Solution Architect Manufacturing SAP S4/Hana

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? 
We are looking for a passionate Solution Architect for our SAP S4/Hana landscape supporting our Components Plants and manufacturing demand cluster. The product secures the digital tools and manufacturing capabilities for our component plants based in Skövde (electrical engines) and Olofström (body components stamping/assembly). 
Currently we are rolling out SAP S4 /Hana in a program mode towards our component plants to be ready for the future. You will join the Manufacturing Demand Cluster within Global Manufacturing Digital at Volvo Cars. This product cluster manages the net material requirements, call-offs, in-plant logistics flows etc. We use modern tools and agile methods to create business value continuously, ensure high quality and adaptability in our delivery. 
What you’ll do 
As a solution architect you will be a digital technology leader responsible for definition and high-level design of target solutions and the technical runway of the cluster. This includes driving the architecture within the product cluster (ART) together with other solution architects. You ensure that solutions are developed in a scalable way and that they are global by design. You enable SAP solutions to meet operational requirements for our business stakeholders, and you guide cluster members in manufacturing domains and/or on technology strategy.
You articulate and consistently emphasize the target architecture and roadmap to product teams and other stakeholders. You drive the cooperation towards SAP and secure the deliverables towards the standard of SAP S4/Hana. You enable guidance to Product Owners, RTE’s and PM’s. Lastly, you are participating as a member of the cluster management team, and you review as well as contribute to the program-level vision and roadmap.

How to learn more and apply
Does this sound like your next challenge? Welcome with your application by submitting your resume and cover letter via the link below no later than the 16th of March 2022. However, incoming applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so please apply as soon as possible. For questions about the position, you are welcome to contact Ola Spetz, Team Manager, at ola.spetz@volvocars.com. For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Senior Recruiter Jonathan Allirol at jonathan.allirol@volvocars.com. Please note that we will not accept applications via email.

Do you fit the profile?
You have proven experience of implementing SAP S4/Hana in the Manufacturing domain, automotive is seen as a benefit. You have a genuine interest in software development and/or experience of IT solutions within SAP S4/Hana (including modules as EWM, SD, PP, PPDS, TM and ACS).

Who are you?
For this position, you need to have excellent communication skills, high integrity, strong sense of delivery and a personal eagerness to accomplish results and getting things done. You embrace a culture of trust and complete transparency. You are ambitious, energetic, creative and open minded with the aim to find new solutions to existing problems.