What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Project Manager - Mack Medium Duty position at Volvo Group?
Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.
What you will do
As a Chief Project Manager (Lead PM) within the MMD Engineering & Range team, you will play a pivotal role in securing product solutions of varying scale and scope. You will be guided by key stakeholders and Technology Roadmap/Plans specific to the Mack Medium Duty.
You will be leading cross-functional teams to deliver product, aftermarket, industrial, purchasing and market solutions.
Distinct responsibilities include:
- Coach your project team(s) to overcome obstacles while achieving its objectives
- Drive MMD initiatives from conception to industrialization to project closure
- Establish & Drive the Project Plans with a focus on the enablers of key milestones
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Lead cross-functional team towards balanced solutions while meeting QDCF
- Quality: Deliver Quality for both Project and Product
- Delivery: Deliver on-time
- Cost: Project and Product cost targets are met
- Features: Achieve established feature targets for project scope (e.g. Reliability, Durability, etc...)
This is us, your new colleagues
At Group Truck Technology (GTT), we develop solutions in alignment with our mission to drive prosperity through sustainable transport solutions. As the Mack Medium Duty (MMD) Engineering and Range, we are part of the Vehicle Engineering Team. We are responsible for developing the MMD Products and Driving the Projects from concepts through industrialization. We excel in project management and product development involving all functions, focusing on customer success.
We are actively working to establish teams that will take maximum advantage of the strength inherent in differences in knowledge, experience, age, gender, and nationality, among others.
We are a dedicated team that believes in the power of teamwork and mutual inspiration. By encouraging innovative thinking and challenging conventional ideas, we create value and enhance our deliverables, ultimately supporting the businesses of our customers and partners. Empowerment, accountability, and simplicity are key principles that guide us in our daily work.
This position is in Greensboro, North Carolina, and reports to the Director of MMD Engineering & Range.
Who are you?
You are a leader with a broad technical background with proven results in overcoming obstacles. You have the leadership experience and approach to create a winning, innovative and efficient team culture. We believe you are collaborative, proactive, and able to cultivate trustful relationships with other leaders and teams. You are a trusted leader with a strong drive and business mindset, a good listener, agile and structured, all at the same time.
Other important competencies for the position:
- Problem Solver
- Self-Starter
- Team Mentor and Coach
- Excellent team collaboration and stakeholder management skills
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Ability to appraise complex problems and simplify into clear and concise messages, highlight key issues and effectively-professionally communicate to
- Team(s) to drive resolution, and
- Stakeholders at all levels of an organization
- Broad technical knowledge across several technical domains.
- Good knowledge of the automotive and transportation industry.
- Competence in project and planning management, including Agile, lean, and other methodologies.
- Multi-disciplinary background – Engineering, Manufacturing and Purchasing/Procurement, is preferred
- Strong business understanding with a holistic view, while also being able to delve into details when necessary.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related field; Master's Degree preferred
- 8-12 years of related experienced
- Ability to travel up to 25%
- An established network within the Volvo Group, is preferred.
What’s in it for you?
We offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including but not limited to:
- Competitive base salary company bonus pay structure.
- Medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and others.
- 401(k) with employer match, plus additional company contribution.
- Generous Employee Time Off, additional company holidays and volunteering hours.
- Onsite facilities and activities that make everyday living easier, including a cafeteria, fitness center, health services, and more.
In addition to the above, you will also enjoy:
- A culture with a passion for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for all.
- An organization that prioritizes employees’ health and well-being.
- Volvo Group University for professional and personal development.
- A global organization with expansive career growth opportunities.
- Modern workspaces that allow agility and collaboration.
- Competency development through established competence based career pathing.
- Multiple automotive electric charging stations.
- Bike racks, walking paths, outdoor dining/seating.
- Employee discounts and perks.
Ready for the next move?
If you are excited about making a difference and leading talented teams towards excellence, apply now and join us in driving the future of the Mack Medium Duty.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail.
Who we are and what we believe in
Our focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive by providing a safe and supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. We are committed to removing the barriers to entry, which is why we ask that even if you feel you may not meet every qualification on the job description, please apply and let us decide.
Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group’s leading brands and entities.
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