Regional Logistic Manager Market Area Europe

Regional Logistic Manager - Market Area Europe

At Parts Supply & Logistics, you are part of a global team that makes sure that the cars we build meet the highest expectations from our customers. In close collaboration with people inside and outside the company, we drive and lead the supply chain - from the supplier to the customer - in a lean way. If you want to reach your personal goals together with other people, Parts Supply & Logistics is the place for you to prosper.

Customer Service is a unit within Volvo Car Corporation, responsible for the global aftermarket business, development and distribution of genuine parts, service- and repair methods and accessories. Our ambition is to be the most desired provider of parts, accessories and service to our Volvo dealers and customers and thereby contribute to creating the most exciting car experience for the customer. The head office is located in Gothenburg. The logistics function is part of Customer Service and is responsible for the procurement, storage and distribution of spare parts and accessories to Volvo Cars customers throughout the world. This includes operational control of all Volvo-owned parts inventory, warehouse management and transportation, as well as the long-term development of the global logistics process. The business is built around a central warehouse in Gothenburg and China, as well as a number of supporting warehouses around the world.

As Regional Logistic Manager you will have the responsibility to be the contact person for logistic KPI's (cost, availability, lead time etc.) for the National Sales Companies including responsibility for communicating the KPI's and taking corrective action if needed. In addition, give input on market demands on logistics development activities for Customer Service Business plan.

Main responsibilities

* Set and follow up of KPI for the warehouse and transport operations in the region. If deviations initiate and follow up corrective actions.
* Responsible for following up and controlling the logistic operational cost (warehouse & transport) including giving input to budget and forecast
* Strive for finding continuous improvement in the supply chain
* Ensure that communication, coordination and processes are followed and developed between National Sales Companies, external DC's (XDC), importers and Parts Supply and Logistics.
* Ensure that Customer Service perform the agreed KPI's and support according to Logistic Operational Agreement with markets in the region
* Acting as a project leader and sub project leader in different projects within the area or region
* Initiate development activities including logistic studies inside the region

Required qualifications

* Masters degree within engineering or economics with logistics specialisation or likewise experience.
* Minimum 3 years of relevant work experience
* Excellent communication skills in written and spoken English.
* Solid experience from leading projects
* Willingness to travel within Europe, approximately 2-4 days per month
* Advanced skills in Excel
* Proven leadership skills
* Drivers license
* Experience from automotive aftermarket logistics is meritorious
* Experience from working at a 3PL is meritorious
* Experience from commercial negotiations and legal knowledge is meritorious

Personal qualities

* Strong business acumen
* Strong teamwork ability
* Ability to prioritize own work and deliver on time
* Strong analytical skills
* Result oriented
* Enjoy working with several interfaces such as suppliers, customers, stakeholders
* Customer oriented

About Volvo Car Group
The future belongs to those who are empowered by a great idea and have the ability to carry it out. At Volvo Car Group, our vision is clear: "To be the world's most progressive and desired luxury car brand" by simplifying people's lives. We have bold targets when it comes to innovation, sales and customer satisfaction and to make this happen, we need talented people onboard. People with passion, energy, business sense and the drive to innovate. People that want to create the next generation Volvo cars in a global, dynamic and respectful environment. We will support you to reach your full potential. Join us on this exciting journey into the future.

Contact
In this recruitment process we are collaborating with Randstad Sourceright. If you have any questions regarding the position you are welcome to contact the responsible recruitment consultant Daniela Borquez by e-mail daniela.borquez@randstadsourceright.se. Note that applications by e-mail will not be accepted.

Interviews will be held continuously. To apply, please register your profile and attach your application documents via the link below as soon as possible but no later than Nov 11th, 2016.