Aftermarket Project Manager

at  Volvo Group

Volvo Group has been operating in Australia since 1972 and has a strong track record of helping our customers succeed in their respective industries. Volvo Group Australia manages the manufacturing, distribution and operation of well-known brands such as Volvo Trucks, Mack Trucks, UD Trucks, Volvo Bus, Volvo Penta, Volvo Construction Equipment and Volvo Financial Services. This role forms part of Group Trucks Technology (GTT), who are the truck and product development organisation within Volvo Group.
GTT is responsible for technology research, engine development, product design and all the technology and product development linked to truck operations, as well as supporting the products in the aftermarket. The organization has almost 10,000 employees working in global teams with focus on delivering world-class engineered products and services.

WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE BELIEVE IN

Our focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive by providing a safe and supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. We are committed to removing the barriers to entry, which is why we ask that even if you feel you may not meet every qualification on the job description, please apply and let us decide.
Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group’s leading brands and entities.
Group Trucks Technology are seeking talents to help design sustainable transportation solutions for the future. As part of our team, you’ll help us by engineering exciting next-gen technologies and contribute to projects that determine new, sustainable solutions. Bring your love of developing systems, working collaboratively, and your advanced skills to a place where you can make an impact. Join our design shift that leaves society in good shape for the next generation

WHAT YOU WILL DO

As the Aftermarket Project Manager, your focus will be to secure and drive the Aftermarket Technology product project deliveries, as well as coordinate the phase in of new spare parts through to the set-up of logistics. The product areas include Repair and Technical Information solutions, Spare Parts solutions, Prognostic / Diagnostic solutions, as well as Software solutions.

Your responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Ensuring relevant, verified and validated Aftermarket Technology products are delivered in line with project scope
• Consolidating Aftermarket readiness between other relevant solution providers to ensure product launches are complete and well-functioning
• Interacting closely with global Aftermarket partners in the delivery of quality solutions
• Supporting the Project Leaders and GTT Management with advice on financial management and business risks associated with your area of project delivery
• Consolidating Aftermarket Technology readiness in product decision forums, with project management and vehicle development teams
• Coordinating aftermarket logistics tasks for the project including phase in of new parts, commercial packaging and total transport support

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

• Proven experience in managing project deliveries
• Experience in the automotive manufacturing industry would be ideal, however experience in the greater manufacturing industry will be considered
• Experience in the heavy vehicle or aftermarket spaces are highly desirable but not essential
• Relevant trade qualifications to the role (an Engineering degree is desirable but not essential)
• Excellent communication skills
• A high level of customer service acume