing a new subsystem, rolling out global blueprints, and connecting logistics operations to the new ERP landscape. You will ensure that the functionalities are properly set up, that processes are logically aligned, and that everyone is on board with the change.
You manage business analysts, contribute your substantive experience to their thinking, and ensure that requirements are clear and well understood. With your technical insight, leadership, and ability to connect people, you ensure that implementations run smoothly within scope, time, and budget, in close collaboration with colleagues at home and abroad. In doing so, you bring structure, clarity, and confidence. You switch effortlessly between strategic thinking and practical organization. Thanks to you, the new MES/SCADA system will not only be implemented, but truly embedded in daily operations.
What will you do?
- Planning, coordinating, and monitoring all project activities, including roadmaps and the deployment of people and resources;
- Coordinating the design and implementation of the new MES and SCADA systems within the logistics operation;
- Managing and supervising business analysts based on content and overview;
- Coordinating with headquarters in Sweden on blueprints, functionalities, and integrations;
- Share updates on progress, results, and risks with colleagues and partners within both business and IT;
- Monitoring the quality of results and ensuring that they meet the needs of the organization and comply with global standards;
- Early identification of risks and timely adjustments to ensure smooth implementation;
- Connect and collaborate with the central product team and internal and external partners for successful implementation;
- Identifying bottlenecks and initiating improvements.
Working through NextGen
If you work through NextGen, we invest in your development. You will follow our Next Level program, in which you will grow both personally and professionally. You will discover your qualities, learn how to use them effectively, and follow the Business IT hard skills program, which is entirely focused on professional development within digital transformation, IT projects, and system design.
Our Talent Coaches provide intensive guidance and you become part of a close-knit network within supply chain, operations, and IT. This allows you to strengthen both your soft skills and your technical knowledge. Exactly what you need for a role in this type of complex change program.
What do you own?
In this role, it is important that you are a natural collaborator and connector, someone who knows how to bring others along and enjoys achieving results together. You communicate clearly, so that everyone knows where they stand. At the same time, you maintain an overview, coordinate smoothly, and coordinate without losing control. You are driven and forward-thinking: you see opportunities, seize them proactively, and work accurately, while always keeping the bigger picture in mind.
You also have:
- A bachelor's degree in a relevant field and you work at a comparable level.
- Experience leading IT or manufacturing projects in a dynamic environment.
- Preferably knowledge of project management methods such as Agile and PRINCE2.
- Experience with MES and SCADA systems, such as Apriso and Ignition, is an advantage.
- Strong communication skills in both Dutch and English.
What do we offer you?
- A gross monthly salary of €4,291 to €5,425 (based on 40 hours);
- A profit share;
- 27 vacation days and 13 ADV days;
- The freedom to work partly from home and organize your work flexibly;
- The space and opportunity to further develop yourself;
- Access to our Next Level program for personal and professional growth;
- The Business IT hard skills program focused on digital transformation, IT projects, and system design;
- Intensive one-on-one coaching by our Talent Coaches;
- A valuable network within Supply Chain & Operations and Business IT.
Scania
Scania is a leading global supplier of transport solutions such as trucks and buses for heavy transport applications combined with an extensive product-related service offering. It operates in more than 100 countries with over 50,000 employees worldwide. At the Meppel location, all plastic cab and chassis parts are painted. Fully automatically, by 22 robots. According to the very latest technologies. These parts are delivered to Scania's European truck factories in Zwolle, Angers in France and Södertälje in Sweden.
At Scania, innovation is central; it constantly develops new technologies to improve transport efficiency and reduce environmental impact. It strives to provide sustainable transport solutions that meet the needs of its customers. Working at Scania means working for an organization where you, as an employee, can really develop your career. Grow. Get opportunities. And make strides.
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