Operations Graduate Program 2026 - Sustainability Excellence Leader

Volvo Group Operations Graduate Program   If you are up for the challenge of developing our future Operations and want to be a part of the innovative world of Volvo Group, this is the graduate program for you!  During 15 intense and exciting months, our Operations Graduate Program will give you a holistic view of our operational and logistic activities, including both the local and global perspective. You will be working with the technologies of tomorrow, building the products of the future – electric, connected and automated. In parallel, you will grow as a person, through individual and team development sessions.   You will have a permanent position from day one, with a manager and mentor to support you. You will experience several local and international on the job-rotations and work on business-critical projects developing your competencies for tomorrow. You will take a deep dive into some specific areas of our business such as manufacturing, health and safety, quality, and continuous improvements, while also learning about the end-to-end supply chain, aftermarket parts and our remanufacturing operations. In addition, you will gather with other program participants to take part in trainings and events designed to help you grow into your future career at the Volvo Group.   We offer the opportunity for you to be part of our digital transformation, applying new technologies to connect and automate our processes. Together we work with AI, data science, machine learning, circular systems, virtual manufacturing and more, to build our full electric or autonomous products.  If rotational development, a global set up and designing the world of tomorrow are aspects you are looking for in your next job context, this position might be something for you. Main activities The Sustainability Excellence Leader is a motivated and analytical team member with a passion for sustainability, environment, transport, and supply chain. You will support the development and execution of our environmental sustainability strategy, helping us unlock the full potential of the Volvo Group service business.  * Contribute to the implementation of our strategy and develop roadmaps to achieve SML's environmental sustainability strategy and target. * Participate in cross-functional projects and continuous improvement initiatives. * Collect, validate, and analyze environmental data to identify improvement and drive opportunities to reduce environmental impact. * Build and maintain digital solutions for automating emission reporting and monitoring together with data scientists/engineers and supply chain experts. * Develop and monitor global KPIs definitions, metrics and target setting for environmental sustainability, strive for automation and data accuracy. * Inspire and engage the organization by sharing knowledge and fostering an understanding of the importance of environmental sustainability. Prepare and share insights through reports, presentations, and workshops to engage stakeholders at all levels. * Benchmark best practices and stay ahead of industry trends, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations, and driving innovation in sustainability practices.  Who are you? We see you as a person with an analytical mindset and a strong interest in sustainability and supply chain. You are curious, driven, and motivated by contributing to our customer success while growing your own skills and experience.  * You have a passion for using analysis and problem-solving to make a real impact with strong analytical skills with the ability to handle and interpret data (experience with Excel, Power BI, or similar tools is an advantage). * Socialization and communication are among your strengths, you enjoy building relationships with different types of people and adapting your communication to your audience. * You value teamwork and collaboration, while also being confident in taking your own initiative and working independently when needed. * You are motivated by continuous development, both by yourself and the organization around you. * You see opportunities where others might see challenges and thrive in a dynamic, global environment. * You have a genuine interest in sustainability and supply chain operations, particularly in packaging, transport, and logistics.  Required knowledge/experience:  * MSc in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations management or relevant field, maybe with a specialization in Sustainability or Environment * Maximum two years of previous full-time working experience, prior to or after graduation. Work during studies are not included.  * In this truly global program, communication will be in English, hence you need to be fluent in both speaking and writing in English.   * Valid work permit for Sweden if not a citizen.  Curious, and have some questions? Contact us!    Manager: Audur Bjarnadottir, audur.bjarnadottir@volvo.com   We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail.