Project Manager Lead

PHINIA; Åmål; On-site; SEK 684,000 - 1,026,000; Full time

Job summary

PHINIA in Sweden seeks a Project Management Lead to align the PM department with site and business objectives, manage the budget, and contribute to strategic planning and operational excellence.

You will lead multiple parallel projects, coordinate cross-functional teams, and drive delivery within deadlines and budget constraints. A background in engineering or business with 2+ years in team management and advanced English is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or business administration is required or preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in a team management/coordination role, automotive background helpful.
• Strong understanding of project management planning, methodologies and best practices.
• Analytical mindset with structured, efficient project management skills.
• Excellent communication to coordinate cross-functional project teams.
• Proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.
• Advanced English language skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Project Management department, aligning with site and business objectives.
• Own and manage the department budget.
• Be a member of the site leadership team contributing to strategic planning and decision-making.
• Lead multiple projects and engineering change requests according to plant needs.
• Develop project plans (scope, timeline, cost, resources, risk, quality, procurement) and track timelines.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to meet milestones.
• Conduct regular project meetings and manage risks and timelines.
• Support customer meetings and functional discussions at customer sites.
• Oversee prototype phases up to production ramp-up and PPAP.
• Lead PDP process and design reviews with engineering.

Skills

Team management

Project management

Cross-functional coordination

English (Advanced)

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or business administration

Tools

Project planning tools

Job description

About Us

PHINIA is an independent, market‑leading, premium solutions and components provider with over 100 years of manufacturing expertise and industry relationships. With a strong brand portfolio that includes DELPHI®, DELCO REMY® and HARTRIDGE™, PHINIA has over 12,500 employees across 43 locations in 20 countries and is headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michigan, USA.

PHINIA provides fuel systems, electrical systems, and aftermarket products and solutions of the highest quality, developed and manufactured responsibly to enhance efficiency and reduce the environmental impact of vehicles, industrial machinery, and other applications. We contribute to a cleaner tomorrow, treat our people and surrounding communities with respect, and hold ourselves accountable to robust ethical standards.

Our Culture

PHINIA promotes and cultivates an inclusive culture and diverse perspectives, strives to maintain its reputation for excellence, thrives on the power of collaboration, and fosters the development of our talented employees. We believe in making a positive impact through our business and actions, and we take our collective responsibility seriously.

Career Opportunities

We believe in building a brighter tomorrow for our employees as well as our customers and encourage you to learn about our long history, strong culture, new technologies, and future vision. We offer a strong local presence and interesting global opportunities and invite you to join us on this shared journey toward a brighter tomorrow.

Job Purpose

Lead and develop the Project Management department at PHINIA, ensuring alignment with site and business objectives, managing the department budget, and contributing to strategic planning, operational excellence, and business decision‑making. You will lead multiple parallel projects, develop project plans, coordinate cross‑functional teams, and drive successful project delivery within deadlines and budget constraints.

Pay Range

684 000,00 – 855 000,00 – 1 026 000,00 SEK Annual.

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business administration is desired.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a team management and coordination role, with an automotive background.
• Strong understanding of project management planning, methodologies, and best practices.
• Analytical approach with problem‑solving mindset and structured, efficient project management skills.
• Very good communication skills with the ability to coordinate cross‑functional project teams.
• Good leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire teams toward common goals.
• Proven track record of successful project delivery within deadlines and budget constraints.
• Advanced English level required.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Project Management department, ensuring alignment with site and business objectives.
• Own and manage the department budget.
• Act as a member of the site leadership team, contributing to strategic planning, operational excellence, and business decision‑making.
• Lead multiple/parallel projects and engineering change requests according to plant necessity.
• Develop project plans (scope, timeline, cost, resources, risk, quality, communication and procurement) and deploy overall project timing to the team.
• Coordinate cross‑functional teams to develop and implement plans to fit within timeline and key milestones.
• Conduct regular project team meetings and ensure teams are accountable for their deliverables and timelines, managing risk escalation and resolution.
• Support customer meetings and all functional discussions at the customer site.
• Manage and track all prototype phases A: alpha, B: beta, C: gamma up to and including PPAP, followed by production ramp‑up tracking and serial life.
• Lead and apply PDP process, PDP Gate reviews and support engineering to run PDP design reviews.
• Create and update Project Online reporting – identify, analyze, resolve and/or elevate risks in a timely manner.
• Support BU initiative for tracking flawless launch of all product programs.
• Support and where appropriate lead in production activities as per our change management process.
• Be positive, encourage, coach and share knowledge with all cross‑functional teams.
• Communicate effectively, develop and conduct regular presentations to customers and PHINIA management.
• Lead preparation for regular project business case updates and ensure purchased costs, capex, volume, pricing and engineering costs are collected and supplied to finance for consolidation in the business case.
• Where a project business case is not meeting the defined targets, lead the teams for cost improvement activities and drive recovery plans.
• Facilitate collaboration among team members from sample team and from cross‑functional teams to encourage efficiency.
• Manage resource allocation effectively to optimize team productivity.

What We Offer

We provide compensation and benefits programs intended to attract, motivate, reward, and retain an incredibly talented, globally diverse workforce at all levels. Our compensation programs are informed by market data and business needs and are committed to equitable and competitive compensation. We also offer quality and competitive benefit programs, including health and well‑being resources, family‑centric policies and an agile workplace program, where not precluded by collective bargaining agreements or national statutory plans. Plans are benchmarked for competitiveness and value. Formal development opportunities are provided at all levels and stages of employee careers.

What We Believe

• Product Leadership – Innovation that brings value to our customers
• Humility – Seeking out diverse perspectives and working collaboratively
• Inclusivity – Recognizing our differences makes us stronger; we are bold and intentional
• Net‑Zero – Committed to energy efficiency, waste reduction and beneficial reuse
• Integrity – Taking responsibility for our decisions and doing what is right
• Accountability – Taking ownership of our actions and driving results

Safety

We consistently emphasize Safety First! We are committed to continually improving our strong safety performance and supporting the health and wellness of our employees. All work is expected to be conducted in a manner that stresses the importance of preventing incidents and illnesses, including attending all required safety meetings and trainings. Incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions are to be reported immediately to the direct manager, Human Resources, or Safety Representative.

Equal Employment Opportunity

PHINIA is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Visa Sponsorship

PHINIA provides sponsorship for employment visa status based on business need. However, for this role, applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full‑time basis in the country where the position is based.

Unauthorised Referrals from Recruiters & Vendors

PHINIA does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or offers from third‑party recruiters or staffing agencies associated with any published or unpublished employment opportunities. Any unsolicited information sent to PHINIA is considered unencumbered and free from any fee or charge whatsoever. Only members of the Human Resources Team have the authority to engage or authorize recruiting services, which must be agreed upon before the unsolicited resume or offer is received.

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Final Invitation

Advancing sustainability today, powering a cleaner tomorrow. Join us on this shared journey to a brighter tomorrow. For more information about PHINIA, please visit www.phinia.com.