Volvo Group

About the Company

The Volvo Group is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of trucks, buses, construction equipment and marine and industrial engines. The Group also provides complete solutions for financing and service. The Volvo Group, with its headquarters in Gothenburg, employs about 100,000 people, has production facilities in 18 countries and sells its products in more than 190 markets.

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Company Name

Volvo Group

Job Title

Future Leaders

Job Description

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport 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.

Geloof jij ook dat gemotiveerde medewerkers het resultaat zijn van sterk leiderschap? Schuilt er in jou een goede communicator én inspirator, die mensen weet te begeleiden in hun pad naar persoonlijke groei? Help jij bij het overwinnen van hun angsten, om hen zo vol moed & zelfvertrouwen de richting van innovatie in te sturen? Bij Volvo Group zijn we altijd op zoek naar Future Leaders. Ontdek snel wat dat bij ons inhoudt!

Wat doet een Supervisor (Future Leader) bij Volvo Group?

Als supervisor sta je in voor de operationele leiding van logistieke- of productieprocessen. Dit betekent dat je jouw mensen begeleidt en aanstuurt om samen de vooropgestelde objectieven te bereiken. Jij stoomt ze klaar tot professionals die efficiënt kunnen werken in een fast-paced environment, waar verandering dagelijks op het agenda staat. Jouw persoonlijke aanpak zorgt ervoor dat zij de nodige individuele benadering en coaching krijgen, om het beste in zichzelf naar boven te halen. Daarnaast kan je ook de nodige regels aan de dag brengen. Een leider is streng, maar rechtvaardig. Dat geldt ook hier. Jij zorgt voor het evenwicht tussen empathie, autonomie en hierarchie. Zo zorg jij ervoor dat jouw mensen de regels inzake veiligheid, kwaliteit, ergonomie en milieu nauwgezet opvolgen. Jij stimuleert hen om enerzijds de regels te volgen en anderzijds verbeteringsvoorstellen te doen. Zij zijn tenslotte de experts in het productie of logistiek proces. Zij hebben de kennis, jij de attitude om van hén medewerkers te maken met een gezonde dosis zelfvertrouwen en vooral veel ‘goesting’.

Denk jij een Future Leader te kunnen zijn?

Zit leidinggeven in je natuur? Ben jij altijd al de bruggenbouwer geweest tussen verschillende groepen mensen, waarbij jij zorgde voor consensus? Ben je zelfbewust en weet je anderen te motiveren, maar ook corrigeren als dat nodig is? Dan is dit misschien wel iets voor jou!

Een supervisor of future leader is namelijk iemand die denkt in termen van ‘wij’. Niet alleen jij wil vooruit, je wil dat iedereen mee is. Jij zorgt voor de juiste begeleiding, een afgelijnd pakket van duidelijke regels én de ruimte om zichzelf te zijn. Je houdt van plannen, organiseren en optimaliseren. Continu verbeteren? Daar draait het voor jou om! Jij hebt een globaal beeld van de organisatie, maar je let op detail en zorgt dat elke KPI het best mogelijke resultaat behaalt. Hoe? Door gewoon jezelf te zijn. Jouw uitstraling en enthousiasme zorgen voor energie bij jouw medewerkers. Zo krijgen ze zelf de kriebels te pakken om te verbeteren, te innoveren en de uitdagingen aan te gaan. Natuurlijk vragen wij wel een uitstekende kennis van de Engelse en Nederlandse taal, want niet alleen jouw houding is belangrijk ook jouw communicatiestijl telt mee. En niet te vergeten, een geboren leider in een operationele omgeving heeft een goede kennis van technische en logistieke topics én heeft een bachelordiploma op zak.

Interesse?

Mirror mirror on the wall, does this sound like you or your pal? Neem dan snel een kijkje op onze website en ontdek hoe wij van jou een Future Leader kunnen maken. Niet echt jouw ding, maar wel een perfect match voor één van jouw vrienden? Spread the love!

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

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 Operations encompasses all production of the Group’s manufacturing of Volvo, Renault and Mack trucks, as well as engines and transmissions. We also orchestrate the spare parts distribution for Volvo Group’s customers globally and design, operate and optimize logistics and supply chains for all brands. We count 30,000 employees at 30 plants and 50 distribution centers across the globe. Our global footprint offers an opportunity for an international career in a state-of-the-art industrial environment, where continuous improvement is the foundation. As our planet is facing great challenges, we - one of the largest industrial organizations in the world - stand at the forefront of innovation. We are ready to rise to the challenge. Would you like to join us?

Ghent, Belgium

On site

04-03-2025

Company Name

Volvo Group

Job Title

Head of Project & Portfolio Management

Job Description

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.

About The Role

Are you a strategic leader with a proven track record in project and portfolio management?

Do you have the vision to align projects with organizational goals, lead high-performing teams, and drive business transformation?

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Head of Project and Portfolio Management to lead and elevate our project management function.

This role requires a driven, collaborative, and strategic leader for the Project & Portfolio Management team.

The responsibilities include driving SML project execution and project portfolio governance, ensuring alignment with SML strategic priorities, budgets, and resource capacity. This leader will oversee a team of project and portfolio managers, ensuring alignment between business objectives and project investments, and fostering a culture of execution excellence.

The role offers flexible locations in Gothenburg, Greensboro, Lyon, Gent, and Curitiba.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage the Project and Portfolio Management Team, overseeing both project managers and portfolio managers.
Oversee and ensure successful delivery of Service Market Logistics high-value, complex projects and portfolio.
Drive best practices in project management methodologies, being the Center of Excellence for Project management in SML, securing competence development, global standards, and ways of working in the project management community in SML.
Develop, implement, and optimize processes for resource management, risk management, and performance tracking.
Partner with senior leadership to align project and portfolio strategies with organizational goals.
Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement within the project management team.
Manage budgets, timelines, and reporting for all key projects and the complete portfolio.
Champion change management strategies to enhance project adoption and business impact.
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of project and portfolio managers, fostering a high-performance team spirit and a culture of care.
Drive continuous improvement by identifying skill gaps, providing coaching, and promoting professional development.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for a dynamic leader with proven experience in managing large, complex portfolios and leading project management teams.

You will bring strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across all levels. Your deep understanding of project management methodologies and portfolio management best practices will be essential to driving successful outcomes.

With exceptional problem-solving skills and a track record of overcoming obstacles, you will thrive in managing and prioritizing competing demands in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.

Your experience in change management will allow you to guide teams through transformation seamlessly, while your knowledge of Lean principles and Continuous Improvement methodologies (VPS (Volvo Performance System) experience is a plus) will contribute to optimizing processes and driving efficiency. You will be able to engage with senior stakeholders, influence decision-making, and drive results in a complex, constantly evolving setting. A master’s degree or equivalent in a related field is required, along with proficiency in English.

If you are an energetic leader eager to drive transformation and unlock the full potential of services within the Volvo Group, we would love to hear from you!

Ready for the next move?

You get an opportunity to work together with highly skilled colleagues in a global environment which provides opportunities to develop both professionally and personally.

Applications will be read, and interviews will be conducted continuously, so please do not wait with your application. However, the application deadline is March 25th.

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact:

Anna Weimers, VP Logistics & Service Development at anna.weimers@volvo.com

Åsa Strid, People & Culture Partner at asa.strid@volvo.com

Maria Westermark, Recruitment Department at maria.westermark@consultant.volvo.com

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

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 Operations encompasses all production of the Group’s manufacturing of Volvo, Renault and Mack trucks, as well as engines and transmissions. We also orchestrate the spare parts distribution for Volvo Group’s customers globally and design, operate and optimize logistics and supply chains for all brands. We count 30,000 employees at 30 plants and 50 distribution centers across the globe. Our global footprint offers an opportunity for an international career in a state-of-the-art industrial environment, where continuous improvement is the foundation. As our planet is facing great challenges, we - one of the largest industrial organizations in the world - stand at the forefront of innovation. We are ready to rise to the challenge. Would you like to join us?

Ghent, Belgium

On site

04-03-2025