Sourcing Project Manager, CB

Kalmar keeps global trade moving. Our innovative solutions contribute to every fourth container movement in the world and help transform the future of cargo handling. We believe in collaboration, delivering on our promises and that people make the difference.

Do you want to make your next move count? With us, you can.

 

Are you ready to lead the charge in Kalmar Counterbalanced Division's sourcing evolution? Join us as a Sourcing Project Manager and the journey begins with you at the helm of innovation and collaboration!

 

In this role you will lead the sourcing project team in the Division to manage sourcing related projects or coordinate sourcing activities, which includes but not limited to NPD, NPI, PLC, cost reductions, supplier workshops. You will also collaborate with the global sourcing organization to optimize the related process.

 

The location of this position is Ljungby, Sweden and you will report to the Head of Sourcing.

 

Main tasks and responsibilities

 

• Participate in division sourcing management discussions and take lead of strategic improvement activities
• Set vision and target for sourcing project team
• Planning resources in the Sourcing Project team to support the cross functional collaboration in the division
• Lead and coach the Sourcing Project Team to meet the goals set by the Division and global sourcing
• Accountable for the Division Sourcing Projects including not limited to NPD, NPI, PLC, cost reductions, supplier workshops
• Contribute to Division product roadmap development
• Lead strategic strategy planning for NPD in cooperation with category sourcing teams or direct sourcing, to meet the NPD sourcing target
• Acting as or back up sourcing project leaders when needed
• Own sourcing process for  NPD.

 

What you’ll need to succeed

 

• Master's or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Science or similar interest and experience
• 8 -10 years or above of experience in project management, product management or sourcing in a manufacturing environment
• 3- 5 years of leadership experience in managing a team.

 

On top of that, you are a proven leader, skilled in influencing cross-functional collaboration, driven, and results-oriented. Your individual strengths lie in possessing robust analytical skills and demonstrating excellent communication proficiency, both verbally and in written English and Swedish.

You will be part of

 

We believe in our people as it is our people who really make the difference. We always work in close collaboration with our customers, deliver on our promises and never walk away no matter how big the challenge. We succeed because we do it together.

 

With us, you will have the opportunity to realise your potential and become an important member of our global team.

 

More benefits:

• We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package geared to boost health and wellbeing.
• All our employees are offered comprehensive Learning & Development opportunities, annual development plan and career progression opportunities
• In most of our positions, you have flexible working hours and hybrid work (combination of remote work and on-site work).

 

At Kalmar, you will join a truly international working environment and support making global trade faster, smarter and more sustainable - smarter cargo flow for a better everyday.
 

Interested to join?

 

For further information please contact Jerry Dang, Head of Sourcing, Counter Balanced Division, by email at jerry.dang@kalmarglobal.com

If you are excited about this opportunity, please submit your application by 02.01.2024!

 

Please note that the recruitment  process for this position is coordinated by our HR team part of Cargotec Business Services based in Bulgaria.

Please note that the interview process may begin before the closing date of the job posting.
 

Kalmar is part of Cargotec

Kalmar is the global leader in sustainable cargo handling for ports, terminals, distribution centres and heavy industry. With our extensive electric portfolio and global service network, we help our customers move towards safer, more eco-efficient and productive operations. Together, we develop innovative solutions that shape the future of our industry, improving our customers’ every move. www.kalmarglobal.com

Kalmar is part of Cargotec. Cargotec's (Nasdaq Helsinki: CGCBV) sales in 2022 totalled approximately EUR 4 billion and it employs around 11,500 people. www.cargotec.com