Plant Business Office Manager (VCK)

Be a part of the electric future of Volvo Cars

It’s crystal clear: The actions we take in the next few years will significantly impact our future. We’re committed to transforming the automotive industry and leading in electrification. To make sure we deliver on our big plans, we’ll need to expand our current manufacturing footprint. That’s why we’ve decided to open a new state-of-the-art electric only car factory – and this time we’re expanding in Kosice, Slovakia.

The new plant will only use climate neutral energy and be designed to be a leader in sustainable and efficient premium electric car production. We will optimize layout and logistics flow to achieve the highest global standards in energy and environmental efficiency.

This is a unique opportunity to be a part of building something completely new, setting a new standard for Volvo manufacturing. Jump in and join the ride!

Let's introduce ourselves

Plant Business Office (PBO) is the plant's central unit for strategy and efficiency, responsible for defining, securing, and driving the long-term vision, capacity, efficiency, and investment planning across the entire facility. PBO organization includes several project managers, project leaders, and analysts and falls under Plant Engineering, together with other central functions such as Environment, Plant Maintenance (center of excellence for maintenance) and Facility Management. PBO works very closely with the Plant Management Team as well as central functions on topics such as capacity, efficiencies, new technology roll-out, or high-priority complex projects (such as permitting).

What You'll Do

You will be the principal strategist and business driver behind our facility’s long-term growth and competitiveness. Leading a high-performing team of Project Managers and Analysts (:5 FTE), you will steer site strategy, capacity planning, footprint optimization, and capital investments while expanding the plant’s external business ecosystem.

Operating at the intersection of Plant Engineering, General Management, and Manufacturing Strategy, you will bridge local operations with global leadership, external partners, and regional institutions to pioneer transformation, launch cutting-edge technologies, and unlock new growth opportunities.

In doing so, you will be responsible for:

Strategic Masterplan & Vision

• Own the technical master plan, facility footprint, and long-term industrial layout;

• Drive innovation, automation, and efficiency roadmaps, and site-wide transformation and improvement initiatives;

Innovation, Funding & External Partnerships

• Source, prepare, and secure funding for innovative projects through EU programs, state subsidies, and regional development grants;

• Identify and build strategic business partnerships with external tech providers, research institutions, local industry ecosystems, and commercial stakeholders to accelerate site innovation;

• Lead general business-development initiatives and strategic assignments beyond core plant operations.

Efficiency & Capacity Optimization

• Set efficiency targets, model production loading, and optimize workforce/manning forecasts;

• Maintain overview of capacity bottlenecks and lead capacity modeling effort;

• Lead cross-functional pre-studies (e.g., insourcing vs. outsourcing, vehicle cycle plans, model-year integrations).

Capex & Project Governance

• Oversee capital expenditure strategy from initial ideation and business case development to scope definition, approval, and phase-out;

• Maintain rigorous project governance and cross-departmental alignment across complex industrial programs;

Executive & Stakeholder Alignment

• Act as the primary strategic liaison between local plant leadership, global corporate divisions (R&D, Procurement, Program Office), and external business entities;

• Optimize organizational structures, governance processes, and external business models.

What You'll Bring

• Proven Leadership: 10+ years in a senior Program/Project Management or Business Development role within automotive OEM, highly automated manufacturing, or major transformation environments;

• Funding & Partnership Expertise: Demonstrated experience securing EU/state grants, managing institutional funding mechanisms, and building strategic external partnerships;

• Strategic & Financial Acumen: Strong track record in long-term strategy, Capex allocation, business case development, and broader business development assignments;

• Team Leadership: Experience managing, coaching, and developing direct teams of project managers and analysts;

• Technical & Process Knowledge: Deep understanding of manufacturing systems, process design, Lean/Six Sigma, and project methodologies (PMP or equivalent preferred).

• Digital skills: Strong proficiency in MS Office Suite;

• Cross-Functional Influence: Exceptional stakeholder management, communication, and negotiation skills across international matrices;

• Education: University degree in Business/Economics, Industrial Engineering, Automation, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field;

• Languages & Mobility: Fluent in English (Slovak is a strong advantage), ability and willingness to travel occasionally.

Compensation Data

Base Monthly Salary (Gross) for this position starts from 3.800 EUR.

• The salary amount represents the minimum guaranteed amount of the basic salary component applicable to the job. Final salary is negotiable and will be adjusted in accordance with seniority level and previous experience of candidate.

Additional benefits:

• Summer & Winter Pay;

• Annual Volvo Bonus depending on performance and company's financial results;

• Company car with a monthly fuel benefit;

• Contribution for Supplementary Pension Savings (lll. Pillar);

• Cafeteria Benefit Program;

• Contribution for meals exceeding legal requirements;

• Compensation for dioptric glasses & contact lenses beyond the legal requirements;

• Life insurance for cases of loss of life, disability, work injury;

• Flexible working hours.

Volvo Cars. For Life.

For nearly a century, Volvo Cars has empowered people to move freely in a personal, sustainable and safe way. Today, we are driving bold advancements in electrification, sustainability and automotive safety. To realise our ambitious vision, we are seeking innovative minds who are ready to tackle the challenges of tomorrow – today.

At Volvo Cars, we believe extraordinary things are achieved by ordinary people with a passion for making a difference. If you’re inspired by the opportunity to help redefine the future of mobility, we invite you to be part of our journey.

Ready for the next step?

You can submit your application via our career page. Please send us your CV and cover letter (optional) in English. You will receive a confirmation email once you have successfully submitted your application.

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