Director Digital Commerce

Director Digital Commerce

Global Consumer Experience is the organisation in Volvo Cars that develops the global strategic direction for Volvo's commercial operations. The unit will drive the implementation of new strategic initiatives and ongoing business development and will support our sales regions in the deployment towards the dealer network via the sales companies.

Global Retail is the unit within Global Consumer Experience that is responsible for developing our retail experience, business model and distribution strategy. Within our Platforms department we are now looking for a Digital Commerce Director to take the lead for Volvo's online sales channel for cars, products and services. You will lead a cross-functional team responsible for designing, implementing and optimising the customer experience and online marketplaces we need on a global scale. You will work in a fast-paced environment and in close cooperation with our strategy, business and IT functions.

We are looking for someone with a strong digital acumen and experience in building and implementing online sales solutions. You have a proven track record for managing projects of high complexity and using technology to drive consumer experience and business performance. Also, you are an experienced leader in building high-performing teams and know how to achieve results by leading through others.

You will report to the Senior Director of Global Retail Platforms. The position will be based in Gothenburg, Sweden. Starting time is as soon as possible.

Required qualifications

* University degree
* At least five years of experience in development of digital solutions including e-commerce
* At least five years of managerial experience in building and leading a high performing team
* Deep understanding for how IT supports business needs
* Track record of driving progress, getting things done and having a strong business impact

Required skillset

* Business-driven thinking
* Leads teams by creating meaning and driving performance
* Excellent interpersonal skills to build relationships and work in teams
* Strong communication, visualisation and reporting skills
* Ability to translate technology into business benefits

Personal qualities

* Well-structured and enjoys the challenge of solving a problem
* Takes initiative to get momentum
* Used to working in a high-paced and quickly changing environment
* Believes in people and helping them to achieve their full potential

About Volvo Car Group
The future belongs to those who are empowered by a great idea and have the ability to carry it out. At Volvo Car Group, our vision is clear: "To be the world's most progressive and desired luxury car brand" by simplifying people's lives. We have bold targets when it comes to innovation, sales and customer satisfaction and to make this happen, we need talented people onboard. People with passion, energy, business sense and the drive to innovate. People that want to create the next generation Volvo cars in a global, dynamic and respectful environment. We will support you to reach your full potential. Join us on this exciting journey into the future.

Contact
In this recruitment process we are collaborating with Randstad Professionals. If you have any questions regarding the position you are welcome to contact the responsible recruitment consultant Lisa Pettersson by e-mail lisa.pettersson@randstadsourceright.se. Note that applications by e-mail will not be accepted.

Interviews will be held continuously. To apply, please register your profile and attach your application documents via the link below as soon as possible but no later than March 17th, 2017.