Area Leader

Who are we?
Volvo Cars is a company on a mission; to bring traditional car manufacturing into a connected, sustainable and smart future.
Since 1927, we have been a brand known for our commitment to safety, creating innovative cars that make life less complicated for our consumers. In 2010, we decided to transform our business, resulting in a totally new generation of cars and technologies, as well as steady growth and record sales. Today, we’re expanding our global footprint in Europe, China and the US, and we’re on the lookout for new talent.
We are constantly pushing our own skills and abilities to drive change in the automobile industry like never before. We are looking for innovative, committed people to join us in this endeavour and create safe, sustainable and connected cars. We believe in the power of people and will challenge and support you to reach your full potential. Join us and be part of Volvo Cars’ journey into the future.

What do we offer?
Commodity Body Structure is a section within Manufacturing Engineering. We develop and implement quality assured, flexible, and effective production systems in the Body shop plants. The section is working cross functionally & project oriented, supporting all Volvo Car Group´s Production Plants and car programs globally. 
Are you looking for a position where you can develop your leadership competences, continue to build your technical and manufacturing skills, then you should consider applying for this position?

What do I, Area Leader Central, do.
I lead a cross functional team within the group Underbody that secures best process design possible by driving Manufacturing KPIs for an intended manufacturing plant within own commodity area and align global manufacturing processes and strategies.
Above this I:
* Secure project time plans and take actions when I see a related obstacle to achieve this
* Am product and process responsible in the commodity area from a manufacturing point of view
* Represents ME as well as the plants, in supporting MAL towards R&D
* Am responsible to drive the backlog for the commodity area towards the MAL
* Am responsible for securing all ME deliveries from my team to the car programs, eg DPA5, FMEA, Cost-calc etc
* Coach the teams and people in the team in all aspects of ways of working and mindsets
* Share Best practice and knowledge with my colleagues 
* Have a business acumen mindset when decisions are taken within my area of responsibility
* Work to ensure transparency of our progress across the organization
* Work with Program managers, Manufacturing art leaders, Senior manufacturing engineers, Manufacturing engineers, Line management and other stakeholders to ensure strategy and execution alignment
* Encourage continuous improvement and collaboration across roles & areas
* Hold myself and others accountable to meet commitment and deliveries within the Car programs
* Am responsible for update status to Gateway/Milestone reports within area of responsibility up to FDJ
* Contribute to prepare and implement products and manufacturing processes globally both manual and automated. 


Do you fit the profile?
If you have a M.Sc. in Production or Mechanical Engineering or corresponding professional experience that is meritorious. 
Other attributes which we put value on is good interpersonal and collaboration skills as well as being enthusiastic and customer focused. We believe that you are engaged in your work and encourage people that you interact with. You have a strong willingness and ability to drive change and results. Ability to travel within and outside Europe is of big importance as this is part of the role.
You need to be fluent in English, written and spoken due to our global organisation set up.

How to learn more and apply
Does this sound like your new challenge?
Interviews will be held continuously so please register your profile and attach your application as soon as possible, but no later than 13th of December.  
Your application should include CV and Cover letter written in English. Please note that applications via email will not be accepted.
For questions about the position, please contact Hiring Manager Shaho Godarzi at shaho.godarzi@volvocars.com. For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Recruiter Heléne Stigsson at Helene.stigsson@volvocars.com.
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