Director Customs

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.
We are on the exciting journey to change the way mobility is provided, how vehicles are developed, produced, maintained, and sold and Customs and Trade is in the middle and an important part of this.
We believe that we are somewhat unique in the automotive world in that Customs is given a loud voice in all decision’s development, manufacturing, sourcing, and pricing. 
As the Head of Customs Programs, you will become the key person when it comes to our future (and current) setup, car programs and company wide changes such as new plants and sites and changed industrial, logistical or commercial setup.

What you will do!
You will take the leadership role in the team “Customs Programs” which consists of 6 experienced customs professionals. The team is relatively new, and your first job will be to define the direction and set the plans for the coming years.
The team will own all matters customs in connection with our processes, sites, car programs and logistics setup.
The team will be responsible to drive the optimal customs setup for new company wide changes including new plants and production sites, new distribution and sales channels, new or change logistics setups and any other change coming from changes to our way of doing business or approaching our customers, suppliers or support functions. The work will be to proactively drive improvements as well as reactively respond to initiatives within the business. 
The aim of the team is to achieve our goals of “Zero wasted duties” meaning that any duty paid should be legally owed and all legal avenues of reducing this payment have been explored and “Designed for Customs” meaning that all decisions in the company is adequately explored from a customs perspective before deciding.
You will be the responsible for setting the plan together with your team, executing and following up the plan. A key success factor will be your ability to grow your team members’ abilities and become embedded in the all the right fora for decisions.
You will be part of the management team of Volvo Cars’ Global Customs & Export Controls and will report to the Head of Global Customs & Export Controls.

Are you our next future oriented leader?
You have several years of experience in international trade advisory either in consultancy or in business. You are probably also an experienced manager of highly skilled individual contributors and experts.
You’re in a place in your career and development where you are comfortable taking a true leadership role based on your experience and your knowledge.  This is a leadership role. We will expect you to become an integral part of our future strategic direction contributing to the full scope of our Customs & Export Controls team as well as being the driver of strategic and tactical change in your own team.
You are creative, convincing and you know how to bring your ideas to fruition.
Success in this role will depend on your ability to be creative, plan your ideas and bring your team and your stakeholders on the journey with you keeping a keen eye on delivering on promises.
You are a strong voice in the settings where you interact. You ensure the space for other people’s ideas and incorporate their ideas with yours to achieve the best possible result.
To you, results are more important than fame. You share the credit with your team and use it to build momentum, excitement, and engagement.
You encourage new thinking in those around you and you build excitement to explore the possibilities of new ways of working. You know to translate the excitement into positive action through feedback and encouragement giving your team the latitude to get the work done.
You follow through on your ideas and your commitments. People around you see you as trustworthy, dependable and a collaborator. You balance the interests of everyone, and you are proactive in shaping expectations from stakeholders as well as communicate your expectations clearly.

How to learn more and apply.
For questions about the position please contact Head of Global Customs & Export Controls, Morten Steen Jensen at email: Morten.steen.jensen@volvocars.com or telephone + 46 723 71 78 72. For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact recruiter Heléne Stigsson at email: Helene.stigsson@volvocars.com or telephone +46 733 81 68 04. We want your application at the latest 31st of March 2022.
Please note that applications via email will not be accepted.