Project Controller

At TRATON Group, we believe that the whole can be greater than the sum of its parts. Together with our brands we can make the future of transportation more sustainable - Let's make a difference together.

The TRATON AB office, located in Södertälje, consists of experienced colleagues with various backgrounds and nationalities from all TRATON Group brands. We enjoy solving strategic problems cross functional and cross brand in the TRATON Group. We strive for a climate where opinions and knowledge are openly shared within and between teams and we welcome new ideas in order to create dynamic synergies.

With its brands Scania, MAN, Volkswagen Truck & Bus and International, TRATON Group is one of the world's leading commercial vehicle manufacturers. Its offering comprises light-duty commercial vehicles, trucks, and buses. At TRATON, you are an important part of something bigger. Joining us means gaining access to the ins and outs of the entire transportation industry. As part of a global team of industry experts, you get to think bigger, experience more, and reach further. Being bigger also means being stronger. Together with our brands, we have the collective power to transform transportation. Find out more: www.traton.com

Role Summary

As a Project Controller for the TRATON Modular System 1 (TMS1) program you will act as the financial expert and strategic co-pilot steering TRATON and its brands toward profitable, data-driven decisions. You challenge assumptions, collaborate across diverse business areas and deliver sharp financial insights that strengthen accountability and elevate performance across the project portfolio.

This role is ideal for someone eager to gain deep exposure to TRATON's product development landscape while contributing directly to innovation and sustainability across the global transportation sector.

Job Responsibilities

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Analyzing and validating financial data to ensure accuracy, consistency, and transparency.
• Calculating project profitability, challenging business assumptions, and driving value-based target setting.
• Monitoring project performance and evaluating financial progress against agreed targets and milestones.
• Developing, maintaining, and presenting business cases and project economics to senior stakeholders.
• Preparing financial analyses and decision-making materials for key governance forums across the TRATON Group.
• Managing ad hoc requests and conducting complex analyses related to TMS1 and the broader product portfolio.
• Identifying financial risks and opportunities, challenging assumptions, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensuring compliance with TRATON's financial governance, planning processes, and budgeting frameworks.
• Safeguarding financial targets by establishing clear guardrails and providing a strong financial perspective throughout the project lifecycle.
• Balancing concept and cost considerations to support commercially sound decision-making across all project phases.
• Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams and international stakeholders across the TRATON Group.

Who You Are

To succeed in this role, you are an analytical and business-oriented professional who enjoys turning complex information into actionable insights. You are comfortable challenging assumptions, influencing stakeholders, and navigating a dynamic international environment. In addition, you bring:

• 3-5 years of experience in financial controlling, business analysis, project controlling, or a similar analytical role.
• A master's degree in Business, Industrial Engineering, Finance, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Strong business acumen and the ability to seamlessly move between strategic discussions and detailed financial analysis.
• Experience working with data-driven tools and systems, ideally including Power BI, SAP, and C-place.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage and influence at multiple organizational levels.
• Confidence working in cross-functional and international networks, including exposure to senior stakeholders.
• Fluency in English; Swedish and/or German would be considered an advantage.
• A collaborative mindset, curiosity, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

This Is Us

At TRATON, you're part of something bigger. You gain unique insight into the full transportation ecosystem and work alongside global industry experts. Here, you are encouraged to think bigger, experience more and reach further.

Our Project Controlling team is part of Group Project and Product Cost Controlling within Group Finance. We work in a truly international environment and collaborate across the entire TRATON Group. Our team brings extensive experience from both within TRATON and other global industries and we believe strongly in knowledge sharing to drive better outcomes.

TRATON AB Offers

We offer a dynamic and engaging workplace where collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement are part of everyday life. You will be part of a strong team environment that encourages knowledge sharing and close cooperation across functions.

With a structured development plan and a wide range of training opportunities, TRATON supports your professional growth both locally and internationally.

Benefits include access to our health center in Gröndal a wellness allowance, bonus, flexible working hours, and company car leasing. The group also arranges events for employees and their families, and for those living in Stockholm.

Application

We look forward to receiving your application, consisting of your CV and kindly ask you not to share a cover letter to ensure an efficient and unbiased recruitment process for all parties.

Screening will take place on an ongoing basis during the application period. Logical and personality tests may be used as part of the selection process, and a background check may be required for this role.

We look forward to your application!

This recruitment process is handled by Scania for TRATON AB.