Introducing our new Managing Director
Introducing our new Managing Director
22nd October 2024
In July 2024, Scania Financial Services welcomed Karima Haji as its new Managing Director – although, Karima is no stranger to the Scania family, having previously been the Transformation Director at Scania Great Britain since 2021.
Karima’s extensive experience includes senior roles at Volkswagen Group, Volkswagen Financial Services, White Clarke Group (now Solifi) and Mercedes Benz Finance, where she focused on customer strategy.
Karima’s career has been defined by her ability to drive business forward with technology and a keen entrepreneurial spirit. She’s passionate about developing products and services for customers and is seen by business insiders as an innovator with a strong strategic outlook.
Speaking at the time of her appointment, Karima said: “As a business we have a ‘Customer First’ approach. My goal, together with the leadership team, is to continue to deliver exceptional customer service every time. That means predicting the needs of our customers so that we can exceed their expectations and, in doing so, ensuring we deliver seamless support across all touchpoints.
Looking ahead, Karima is excited to continue her journey with Scania Financial Services, leading a future focused, innovative team.
To conclude, Karima added “I want to assure our customers that I’m listening and ready to support them in achieving their business goals, now and in the future.”
Karima Haji at a glance:
- Computer science graduate 1995
- Completed Executive MBA - [2011]
- Career highlights: Volkswagen Group & Financial Services, White Clarke Group and Mercedes Benz Finance.
- Joined Scania GB (Transformation Director) – 2021
- Awarded Scania’s Erik Nilsson Scholarship – 2023
- Becomes Scania Financial Services Managing Director – 2024
- Hobbies: Gym and Reformer Pilates.
