PDM business analyst

Volvo Group Product Data Management (PDM) logic is used to manage Volvo Group’s product defining information throughout the entire product lifecycle. PDM logic consists of a set of information elements (such as variants, parts, CAD-models, design change notes etc.), methods and an IT ecosystem (with KOLA in center).
We are a team of experts globally working with the PDM logic based on global and cross-functional demands in different product areas. The work is carried out together with a comprehensive network of colleagues at different Volvo Group sites and functions.


We are now looking for an experienced PDM business analyst to join our team and bring Volvo Group PDM logic to the next level.


Main tasks:
As PDM business analyst, your main tasks will be to:
participate in PDM-related business investigations and projects in mechanical and embedded software areas to map business demands and define corresponding PDM solution.
actively spread and share knowledge by developing high-end presentations and coaching others.
be involved in defining new processes and methods as well as specifying IT support required in order to meet future business demands.
cooperate with specialists from other functions/sites across Product Development, Sales & Marketing, Manufacturing and Aftermarket, at different divisions within the Volvo Group.
continuously follow state of art and trends in the PDM area and identify improvement potentials.

Qualifications and competences
To succeed in this role, you have:
experience of Volvo Group PDM, i.e. KOLA logic
experience of Volvo Group CAD/DMU environment
strong analytical skills
strong coordination and collaboration skills
experience of making business analyses
good presentation skills
engineering degree
basic trucks knowledge

As we are a truly global and diverse company, most of your meetings and communication will be in English, hence you need to be fluent in both spoken and written English.


Personal skills:
You consider PDM as one of a company’s main assets and are prepared to work as a business analyst and PDM ambassador across different organizations, sites and functions. Since our team has a strategic role and cooperates with large number of different functions within the Volvo Group, you will readily take own initiatives and drive identified topics independently with energy and passion using your social and networking abilities as well as your specialist skills in a global, multi-cultural and multi-brand environment.


We are now offering you an opportunity to be part of forming the future in this very important and expanding area within Volvo Group. Your employment will consist of truly exciting challenges together with highly skilled colleagues at one of the world’s largest providers of products and services for the international transport industry. Working in our global environment will offer you both professional and personal developmental opportunities. We are eager to share competences with you and provide you with fantastic opportunities to learn and develop with us. Together we drive prosperity and experience the challenges!


The position is located in Gothenburg and may include occasional traveling.


For further information, please feel free to contact me:
Samir Mesihovic, Manager – Product Definition
Tel: +46 (0)739024584


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