Jobs at Volvo Group

What you will do

At Volvo Trucks you will contribute to the transformation of our company, the transport industry and society at large. You will: 

Purpose of the Role

• To lead, inspire and optimise the logistics function by ensuring seamless material flow, inventory accuracy, and operational efficiency in alignment with business objectives.
• This role is responsible for developing high-performing teams, fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement, and driving strategic initiatives that enhance productivity, reduce waste, and support customer success.
• The position serves as the key link between logistics and cross-functional stakeholders, ensuring compliance, collaboration, and innovation across all processes.
• Reporting: This position reports to Logistics & Fitment Centre Manager.

Job Objectives:

Leadership & People Development

• Provide clear direction and inspire the logistics team to achieve operational excellence.
• Empower and develop team members through coaching, mentoring, training, and performance reviews.
• Foster a high-performance culture built on diversity, inclusion, and respect.
• Develop succession plans and identify future leaders to ensure long-term organizational capability.
• Maintain strong industrial relations in line with labor regulations.

Safety, Environment, Compliance & Workplace Standards

• Champion a zero-accident safety culture and ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Promote ergonomic workplace design through continuous improvements efforts.

Collaboration & Communication

• Act as the primary link between the logistics dept and relevant stakeholders, ensuring timely updates on material flow and risks.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration to align strategies and ensure smooth operations.
• Represent logistics in cross-functional meetings to influence decisions and align with business objectives.

Inventory & Material Management

• Responsible for the entire Logistics value flow to ensure smooth supply of parts to the assembly line.
• Lead in material types managements networks such as PDS/Kit conversions, local parts, etc…
• Oversee inventory processes: goods receipt, unpacking, storage, line-feeding, and scrapping. Manage deviation material (DCNs, AFAs, UCRs, etc…) and related documentation.
• Ensure inventory accuracy across all systems through robust controls and reconciliation.
• Responsible for inventory control techniques (cycle counting, stock counts, ABC analysis, Kanban, etc…) to prevent shortages or excess.

Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement

• Monitor material flow and resolve bottlenecks using logistics systems.
• Drive productivity and efficiency through Lean, Six Sigma, and WCM methodologies.
• Identify automation and process optimization opportunities to reduce waste and manual handling.

Documentation & Resource Management

• Maintain accurate documentation (timesheets, stock transactions, operational reports) for compliance and transparency.
• Manage resource allocation and workload balancing with Engineering.

Who are you?

Do you dream big? We do too, and we are excited to grow together. In this role, you will bring: 

Qualification & Job Experience:

• Degree in Industrial Engineering / Logistics Management / Supply Chain Management or equivalent.
• 3-6 Years experience, (3 as a People Leader).
• Strong background in material supply and handling within assembly environments.
• Proficiency in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma concept, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proficiency in MS Office & SAP.

Key Competencies

• Analytical skills with experience in data visualization and reporting (Power BI, etc…).
• Familiarity with AI technologies for process optimization.
• Leadership and team management capabilities.
• Excellent communication skills in English (written and spoken).
• Ability to prioritize, plan, and work in a cross functional organization.
• Strong problem-solving and change management capabilities.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with data-driven decision-making.
• Adaptability to dynamic environments and global collaboration.

Application Closing Date: 13 October 2026.

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• We are looking for an experienced and passionate person with particular interest in financial processes andcontinuous improvement wanting to join our Financial Control & Accounting (South EMEA) Internal Control Teamwithin the Volvo Group.
• You will report to the Internal Control Director within the FCA South EMEA function. The position could be located in one of the following countries : France (Lyon), Spain (Madrid), UK (Warwick), Italy(Bergamo), South Africa (Johannesburg) and occasionally requires travel (up to 30%). 
• In the role as Internal Controller, you will work in close co-operation with the finance community to support the compliance of internal control in the legal entities based in eight different countries: France, UK, Italy, Spain, Middle East, South Africa, Algeria and Morocco. You will get a broad understanding of business processes and their connection to the financial statements. 
• You will be able to work with and learn more about key transaction flows (Revenue and receivables, Purchase and Payables, Inventory and Cost of Goods sold…) and build a strong network both within accounting and business control communities.
• As Internal Controller, you evaluate controls within the Volvo risk framework to secure there are mitigating identified risk related to activities in place according to the Volvo Internal Control Standard. In case of deficiency, you will advise operational teams about the adequate remediation plan and support them in their implementation. 
• You will also contribute to be a business partner to the finance stakeholders constantly looking for quality and efficiency improvements on internal control activities. 

What you will do

Key responsibilities 

• Perform and drive evaluation of transaction level controls according to the yearly scope, ensuring that controls are operating effectively (e.g., perform assessment, testing and walkthroughs) 
• Support Business controllers, Chief accountants and other operational teams in designing activities that meet the requirements of the Volvo Internal Control Standard framework and secure internal control scope coverage inrelevant entities /organizations in the region
• Support management with actions and remediations regarding issues from internal testing or external audits related to internal control
• Actively work to improve the internal control environment within the region S-EMEA, partly through digitalization and automation
• Drive and support management in internal control related to projects and improvement activities
• Lead and drive internal control awareness and trainings among operational teams
• Take active part in different networks within the organization at regional and global levels to learn and implement best internal control practices
• Be a knowledge basis for internal control initiatives, questions or concerns 

Who are you?

Do you dream big? We do too, and we are excited to grow together. In this role, you will bring: 

• To be successful in this role you have a holistic business and process awareness and understand the link to the financial statements. You have the ability to identify the key control points in the processes and secure adherence from financial reporting risk perspective.
• You act as a strong stakeholder in the internal control community and will be appreciated for your communication skills and good team spirit approach. You consider yourself as an analytical and driven person with high integrity and with a structured, and well-organized way of working. 

Educational qualifications and experience:

• University degree in Business Administration or similar Minimum 7 years of advanced experience in the field of financial reporting (including ideally 3-year experience in an audit firm)
• You need to be fluent in written and spoken English. 
• Previous international experience in multi-cultural companies with global exposure is an advantage 

What’s in it for you?

We offer a solid package of compensation and benefits, plus you will enjoy: 

• Work in a dynamic and international environment with exposure to multiple markets.
• Join a team that values learning, innovation, and continuous professional development.
• Access to training programs and career advancement opportunities.
• Be part of a fast-growing organization where your ideas truly make an impact.