Central Program Manager EV Propulsion @ManufacturingEngineering

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’s in it for you?
You will be an important part of our journey to become a fully electric company with a minimal carbon footprint. At Manufacturing Engineering, we are working globally to make sure that the cars we build meet the highest expectations from our customers. As Central Program Manager, you will be ensuring the global development of our next generation EV Propulsion Components. 

We are looking for a leader who is passionate about leading, motivating and developing people. Besides developing others, you also place importance on developing yourself and have high ambitions regarding your further development and growth. You also strive for creating strong relationships cross-functionally throughout the organization.
As Central Program Manager, you will be reporting directly to Director of Program Execution Office. 
The position is based in Gothenburg, Sweden.

What will you do? 
As Central Program Manager, you will be acting as a Global Project Manager for our, in house developed and built EV Propulsion Components (Electric Axels, e machines, power electronics components) within Manufacturing Engineering. You will be working in close collaboration with R&D, Procurement, Business Office and ME Senior Program Managers to construct the industrial roadmap of your product. You will as well be in close collaboration with our local program managers operating in our manufacturing sites, following closely the integration of our EV components on our vehicle programs. 

You hold the global steering of EV Propulsion components from a manufacturing perspective and support the local program managers in case of need. You track your product´s industrial program from the upstream phase until the delivery. 

Do you fit the profile?
We believe you are highly skilled in project management with proven track record in relevant areas. You have good cooperation and planning skills and ability to create network across the organization. You have excellent communication skills; you are proactive and a fast learner. 

You track your QCT targets with the stakeholders. Financial management, negotiation and risk management are your well-developed practices. You constantly self-develop and deliver. We also believe you have a good leadership skills and ability to develop and motivate people in your team. You strive to achieve great results and have great ambition for your further growth and development journey. 
Fluency in English, both written and spoken is required for the role. 

How to learn more and apply
Does this sound like your next challenge? 

For questions about the position, please contact Head of ME Volvo Cars Propulsion Components Kerem Faik NALBANT at kerem.faik.nalbant@volvocars.com. For questions about the recruitment process, please contact recruiter Ayla Kutlay at ayla.kutlay@volvocars.com. We want your application at the latest September 18, 2022. 
Please note that applications via email will not be accepted.