Operations Graduate Program – Business Controller

Operation Graduate Program - Business Controller Powertrain Production


The Volvo Group Operations Graduate Program is an international fast-track career program with the aim of developing future experts in the field of engineering, IT, data science etc. If you love driving innovation, gaining first-hand experience, and developing our future operations within a global organization, this is the graduate program for you! As a graduate, you will be an integral part of shaping Volvo Groups mobility solutions of the future.


What’s in it for you? 15-month trainee program during which you will be working on current, business-critical projects with integrated local and international job rotations
You are given your own tasks and responsibilities from the start
Benefit from personal career and team development events
Alongside other program participants, you will attend a variety of workshops and seminars designed to help you grow into your future career at Volvo Group
Receive a competitive salary and permanent position from day one
Benefit from individual support, coaching and feedback from your mentor and experts within your field
Build a network within the organization to foster your career development
Take the driver’s seat by shaping the program according to your own personal interests to develop your competencies for tomorrow

In addition, you will take a deep dive into some specific areas of our business such as manufacturing, health and safety, quality, and continuous improvements, while also learning about the end-to-end supply chain, aftermarket parts and our remanufacturing operations. We furthermore offer the opportunity for you to be part of our digital transformation, applying new technologies to connect and automate our processes. Together we work with AI, data science, machine learning, circular systems, virtual manufacturing and more, to build our fully electric or autonomous products.


If rotational development, a global set up and designing the world of tomorrow are aspects you are looking for in your next job context, this position might be something for you.


Required knowledge/experience Maximum two years of previous working experience, prior to or after graduation.
In this truly global program, communication will be in English, hence you need to be fluent in both speaking and writing in English.
Bachelor or Master of Science or Business Administration or Industrial Engineering and Management.
Swedish work permit preferred.

Job Description:


Do you want to be part of an exciting future at GTO Business Control Powertrain Production to reach operational excellence? Are you passionate about thinking big and outside of the box? Then you have what we are looking for to elevate our performance through innovation and technology.


As a business controller at Powertrain Productions, you deliver financial support and guidance factories, with the purpose to improve the business performance. You oversee the financial reporting and performance of Powertrain Production. Your task is to provide transparent information, to be the storyteller. A prerequisite for success is a strong ability for cooperation and communication, taking your financial conclusions and making them actionable.


You will be developing new tools and ways of working within Business Control. Experimenting and pushing the envelope with business intelligence, data management, visualization, statistics and accounting to provide new insight into our operations. You will collaborate with teams from other plants as well as our global headquarters in Sweden.


Who are we looking for? 


You love manufacturing and the idea of working in the automotive industry.
You enjoy collaborative work and are a great team colleague.
You are passionate about new technologies and digital tools.
You have strong skills in statistics, computer technology or computer programming.
You are naturally curious and creative and an excellent communicator.
You understand the basics of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
You have an interest in international business and working with high performing teams.


This is us, your new team:


We are part of the connected global team of business control professionals across the Volvo Group worldwide leveraging the best ideas and proven solutions. We are an open and collaborative team, with a culture built on mutual trust and respect. Always encouraging each other to dare, perform and develop.


You will be part of a team in Gothenburg, collaborating through the global controlling network located in Sweden, France, Brazil and USA.


Location:
Sweden, Gothenburg


Curious, and have some questions? Contact me!


Marie Andersson - Vice President Business Control Powertrain Production ,marie.e.andersson@volvo.com
Phone: +46739027868
Margareta Norén - HRBP Powertrain Production, margareta.noren@volvo.com,
Phone: +46 313237617


Are we a perfect match?


So, if you are a person who is flexible, embraces opportunities and is ready to take action? Then we are hoping to hear from you!


At Volvo Group, we draw our strength from diversity, and we believe that a work environment and culture that is inclusive, equitable and diverse is key to success, attractivity and wellbeing. We welcome and encourage all applications regardless of gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, cultural background, religion, or belief. We embrace individuality and value each colleague for who they are.


During the recruitment process email will be the primary way for us to communicate with you, please monitor the inbox for the email address you register in your application. In this recruitment process psychometric testing and video interviews are part of the matching process. Selected candidates will receive further instructions by mail.