Head of Commercial Launch Communication & Global Exhibitions Volvo Buses

About Volvo Buses 

Volvo Buses is one of the world’s leading providers of sustainable people transport solutions. Our offer includes premium chassis, city and intercity buses, coaches, and a wide range of services – from connected services for increased productivity, uptime, and safety to financing and project management. 

Within Brand, Marketing and Communication, we strengthen Volvo Buses as a premium, trusted, and human-centric brand. We support the business through clear narratives, coordinated launch communication, marketing activation, and strong brand presence across markets, channels and global customer touchpoints. 

The role 

As Head of Commercial Launch Communication and Global Exhibitions, you will play a central role in leading the communication planning, market activation and brand expression for Volvo Buses’ major commercial launches, global tradeshows, and other key events. You will drive the communication and marketing workstream in complex cross-functional projects, ensuring that products, services and strategic messages are brought to market with clarity, consistency and commercial impact. 

Your work will directly support our commercial agenda and strengthen Volvo Buses’ position in sustainable people transport. You will ensure alignment across regions, clusters, and functions on launch communications, messaging, marketing activation, and customer-facing experiences. Through effective governance, working groups, and reference groups, you will translate the Volvo Buses brand strategy into consistent, high-quality execution across every major launch and event. 

What you will do 

• Lead the communication and marketing workstream for major Volvo Buses global commercial launches, ensuring clear messaging, strong marketing activation and alignment with the established launch process. 
• Drive the governance and coordination of launch projects, including working groups, reference groups, suppliers and key stakeholders across regions, clusters and functions. 
• Secure early involvement, input and approval from relevant market and regional representatives to ensure strong local relevance and execution. 
• Prepare, position and present proposals, launch plans, progress and communication priorities to secure endorsement from Volvo Buses management team and other decision forums 
• Act as project lead for global and major tradeshows, exhibitions and events, from early planning, stand surface booking and concept development to supplier coordination, execution and follow-up. 
• Ensure that launches, tradeshows and events translate Volvo Buses’ brand strategy into clear customer experiences, strong brand expression and high-quality execution. 

Who you are 

You are a strong communicator who enjoys turning ideas, insights and business priorities into communication that people understand and remember. You combine creativity with structure and have the ability to move between strategic discussions and practical delivery. You build trust through collaboration, quality, and a clear sense of ownership. 

We believe you are motivated by working in a global environment where communication plays an important role in shaping perception, supporting transformation, and creating business value. You are comfortable working with many stakeholders and can keep momentum even when priorities shift. 

What will help you succeed 

• Proven experience in a project-leading role within a communication, marketing or brand department, preferable in a global B2B environment. 
• Experience working with creative, communication or event agencies, from briefing and concept development to delivery and follow-up. 
• Strong writing and editing skills in English, with the ability to adapt tone and message to different audiences. 
• Experience from B2B communication, transport, technology, sustainability or complex global organizations is valuable. 
• Knowledge of tradeshows, exhibitions and events, including how to plan and deliver customer-focused brand experiences in physical meeting places. 
• Good understanding of digital channels, content planning, campaign coordination and communication, and marketing activation. 
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced global environment, managing several activities in parallel and adapting to changing priorities with structure and attention to detail. 
• Ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders, build strong relationships, and drive alignment across functions, markets and external partners. 
• Strong understanding of brand positioning and how to translate strategy into clear concepts, messages, and experiences. 
• Bachelor’s degree or comparable education in a relevant field and fluency in English, both spoken and written. 
• Your leadership style is collaborative, inspiring, and grounded in Volvo values. You build trust, empower teams, and drive cross‑functional impact with clarity and integrity.  

Why join us? 

At Volvo Buses, you will be part of a team that works close to the business and contributes to an important transformation in public and commercial transport. You will have the opportunity to shape communication on topics that matter for customers, passengers, and society, while working with skilled colleagues across markets and functions. 

We value diverse perspectives and believe that inclusive teams make us stronger. If you are excited about the role but do not meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply. 

Location & Application 

The position is based in Gothenburg, Sweden. Some international travel is required.  

For more information, please contact:  

• Anna Eckerstein, SVP Brand, Marketing & Communication, Volvo Buses  
• Caroline Kassay, SVP People & Culture, Volvo Buses  

Please submit your application and CV through the Volvo Group career portal. We review applications continuously and last application date is September 13.