We are people who want to make a difference.
Volvo Cars is in a transformation journey. We operate in a fast-changing industry and are growing globally. Our culture encourages continuous improvements, cross-functional and diverse collaboration as well as creativity and passion. The purpose of retail operations is to maximize the commercial potential of personnel, products, and services. It is an exciting time as the business is transforming and we are transforming with it.

If you want to join us in our mission to make people’s lives less complicated, we offer you a chance to grow together with talented people who want to make a true difference!

About the role
The Partner Coordinator Retail is responsible for overseeing the coordination of the partner brands in the Retail area for Europe.
This role acts as a vital link between local markets, central teams, and partner brands. The coordinator will manage implementation plans, facilitate communication, and align key stakeholders to drive successful market entry and coordination of retail development.
This role is critical in ensuring the successful introduction and integration of the partner brands into the European market, contributing directly to the company's strategic objectives.

What you will do
Key responsibilities
Market Coordination & Support:

• Lead and manage the rollout of the partner brand across multiple European markets within the existing retailer network.
• Develop market-specific implementation plans and oversee execution in each market.

• Ensure alignment of the broader Europe strategy • Organize and lead regular update meetings, workshops, and briefing sessions to ensure all stakeholders are informed and engaged on central, regional and market level.

• Identify and escalate issues that may impact market rollout, coordinating with relevant teams to resolve challenges quickly and efficiently.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Serve as the primary point of contact between local market teams, the central coordination team, and partner brands.
• Ensure consistent communication and alignment on key project milestones, timelines, and deliverables.
• Collaborate with various departments to support the network build-up.

What you bring

• Proven experience in market coordination, project management, or retail network development, ideally within the automotive industry.
• Familiarity with European automotive markets and experience working in a multinational environment is highly desirable.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders across different areas.

About you
You have a high level of integrity and professionalism and are keen to take ownership in your areas of expertise. You are comfortable working independently but at the same time you have cross-functional and integrated work experience, with the ability to cooperate and work in a global, and truly diverse environment.

We value enthusiasm, independent thinking and a proactive attitude.

Location
We operate from Volvo Cars headquarter in Gothenburg, Sweden. It is therefore the preferred location for the ideal candidate. Alternative locations in Sweden and Europe can be discussed if expertise strongly matches the desired profile.


Want to know more
Does this sound like your next role? We welcome your application with CV and the cover letter via the link provided in this ad at the latest September, the 13th 2024. Applications with a cover letter explaining your motivation will be highly appreciated. Please note that applications via email will not be accepted due to GDPR.

We are meeting people on a continuous basis so we urge you to send your application as soon as possible.


If you want more information about the role and its responsibilities or simply learn a bit more about the team, please reach out to hiring manager Jakob Moberg at jakob.moberg@volvocars.com.


For information about the recruitment process please contact Aarthy Dinesh at aarthy.dinesh@volvocars.com.


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.