Head of Global Transport Parts Management

Job description

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match. 

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic and business-driven leader to join us as Head of Transports Parts Management within the newly created Service Development function within GTO Service Market Logistics.

This critical role will oversee the Transport Parts Process, driving operational excellence and ensuring best-in-class processes that deliver quality and efficiency for our customers.
You will play a key role in unlocking our service's full potential and supporting its growth.

As your initial task you will establish a cross-regional Lead Transport Parts Team who together with you will define the process vision, develop strategic roadmaps, and ensure seamless implementation of Global Transport Parts processes and solutions. Additionally, you'll be instrumental in shaping the demands of our supporting Digital Landscape to keep us at the forefront of innovation and closely together with the Digital and IT team secure execution of the roadmap.
The ideal candidate will bring a strategic mindset, with a deep understanding of how to optimize logistics processes to align with both business and Service Market Logistics targets, driving continuous value and growth across the organization.

The role offers flexible locations in Gothenburg, Greensboro, Lyon, Gent, and Curitiba.

Key Responsibilities

·  Define the strategic vision and development roadmap for Transport Parts, including requirements for a future-proof digital landscape.
·  Together with a team of appointed cross-regional resources lead the design and implementation of best-in-class Transport Parts processes that deliver exceptional quality and efficiency, supporting service growth and unlocking its full potential for our customers.
·  Champion the automation of both physical and virtual processes, driving efficiency and innovation to deliver scalable solutions that address key business challenges.
·  Take a "one problem – one solution" approach, ensuring impactful, tailored solutions that drive measurable business results.
·  Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships, translating business needs into scalable solutions
 

What We Are Looking For

With extensive experience in Transport, Digitalization, Automation, and Operational excellence, you bring a strong foundation in driving efficiency and innovation.
Your leadership skills enable you to challenge the status quo, foster process improvements, and inspire the global process community to embrace excellence.
Collaboration comes naturally to you, making you a key player in engaging teams toward shared goals.

Your deep understanding of Lean principles and Continuous Improvement methodologies, including experience with Volvo Performance System (VPS), positions you as a valuable asset in optimizing operations.
You have a proven track record in change management, successfully navigating complex transformations. Additionally, your expertise in digitalization and data-driven decision-making within logistics, supply chain operations, and services allows you to drive informed strategies and efficiencies.

With the ability to engage senior stakeholders, influence decision-making, and deliver results in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment, you thrive in dynamic settings. Proficiency in English ensures effective communication across global teams.
If you are a dynamic leader eager to drive transformation and unlock the full potential of services within the Volvo Group, we would love to hear from you. A master’s degree or equivalent in a related field is required for this role.

Ready for the next move?

You get an opportunity to work together with highly skilled colleagues in a global environment which provides opportunities to develop both professionally and personally. 

Applications will be read, and interviews will be conducted continuously, so please do not wait with your application. However, the application deadline is March 23rd.

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact:

Anna Weimers, VP Logistics & Service Development at anna.weimers@volvo.com
Åsa Strid, People & Culture Partner at asa.strid@volvo.com
Maria Westermark, Recruitment Department at maria.westermark@consultant.volvo.com
 

We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail. 

 

Who we are and what we believe in 
Our focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive by providing a safe and supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. We are committed to removing the barriers to entry, which is why we ask that even if you feel you may not meet every qualification on the job description, please apply and let us decide.

 

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group . Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group’s leading brands and entities. 

 

Group Trucks Operations encompasses all production of the Group’s manufacturing of Volvo, Renault and Mack trucks, as well as engines and transmissions. We also orchestrate the spare parts distribution for Volvo Group’s customers globally and design, operate and optimize logistics and supply chains for all brands. We count 30,000 employees at 30 plants and 50 distribution centers across the globe. Our global footprint offers an opportunity for an international career in a state-of-the-art industrial environment, where continuous improvement is the foundation. As our planet is facing great challenges, we - one of the largest industrial organizations in the world - stand at the forefront of innovation. We are ready to rise to the challenge. Would you like to join us?

Job Category:  Organizational Development

Organization:  Group Trucks Operations

Travel Required:  Frequent Travel

Requisition ID:  18697