Deployment Project Manager

As a Deployment Project Manager at Einride, you will own the complete delivery of our electric freight products and services. This includes leading cross-functional teams through the go-live process, managing risk, budgeting, and overseeing both internal and external management reporting. You’ll also be instrumental in implementing our software platform and collaborating on initiatives that enhance productivity, quality, and operational excellence.

To qualify for the Deployment Project Manager role at Einride, candidates should have several years of experience in a relevant business area, particularly within road transport or logistics. Hands-on experience in process mapping and software implementation is beneficial. We are looking for someone with a proven track record in managing multi-stakeholder projects, along with strong verbal and written fluency in English, and ideally German.

While the Deployment Project Manager position at Einride has a preference for candidates located in Sweden or Germany, we also consider applicants from Austria and the BeNeLux countries. This role is full-time, and we encourage all interested candidates to apply promptly, as we conduct ongoing interviews throughout the selection process.

A Deployment Project Manager at Einride will be responsible for leading diverse projects related to the implementation of our electric freight solutions. This includes managing the delivery of our software platform, driving operational improvement initiatives, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance digital solutions in road transport.

Successful Deployment Project Managers at Einride possess strong analytical skills, a solution-oriented mindset, and the ability to solve complex problems. Expertise in using Excel is important, as well as the capability to manage stakeholder relationships effectively. A passion for innovation within the logistics sector is a significant asset in this role.

When answering this question, focus on a specific project where you led a team to achieve a successful outcome. Highlight the challenges involved, how you addressed them, and the roles of different stakeholders. Use metrics to demonstrate the project's success and emphasize your leadership and problem-solving skills.

Discuss your systematic approach to identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks throughout the project lifecycle. Mention tools or frameworks you use for risk management and provide an example of how proactive risk management led to a project's success in your previous roles.

Emphasize the importance of open communication, regular updates, and using collaborative tools. Provide examples of how you've successfully facilitated discussions among teams with different priorities, ensuring everyone is aligned towards common goals.

Share specific examples of software projects you've managed, detailing your role in planning, execution, and monitoring. Highlight any challenges you overcame and the results that were achieved, focusing on your collaboration with technical teams and stakeholders.

Success can be measured through KPIs, stakeholder satisfaction, timely delivery, and budget adherence. Discuss how you've set clear goals from the start and monitored progress throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring alignment with expected outcomes.

Focus on your conflict resolution skills, emphasizing the importance of active listening, empathy, and finding common ground. Describe a specific instance where you effectively mediated a conflict, leading to a positive resolution for all parties involved.

Discuss the methodologies you've successfully implemented, such as Agile, Scrum, or Waterfall, and why you believe they are effective for project types similar to those at Einride. Provide examples of how you've adapted methodologies to fit specific project needs.

Emphasize your analytical skills and how leveraging data helps inform your decisions. Provide examples of how data-driven insights led to successful outcomes in your previous projects and how you stay updated with relevant industry metrics.

Outline the situation, the rationale behind the change, and how you led the team through the transition. Discuss the impact of the change on project outcomes and stakeholder engagement, illustrating your adaptability and leadership.

Research Einride’s mission thoroughly and relate it back to your personal values and professional experiences. Express your enthusiasm for sustainable logistics and how you see yourself contributing to our vision of transforming road freight using innovative technology.