Logistics Engineer

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.

What´s in it for you 
At Inbound Logistic - Tactical Planning & Optimization, you are part of a supply chain mgmt. team that makes sure that right prerequisite is set to run our transport network at all time. To make this happen, we secure that all incoming transportation is planned, optimised, implemented, and executed, cost efficiently and with exact precision, to the entire Volvo Cars organisation. 
If your passion is transportation flows and you want to be a part of optimizing our current transportation network then this is the right position for you! 

What you will do
You will be a part of a team of Logistic Engineers in Inbound Tactical Transport Planning function located in Gothenburg and you will have a responsibility area towards one of our destination points in Europe, factory, or cross dock/terminal. You will also work close to operation and have tactical responsibility of carriers. The Transportation Network includes all modes of transportation from direct material suppliers in Europe and all over the world to production facilities in Europe. This position will act as the interface between Inbound Logistics Team and many other functions inside the company for Transportation Network Planning and Optimization works.
The purpose of the Inbound Logistic Tactical Planning & Optimization organization is to identify and drive development of cost, service, and lead-time on a tactical (short mid-term) level. The function shall improve, develop, and implement the standard inbound transportation network as well as integrate new material part suppliers and carriers to create a reliable and efficient logistics network. The function shall secure that systems are kept up to date with accurate master data at all times and that new suppliers and carriers are introduced in a timely manner to support start of production for each flow and for any changes in network. 
The function adapts the chosen transport mode to line speed changes at all time.  
The function shall also work with volume forecast on a tactical (short midterm) level and do necessary adaptations to secure bought capacity for our carriers. The role is also responsible for driving cost and sustainability improvement and follow up on respective area of responsibility. 
This function has a critical impact for IBL to meet Volvo Cars’ budget for IBL costs. The team works in close cooperation with Transport Procurement, Supply Chain Control, and all departments within Inbound Logistic and Supply chain mgmt. We are also working close to the EMEA plants, XD docks and Consolidation centres. 
The role, Logistics Engineer – Inbound Logistic Tactical Planning & Optimization - EMEA, is located within the Inbound Logistic Operational transport function within the Global Inbound Logistics organisation (IBL) and you will report to the Senior Manager - Inbound Logistic Optimization - EMEA 
You and your skills
We think you have a university degree within Supply chain/Logistics management or equivalent skills, or knowledge acquired through a minimum of 3 years of experience of operational transportation management. We think you have a strong understanding and experience of Transport Management System and transport networks, preferably experience from the automotive industry and carrier operation. We believe also that you have an Excellent communication skill on all levels and have experience and ability to explain complex scenarios on a management level, as well as to communicate findings and make recommendations that drive change.
If you have an operational background and/or experience in logistic processes, transportations or forwarding business, that knowledge is highly beneficial.
You have proven ability to be accurate and detail oriented because this will be needed in your daily tasks. As a person your strengths are knowing when to prioritize and at the same time work analytically and have a problem-solving manner. We believe that you are fluent in English both spoken and written also.
To succeed in this role, you have strong quantitative and analytical skills and experience in MS Excel, Power Bi and understand and can read and make magic happen with big data files. You have strong communication and networking skills as this role interacts with a variety of stakeholders, both internally and externally. You enjoy working in collaboration with different partners internally and outside the company.
To conclude, you are team-oriented individual that has a holistic approach, and you enjoy working with tasks where you use your analytic and communicative skills. You work with a positive and innovative mind-set that everything is possible.  
How to learn more and apply
For questions about the position please contact Hiring Manager Frida St-Pierre at frida.st.pierre@volvocars.com. For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Recruiter Ayla Kutlay at ayla.kutlay@volvocars.com.

Interviews will be held continuously so please register your profile and attach your application as soon as possible, but no later than February 15, 2022.

Your application should include CV in English. Please note that due to GDPR applications via email will not be accepted.