OBL Transport Operations Specialist i Göteborg

Be part of the change.

Nothing beats being part of positive change. We’re on a truly exciting journey, working together in a fast-paced global environment.  If you want to join us in our journey, we have an exciting job opening for you in Outbound Logistics Operations!

What we offer?

At Outbound Logistics, you are part of a global supply team that makes sure that the cars we build are delivered to our customers at required destinations at expected lead time. To make this happen, we secure that all outgoing transportation is established and executed, cost efficiently and with exact precision, to the entire Volvo Cars organisation. 

Are you service- and business minded? Do you share our passion about transportation flows and want to reach your personal goals together with other people? Then Outbound Logistics is the place for you!

What you’ll do
The purpose of the central function is to ensure outbound distribution for cars produced in Gent, Torslanda, China and in the US. This function is critical to manage the timely shipping of cars on a daily basis. We are mandated and have a commitment to deliver on time, on budget with a service mind-set. 
 

The role, Transport Operations Specialist, is operational with responsibility across a wide range of business areas within Volvo Cars and is based in Gothenburg, Sweden.

You will monitor and drive carrier transport performance and lead Carrier Management to improve operational performance and interact with stakeholders within Volvo Cars and Importers and drive process improvements.

Further, you will monitor KPI’s of appointed carriers and carry out regular reviews. You will build and maintain strong relationships with carriers and internal stakeholders to facilitate a positive working environment. When needed or requested you will ensure support to colleagues and contribute to a positive team working environment.

You and your skills
We are looking for a result-oriented team player with a positive mind set, who is self-motivated, engaged and willing to take ownership. You enjoy working in a global team and understand customer focus is key. We are looking for a colleague with pro-active approach and who is willing to walk the extra mile to reach our targets and customer expectations.

We believe you have:
•    Minimum of 3 years’ experience in logistics or supply chain 
•    Strong customer-focus and service mind-set with the ability to build and maintain relationships both internally and externally
•    Experience of managing multiple complex relationships
•    Understanding of general freight forwarding rules/regulations e.g. Inco terms
•    Good understanding of transportation documentation and export requirements.
•    Ability to communicate findings, make recommendations, and facilitate change 
•    Ability to take difficult conversations both internally and externally to secure deliverables

How to learn more and apply
We are in fact looking for two new colleagues! We offer one permanent position and one maternity cover (fixed-term contract for one year).
 

To apply, please register your profile and attach your application documents via the link below as soon as possible but no later than 2022-01-23. 
 

If you have any additional questions regarding the position, you are welcome to contact Hiring Manager Pernilla Hallengren at pernilla.hallengren@volvocars.com. For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Senior Recruiter Lotta Ericsson at lotta.ericsson@volvocars.com.
 

Please note that applications via email will not be approved due to GDPR.
 

Welcome with your application!

Who are we?

Everything we do starts with people. Our purpose is to provide freedom to move, in a personal, sustainable and safe way. We are committed to simplifying our customers’ lives by offering better technology solutions that improve their impact on the world and bringing the most advanced mobility innovations to protect them, their loved ones and the people around them. 

Volvo Cars’ continued success is the result of a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive working environment. The people of Volvo Cars are committed to making a difference in our world. Today, we are one of the most well-known and respected car brands, with over 40,000 employees across the globe. We believe in bringing out the best in each other and harnessing the true power of people. At Volvo Cars your career is designed around your talents and aspirations so you can reach your full potential. Join us on a journey of a lifetime as we create safety, autonomous driving and electrification technologies of tomorrow.

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