Senior Expert - Global Customs

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.

What do we offer?
At Customs & Export Controls we are accelerating our plans and are seeking new talent to join us in providing the input that will help shape the future development of Volvo Cars. You will be an integral part of an engaged global team that has high expectations placed on it with management support to do things differently and with confidence.
Are you looking for a role where you have a future oriented perspective and where you make a true difference- this might be the role for you! 

What’s in it for you?
Volvo Cars recognises the value that customs can bring. We therefore provide an environment where you will be exposed to apply all your expert knowledge to make a real difference.  Since we never stand still and are in an industry undergoing a rapid transition you will be challenged in a way that will bring your best out while providing opportunity for growth. If customs is your passion and results drive you, we are sure there is no better place to be.

What you’ll do.
You will be a key contributor leading and driving customs’ projects and initiatives on a global level together with your colleagues. You will be the speaking partner providing customs input into car programs, product development, logistics flows etc. Importantly, you will challenge the way customs is done and offer alternatives that will secure compliance and enable efficient business operations.
You will spend a lot of time in early phase development and preparing us for value adding operations and along the way identify, develop, and execute business cases utilizing duty mitigation methodologies.
Moreover, you will also inspire and contribute to delivering increased automation in customs processes using technology and provide consulting services to our exciting affiliates (Polestar, Lynk&Co as some examples) in their pursuits. 
Adding to the flavour of the role, you will be a key driver in continually developing and driving the Customs & Export Controls strategy within our organization and work with customs compliance on a corporate level.

You and your skills.
We are looking for someone innovative – don’t expect to be following an existing script - you will be creating the future. You are probably not afraid of the unknown and dare to do things differently as well as move with speed and create value with your delivery.
Along with being a team player who brings everyone along on the journey we consider it important that you can bring an in-depth understanding of the global customs’ process (supply chain, duty savings methodologies, import/export, valuation, classification, origin etc) and a demonstrated use of those skills in enabling business operations.

This is a role where we will expect you to be able to bring clarity to ambiguity and traverse the complex landscape of a truly global company.  
Background
•    We believe the candidates we are looking for ideally have a minimum 8 years working with customs/international trade in a large global organization, consulting firm, or similar.
•    Have excellent oral and written communication skills (English).
•    Are passionate, dedicated and drives activity to results.
•    Are structured and in control of their program as well as unafraid to make decisions.

How to learn more and apply.
For questions about the position please contact Head of Global Customs Projects & Strategy Andrew Brock at andrew.brock@volvocars.com. For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Recruiter, Helene Stigsson at Helene.Stigsson@volvocars.com. We want your application at the latest 3rd of January 2022.
Please note that applications via email will not be accepted. Interviews will be held continuously.