Logistics Leader

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

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.

• 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.

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

• 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.

• 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.

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

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

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

• 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.

• Analytical skills with experience in data visualization and reporting (Power BI, etc…).
• Familiarity with AI technologies for process optimisation.
• Leadership and team management capabilities.
• Excellent communication skills in English (written and spoken).
• Ability to…