Director Operational Excellence

Are you ready for something new? Do you believe that the best way to move forward is by being innovative, curious and trying new ideas? If yes, then you might be the one we are looking for!
About Volvo Penta
Volvo Penta is a world-leading supplier of engines and complete drive systems for marine and industrial applications, with the strong vision to be leader in sustainable power solutions.
Being part of our team means being part of a team of highly skilled and proud professionals who work with passion and trust. Volvo Penta is an exciting and highly innovative company facing many positive challenges and opportunities. We embrace the change to stay ahead and now it is time for us to prepare the next generation of products and to continue to transform into sustainable and digital solutions. The Electromobility part of the project portfolio has increased substantially during the past few years, which impacts our future way of working.
We are now looking for an inspiring leader for the role Director Operational Excellence. The Operational Excellence team is part of the department “Projects & Execution” within the “Planning, Purchasing and Product & Solutions Development” (PPP) organisation.
The Operational Excellence team is a team of analytical, innovative and goal-oriented persons who believe in combining work with fun in order to succeed. Trying new things and driving change is how we build and shape our success and the future of Volvo Penta.


Key Responsibilities
The Director Operational Excellence is responsible for the operational development portfolio and to drive continuous improvement initiatives within the PPP organization and across Volvo Penta for DVP (Develop Product & Aftermarket product portfolio) process improvements.
In brief these are the key responsibilities:
Manage the Operational Excellence team and develop the team and individuals
Manage the operational development portfolio and execute DVP process improvements
Drive the Improvement Councils (steering committees) for operational development
Drive efficiency improvement programs for PPP
Identify improvement areas where continuous improvements are needed
Support pro-active quality work in R&D projects
Support the learning organization
To be the PPP interface towards Penta Digital&IT, GTT Digital Engineering for IT and tools development



Competence Profile
Your attitude and mind-set will be key assets for us. As a person you enjoy teamwork and can inspire and challenge your colleagues. We also value your proactive and curious mindset.
We strive for a diverse team and believe that it is our people that make the difference. That is why you as a person are what matters the most to us.


Except your great personality the below competences are needed:
Experience from the automotive industry from project management, product development or other relevant areas
Strong leadership skills – bringing out the best in people and teams
Results oriented and “can-do-it” attitude
Excellent capability for collaboration and stake holder management
Holistic view, but with the ability to go into details when needed
Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to interact and influence at all levels
Structured and well organized
Master of Science or similar university degree



What is our offer to you?
Our employees describe Volvo Penta as a great place to work, built upon respect and commitment. We encourage people to take individual responsibility and offer exciting assignments in a highly innovative environment.
The position offers excellent opportunities for you to use your own initiative. We strongly believe that high performance comes from having fun at work and the courage to think outside the box.
You will be part of the Projects & Execution’s leadership team and report to the Vice President Projects & Execution.
The position is based in Gothenburg, Sweden.


If you are curious to hear more, please contact:
Hiring manager: Christina Kaijser, VP Projects & Execution: christina.kaijser@volvo.com, +46 739027129
HR contact: Teresa Krook, VP HR PPP, + 46 765 533710


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