Director Strategic Product Planning COE
Göteborg, SE, 417 15
Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.
Are you ready?
Are you passionate about influencing and driving the future of trucks? Do you want to be in the forefront of the transportation industry transformation towards a sustainable future? If so, Strategic Product Planning is the place to be.
This is us, your new colleagues
Strategic Product Planning (SPP) is a highly strategic and influential function within Group Trucks Technology (GTT). We support the entire Volvo Group in navigating the transformation and setting the direction of a visionary and holistic product plan driving the Group’s long-terms goals.
SPP is a global function with team members in Sweden, France, USA, and Brazil, but we work with colleagues and stakeholders across all Volvo Group’s locations worldwide. We are passionate about defining, analyzing and translating business requirements and user needs into meaningful and desirable commercial solutions. We constantly strive to increase innovation and efficiency through collaboration, and we always aim at delivering the most inspiring product offer in the industry.
What will you do?
As Director of Strategic Product Planning – COE you will lead, empower and inspire a diverse team in building a strong and sustainable portfolio of products and solutions for the COE (Cab over Engine) platform, including the Volvo Trucks and Renault Trucks brands. This role spans from early-stage strategic exploration to shaping prerequisites for specific vehicle projects — all aimed at delivering long-term success for our brands.
In this position, you will report to the Vice President of Strategic Product Planning and will be located in Gothenburg (Sweden). Your direct reports are based in Sweden, France and Brazil. You will be a member of the SPP Leadership Team, and a part of the Project & Product Strategy Office (PPSO).
Who are you?
We are looking for a highly communicative, engaging and inclusive leader, who leads with integrity, fosters trust and stays resilient through periods of change and complexity.
You build and maintain a broad network within the Volvo Group while delivering a compelling and balanced portfolio. Taking a holistic perspective on every topic, keeping the Group’s vision in mind comes naturally for you, while also enjoying understanding technology areas in detail. Challenging and motivating experts across the fields that contribute to a successful truck offering is something you do with confidence and curiosity.
In addition, an ability to influence, inspire, and guide diverse stakeholders will be key to success. Therefore, we are looking for someone who excels in building peer relationships and alliances, showcasing an entrepreneurial mindset. Facing ambiguity with vision and courage, and showing perseverance to stand firm when needed, is key to thriving in this role.
We also want you to have:
• At least 10 years of proven leadership and people management experience
• A Master's degree in Engineering, Design, or Finance is also necessary for this role.
• Strong presentation and communication skills
• In-depth knowledge of the transportation industry, its business models and heavy duty trucks technologies.
• Proven experience in multibrand management is essential, as well as a strong background in negotiation and tactical strategies.
• Global experience working in complex matrix organizations and demonstrated advanced skills in Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI.
• Fluency in English, both verbal and written, is required.
What's in it for you?
We offer a solid package of compensation and benefits. You will enjoy working in an environment that takes maximum advantage of the strength inherent in differences in knowledge, experience, age, gender, and nationality. In this role you will have multiple opportunities to develop your technical and leadership competencies. You will be an instrumental core member of the SPP leadership team, driving continuous changes towards business excellence.
If you are ready for the next step in your development and recognize yourself in this description, we look forward to receiving your application. The last application date is 25th of June. Interviews will be held continuously as applications are received, so we encourage you to apply early.
If you have questions, contact:
Gustavo Guerra, Vice President Strategic Product Planning, gustavo.guerra@volvo.com
Stella Klockars, Talent Acquisition Partner, stella.klockars@volvo.com
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Who we are and what we believe in
We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group’s leading brands and entities.
Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.
Group Trucks Technology are seeking talents to help design sustainable transportation solutions for the future. As part of our team, you’ll help us by engineering exciting next-gen technologies and contribute to projects that determine new, sustainable solutions. Bring your love of developing systems, working collaboratively, and your advanced skills to a place where you can make an impact. Join our design shift that leaves society in good shape for the next generation.