VIE - Crisis and Risk

Location: 

Göteborg, SE, 417 15

Position Type:  Student

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. 

What you will do

 

Within Volvo Group Purchasing, you will contribute to transforming our company, the transport industry, and society as a whole.

 

As a Case Leader, Supplier Crisis Management, you will play a key role in securing the Volvo Group supply chain in a demanding international environment.

 

In this role, you will:

 

Lead and resolve crisis situations impacting the supply chain
Coordinate cross-functional teams (Purchasing, Engineering, Operations, Brands) to ensure delivery continuity
Work closely with Tier 1 suppliers and, when necessary, engage Tier N suppliers
Facilitate daily crisis follow-up meetings with internal and external stakeholders
Provide regular reporting to senior and executive management
Identify and deploy fast, innovative solutions to secure flows
Contribute to continuous improvement of crisis management processes and tools

 

Your future team

 

You will join the Crisis Case Management team within the Supply Network Resiliency (SNR) organization in Europe.

This international, dynamic, performance-driven team works closely with multiple functions and regions. We share a culture built on trust, teamwork, operational excellence, and strong results orientation.

 

Who are you?

 

Do you dream bigger? So do we, and we are excited to grow together.

 

Must-have requirements:

 

Master’s degree (engineering school, business school, or equivalent)
First experience (including internship/apprenticeship) in purchasing, supply chain, quality, or supplier management
Ability to manage complex situations and work under pressure
Excellent communication and team coordination skills
Fluent in English (international environment)

 

Nice to have:

 

Experience in, or strong interest in, crisis management
Good understanding of industrial and supply chain challenges
Data analysis skills and ability to make quick decisions
Creative, solution-oriented mindset
Knowledge of the automotive or industrial sector

 

What’s in it for you?

 

We offer a stimulating, international environment, as well as the benefits of the VIE program, including:

 

A high-responsibility professional experience in an international context
Deep immersion into strategic supply chain challenges
A collaborative, dynamic, and caring work environment
A good work-life balance in a flexible working setup
Professional development and career opportunities within the Volvo Group
An attractive location in Gothenburg, Sweden, known for its quality of life and innovation

 

Ready for the next step?

 

Are you excited to bring your skills and innovative ideas? We look forward to meeting you. Apply today!

 

 

About the VIE Program:

The VIE, International Voluntary Abroad, is a French international corporate placement program for young professionals between the age of 18 and 28 who are European Union nationals. For these reasons, we thank you in advance to mention these items on your CV. For more detailed information about the eligibility conditions to this program, we invite you to go to Business France website.

 

 

We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail. 

 

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. 

 

Trucks Technology & Industrial Division hire team players who are ready to create real customer impact. Our decentralized teams work close to our customers, with speed and autonomy, to build what they truly need. 
Join us to collaborate on innovative, sustainable technologies that redefine how we design, build, and deliver value. Bring your curiosity, your expertise, and your collaborative energy, and together, we’ll turn bold ideas into tangible solutions for our customers and contribute to a more sustainable tomorrow. 

Job Category:  Purchasing
Organization:  Trucks Technology & Industrial
Travel Required:  Occasional Travel
Requisition ID:  30775

Do we share the same aspirations?

Every day, Volvo Group products and services ensure that people have food on the table, children arrive safely at school and roads and buildings can be constructed. Looking ahead, we are committed to driving the transition to sustainable and safe transport, mobility and infrastructure solutions toward a net-zero society.

Joining Volvo Group, you will work with some of the world’s most iconic brands and be part of a global and leading industrial company that is harnessing automated driving, electromobility and connectivity.

Our people are passionate about what they do, they aim for high performance and thrive on teamwork and learning. Everyday life at Volvo is defined by a climate of support, care and mutual respect.

If you aspire to grow and make an impact, join us on our journey to create a better and more resilient society for the coming generations.