In short
Sandvik's Surface Drilling Division seeks a Project Manager in Tampere, Finland, to lead product transfer projects, manage global teams, and oversee the entire transfer process from business case to production ramp-up. This full-time role requires strong project execution, financial understanding, and cross-cultural leadership skills.
Responsibilities
- Overall responsibility for product transfer projects between Surface Drilling production units.
- Manage the entire transfer process from business case analysis to engineering, local supplier strategies, production ramp-ups, and knowledge transfer.
- Lead cross-functional and cross-cultural teams including manufacturing, engineering, sourcing, and product management.
- Intricate management of project stages, particularly product cost and timelines.
- Ensure effective and issue-free production ramp-up and hand-over to factory operations.
- Support the development and establishment of operational processes at receiving factories.
Requirements
- University degree (B.Sc. / M.Sc. in Engineering) in a relevant field.
- Experience in project execution with a solid understanding of successful project delivery.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Excellent financial understanding.
- Experience in production operations in large scale or heavy duty manufacturing, sourcing, and engineering.
- Strong background in leading project teams or other leadership experience in international environments.
- Accustomed to working across different cultures and geographies.
- Proactive working style with excellent problem-solving skills.
- Customer-focused approach with commitment to delivering results that meet client expectations.
Desired Qualifications
- Formal project management training such as PRINCE2 is seen as an advantage.
Benefits
- Versatile and interesting role surrounded by a dynamic and highly skilled group of professionals.
- Opportunities for career development in a global company with strong brands and products.
- Professional development opportunities in various Sandvik training and development programs.
- Good employee benefits.
- Inclusive corporate culture focused on sustainable development.
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