The role
We are looking for a collaborative and experienced leader to guide the Bus and Coach business in the UK and Ireland through its next phase. Volvo Buses focuses on production and development on chassis, working with external bodybuilders and partners to offer a complete range of city, intercity, and premium coach solutions. As Managing Director, Cluster West, you will lead the way and work with a highly dedicated team to execute on the business strategy.
Key responsibilities
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Lead the shift from product sales to customer-focused solutions sales.
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Strengthen relationships and collaboration with customers, bodybuilders, market companies, partners, dealers, and service networks across the UK and Ireland.
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Guide the business through change, ensuring clear priorities, effective execution, and strong accountability.
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Manage business risks, opportunities, and trade-offs as the scope evolves.
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Contribute as a member of the Business Unit Chassis leadership team.
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Support strategy, business performance, people development, and culture-building initiatives.
You
We believe you bring senior leadership experience from a complex, fast-paced, multicultural environment, along with experience of leading change and the ability to turn strategy into action. You have a strong focus on results and can translate goals into clear priorities and daily execution. Your leadership style is grounded in trust, and you create an environment where people feel empowered, engaged, and supported to develop and deliver their best. You also bring strong partnership-building skills and the ability to create trust-based, long-term relationships, both within your organization and with your colleagues globally. Your inclusive mindset and confidence working with diverse teams, using your strong communication and stakeholder management skills makes you excel in this role!
Qualifications and experience
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A relevant degree or equivalent experience is an advantage.
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Fluent English is required.
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International business experience is an advantage.
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Experience in mobility, automotive, or related industries is beneficial, but not essential.
The successful candidate will have a strong track record of delivering results, leading through change, and building trusted relationships across a broad stakeholder network. If you meet most of the requirements and are excited about this opportunity, we encourage you to apply.
Reporting line
The position reports to the Senior Vice President of Business Unit Chassis and is a member of the Business Unit Chassis management team.
Location and timeline
The position is based in Warwick. Travel is expected, but we value sustainable ways of working and work-life balance.
For more information please contact:
Linnea Chertudi, Vice President People & Culture, Business Unit Chassis Volvo Buses, +46 79 302 92 88 or
Dan Pettersson, Senior Vice President Business Unit Chassis Volvo Buses, +46 76 553 30 67
Last application date is the 21st of June.
