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Parts Fleet Project Manager

Sandvik Mining is looking for a
Parts Fleet Project Manager
Sandvik Mining provides products and services for the mining industry worldwide. We are now looking for critical thinker with strong problem-solving skills that is able to manage multiple projects under strict timelines, work well in a demanding dynamic environment and meet deadlines.The Parts Fleet Project Manager is responsible for the execution of strategic projects that will transform the way of working within the aftermarket business. The transformation project deliverables are to increase customer satisfaction, to improve sales and operational efficiency and to identify aftermarket potential. As a Parts Fleet Project Manager you will apply creative problem-solving to develop analytical processes and systems. You are an experienced people and project manager with a proven track record of successful global transformation projects with IT project experience. You will lead a global project with internationally diverse team members, including direct and dotted line reports. You will be in charge of budget, planning and deliverables. You will report to the Parts Transformation Manager.
The position will be based in the Amsterdam office, with limited travel.
Key performance areas
Functional
  • Lead and develop people and drive a great team spirit.
  • Manage project with scope, time and budget.
  • Strong communicator, assuring all objectives are clearly understood by all stakeholders.
  • Manage a time driven project amongst all stakeholders.
  • Strong negotiator and problem solver.
  • Build relationships with different key stake holders. Lead the design, specification, implementation, project documentation and continuous improvement project processes and systems across the company.
  • Be accountable for all testing activities including functional, integration, performance and user acceptance to ensure quality products and services.
  • Lead efforts to identify all necessary resources are in place.
  • Developprocesses to provide overall increased cross-functional user experience.
  • Support the Parts Transformation Manager with budgeting and business plan process.
Financial
  • Monitors and controls personnel expenses including travel and other costs according to Company policy
Technical Expertise
IT experienced project manager (Aurora, Sales Force, Planning systems, planning systems)
After-market business experience is an asset.
Safety and Environment
Complies with Sandvik Mining safety policies and applicable government, customer or industry regulations or requirements.
Demonstrates visible safety leadership
Identifies and reports any unsafe work habits
Strives to find safer ways for customers to work with Sandvik's products
Ensures team reports are working in a safe manner and following Sandvik policies and guidelines.
Personal Leadership
Proactively ensures community involvement within the area of responsibility
Ensures that all activities are carried out in accordance with Sandvik's core values and current policies and procedures
Stays current on industry developments, competitive offerings and issues affecting sales and customers
Takes responsibility for personal development and enhancement of skills.
People Management and Development
  • Manages resources to meet targets and capacity requirements
  • Recruit, coach, motivate, train, evaluate and direct team members to accomplish defined goals and objectives
  • Ensures proper on-boarding of new personnel in accordance with Sandvik procedures
  • Provides input into competence development programs to ensure the organization has sufficient trained and competent people to meet the parts business strategic objectives for growth and customer service.

Your profile
You have a Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent work experience and at least 7 years of relevant experience with transformation projects. Sound understanding of the mining industry and its business processes is preferred. After market experience will be considered as an asset. You have In-depth knowledge of, or demonstrated experience with Product Lifecycle Management practices and supporting systems. Additionally you possess experience in facilitation and/or leading Engineering and/or IT teams in core operating mechanisms. You have very strong financial acumen (budgeting/forecasting/interpreting financial documents and results) as well as excellent negotiation and project management skills. Additionally you have excellent influencing abilities, capable to lead change management initiatives and motivate your team. Furthermore, you are capable to interact easily with stakeholders at all levels of seniority, by using your highly developed effective communication skills. You have a highlevel of professionalism, honesty and integrity as wells as a strong safety management culture. You have experience in working in a matrix environment across geographies & cultures. You have strong communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
Contact information
For information about the recruitment process please contact Sandvik's HR Services Europe, tel. 0800 022 2018.
Please send your motivation letter and CV by September 28, 2014. Read more about Sandvik and apply atwww.sandvik.com/careerJob ID: 334068.
Deadline: 29 Sep 2014
Job ID: 334068
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