Director for Research and Technology Development

Knowledge, skills and experience

PhD, preferably in manufacturing or equivalent

Deep knowledge on new technologies and processes connected to future Volvo Group challenges

Proven networking ability and ability to work in multicultural environment and strong networks within manufacturing engineering as well as within universities, technical institutes and external funding bodies

Strong in communication and ability to coach and drive, facilitate change and having a holistic perspective

Strong business oriented mind-set, with fact based and neutral approach

Demonstrating a high and solid level in each of the Volvo Group Leadership competencies for the leading people level

Experience of management within a production environment and strong manufacturing engineering knowledge and experience as well as good understanding of the industrial world

As all documentation is in English, proficiency in the English language is required GTO Quality & Engineering is a global function that develops product and process solutions, leading to operational excellence. More specific, following areas are our key focus:

Develop long-term plans and strategies for Quality & Environment to deliver on Volvo GTO commitments

Lead the development of global strategies and plans for manufacturing processes

Establish clear product requirements and be the interface to Global Trucks Technologies

Develop and implement global way of working within Quality and Engineering

Develop global expertise and resources in critical competence areas

Act in close co-operation with GTO Plants to efficiently develop and deliver services and products with the right Quality, Delivery time and Cost.

We are now looking for a Director for Research and Technology Development,

in this role you will be reporting to the Vice President Manufacturing Technology and Competence Areas and be a part of the management team within GTO QE MT&CA.

Purpose and content of the role

Lead the technology planning process of the manufacturing technology area in coordination with all needed parties. Plan technology developments and research to deliver to future technology concepts and Volvo Group innovation to secure future competitiveness

Manage project portfolio of the manufacturing technology area. Build the budget of the area and steer activities accordingly to secure project deliveries and transfer mature technologies, systems and methods to implementation projects

Initiate and lead global cross functional networks

Develop and drive governmental, university and institute cooperation in prioritized areas and represent GTO QE within Volvo Group and prioritized external forums in the domain of competence and responsibility

Develop internal and external communication plans in coordination with the communication department to share best practice

Secure Intellectual Property and freedom to operate in the area of responsibility

Develop and maintain a continuous improvement plan for the Research & Technology Development area

Lead a team of Research and Technology Development Engineers and specialists

Responsibilities and main tasks

Active member of the QE MTCA management team

Actively provide input to, develop and maintain relevant long term manufacturing technology plans and roadmaps

Actively seek for new trends, best practices and opportunities globally, aiming at affecting the long-term technology strategy of the Volvo Group

Project control and coordination of the Technology Development project portfolio budget and status

Maintain and develop KPI’s

Secure Intellectual Property according to strategy

Develop internal and external cooperation and to represent the function with external stakeholders as required

Ensure that the function is properly resourced in all respects and has the capacity commitment and competence to achieve the planned objectives

To continually inspire, develop and motivate people resources within the function

Participate in meetings and also in Boards, Councils, Committees and Networks upon request of the Vice President MT&CA

Initiate and follow up improvement projects contribute to GTO QE MT&CA journey to go beyond gold

Application screening will start immediately; we look forward to receiving your application by Jan 8, 2019.

For additional information, please contact

Staffan Vidén, VP Manufacturing Technology and Competence Areas, phone +46 31 3222089 or Cecilia Celestian, HRBP, +46313236361 The Volvo Group is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of trucks, buses, construction equipment and marine and industrial engines under the leading brands Volvo, Renault Trucks, Mack, UD Trucks, Eicher, SDLG, Terex Trucks, Prevost, Nova Bus, UD Bus and Volvo Penta.

Volvo Group Trucks Operations encompasses all production of the Group’s engines and transmissions, as well as all production of Volvo, Renault and Mack trucks. The organization is responsible for spare parts supplies to the Group´s customers as well as for designing, operating and optimizing logistics and supply chain for all brands, production facilities and distribution centers where the Volvo Group operates. In Volvo Group Trucks Operations you will be part of a diverse team of highly skilled professionals who work with passion, trust and embrace change to stay ahead. We make our customers win.