Senior Logistic 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. 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’s in it for you? 
Senior Engineer Logistics, Core & Annual is a key role in the team belonging to the sub-unit Manufacturing Technology. 
This position is for the new coming subunit VCPC Volvo Car Propulsion Components 
You will be working with an engaged and diverse team of logistics engineers, Core ME and Process teams that are Subject Matter Experts in their respective field of responsibility.
This key logistics role gives a unique exposure to the product creation process at Volvo Cars as well an opportunity to impact the global logistics strategies and standards of a growing global industrial footprint in a truly cross functional process.
Location Gothenburg.

What you’ll do.
You will have the functional responsibility for:
•    Developing logistics strategies, requirements and standards related to plant material handling solutions for global implementation, following the Volvo Cars Manufacturing System.
•    Concept planning in new car programs before start of production with the objective to secure that logistics strategies, requirements and standards are included in the industrialization phase in a quality and cost-efficient manner. 
•    Creation of generic ideal layouts (whole site and/or individual areas) for logistics processes while securing the application of lean principles. 
•    Drive and protect commonality, standardisation, and cost efficiency in all key processes and across plants with a global alignment of standards in key areas. 
•    Develop strong interfaces and relationships with key stakeholders including Program Management and Manufacturing Engineering.

Do you fit the profile?
To be successful in this role you should have experience in logistics and material handling in a manufacturing logistics environment. We do believe you have an university degree in Logistics or equivalent. 
It will be a plus, if you also have experience of developing concepts including experience of applying lean principles and experience from project management. 
We believe that you are a strong communicator who is fluent in English both oral and written, as this is a global position where contacts around the world is daily business. 

Who are you?
On a personal level, you have ability to deliver in time with high quality. You enjoy being part of several projects with multiple stakeholders with the aim of reaching a common goal.
You understand the importance of being a true team player, are full of energy, and like to bring new ideas to the table and enjoy working with a mixture of strategic and operational tasks.
We think you have great business acumen and a strong ability to clearly articulate concepts and ideas both orally and written. 
If you like to work in a rapidly changing environment, if you have an open mind and the ability to handle short-term changing priorities this might be the job you have been looking for.

How to learn more and apply?
Welcome with your application by submitting your resume and cover letter via our recruitment system, please note that we do not accept applications through email. We want your application at the latest 30th of May 2022. 
For questions about the position please contact Hiring Manager, Dan Borgström at e-mail Dan.borgstrom@volvocars.com or at phone +46 766210689. For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Recruiter, Heléne Stigsson at e-mail Helene.stigsson@volvocars.com 

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