Vacant job

For one of our clients, we are currently seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead complex customer projects within the automotive and advanced engineering domain.

In this role, you will have overall responsibility for the successful delivery of project scope across vehicle applications, advanced engineering initiatives, and sales-driven programs. You will ensure that project execution is fully aligned with customer expectations regarding quality, timelines, and cost. The position involves leading customer-facing projects and coordinating cross-functional engineering teams based in both Sweden and China. A key part of the role is to proactively manage risks, drive decision-making, and secure successful project outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, lead, and execute customer projects, primarily within the automotive sector
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• Ensure delivery against agreed targets for time, quality, and cost
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• Act as a subject matter expert in project execution and technical matters in collaboration with sales and commercial teams
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• Coordinate and lead internal expertise in RFI and RFQ processes
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• Manage project challenges and ensure aligned solutions across teams in Sweden and China

Requirements

• University degree in engineering or a related technical field, or equivalent professional experience
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• Proven project management experience within Electric Drive systems
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• Solid understanding of the European automotive industry
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• Strong background in technical sales support
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• Fluency in spoken and written English
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• Experience working in an intercultural environment, particularly with China or Asia, is highly desirable

About You

You are a confident and inspiring leader who knows how to engage and motivate cross-functional teams. You communicate clearly, negotiate effectively, and are skilled at influencing stakeholders at all levels of the organization.