Local 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.

About us
Industrialization Propulsion Components is a section within Manufacturing Engineering. Together with our central resources, we develop and implement quality assured, flexible and effective production systems in the Propulsion Components shop, in the plant. The section is working cross functionally & project oriented, securing local industrialization of car programs.
We are currently looking for two Local Area Leaders, one for Electric Drive Unit and one for Cell to Body. You will start your assignment in Gothenburg, collaborating with our central resources. You will eventually relocate to Slovakia and be part of the Local Industrialization team in Kosice.
Are you looking for a position where you can develop your leadership competences, continue to build your technical and manufacturing skills? This can be the perfect opportunity! 

What you will do
As a Local Area Leader, you will be a project leader and you will also lead a cross functional team that secures best process design possible by driving Manufacturing KPIs for an intended manufacturing plant within own commodity area. You will own and align global manufacturing processes and strategies within the car programs that share commonality with programs or platforms. 

As our Local Area Leader, you will also: 
•    Plan and lead the team to achieve project time plans. 
•    Represents ME as well as the plants, in supporting stakeholders.
•    Secure all Manufacturing deliveries from the team to the car programs.
•    Take actions on manufacturing related obstacle to achieve best process design and update status to Gateway/Milestone reports within area of responsibility up to Final Data Judgment.
•    Share best practice and knowledge and coach the team members.

Do you fit the profile?
You have a M.Sc. in Production or Mechanical Engineering or corresponding professional experience, such as Project Leader or similar. You have competence in Lean Process Design. Other attributes which we put value on are: Business acumen mind-set, a 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. Willingness to work abroad and relocate to other countries. 

You need to be fluent in English, written and spoken due to our global organization set up.

How to learn more and apply
Does this sound like your new challenge?
Please attach your application as soon as possible, but no later than 2022-12-15. 
For questions about the position please contact, contact manager Anna Burman, anna.burman@volvocars.com
For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact recruiter Ayla Kutlay at ayla.kutlay@volvocars.com 
Your application should include CV and Cover letter written in English. Please note that, due to GDPR applications via email will not be accepted.