VIE - Crisis and Risk Management Analyst

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.

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: www.civiweb.com 

Your future team 

Within Group Trucks Purchasing and the Supply Network Resilience & PM department, the Crisis & Risk Management Team is looking for 3 VIEs, for a 13th months contract in Gothenburg, starting September 1st 2025.

What you will do

As a VIE Risk and Crisis Management Analyst, you will play a critical role in supporting our risk management and crisis response efforts. You will work closely with our risk management team to identify, assess, and mitigate potential risks, and assist in developing strategies to manage crises effectively. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic and challenging field while contributing to the safety and resilience of our supply chain.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct risk assessments and analyze potential threats to the company.
• Assist in the development and implementation of risk management policies and procedures.
• Monitor and report on emerging risks and global trends that could impact the company.
• Participate in the crisis management.
• Support the coordination of crisis response activities during incidents.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure comprehensive risk management coverage.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation of risk assessments, incident reports, and response plans.

Who are you?

• Recent graduate with a Master’s degree project management, Business Continuity, production management, lean manufacturing or a related field.
• Previous experience or internships in risk management, crisis management, or a related area is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Fluency in English; knowledge of other languages is an advantage.
• Eligible for the VIE program as per Business France’s requirements (aged 18-28, European Union citizenship).

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Who we are and what we believe in 
Our focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive by providing a safe and supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. We are committed to removing the barriers to entry, which is why we ask that even if you feel you may not meet every qualification on the job description, please apply and let us decide.

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group’s leading brands and entities. 

Group Trucks Purchasing has 125 BSEK in purchasing annual spend and 2,550 supply chain partners in serial production. We deliver the best possible products and service that bring value to our customers through scouting and working with high performing supply chain partners. We support Volvo Group's mission ‘Driving prosperity through transport solutions' through sustainability, business ethics and innovation. Joining us means working in a global context with 1,400 colleagues from diverse backgrounds and different nationalities across 25 countries while contributing to the core business and results of Volvo Group.