Managing Director

Volvo; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A global transport company is seeking a Managing Director for its South Africa operations. You will lead the execution of business strategy and oversee performance while ensuring customer satisfaction and operational excellence. The ideal candidate has a strong background in truck sales and proven leadership skills. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the region by shaping the future of sustainable transport.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience with P&L responsibility.
• Strong background in customer-focused business and retail operations.
• Skilled in building inclusive, high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of business strategy for Volvo Trucks South Africa.
• Ensure delivery of financial and operational KPIs.
• Champion Volvo’s values and sustainability goals.

Skills

Leadership experience

Truck sales background

Coaching and mentoring

Excellent communication

Fluency in English

Education

University degree

Job description

Overview

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future. If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.

Are you a strategic, people-centered leader with a passion for driving business growth and operational excellence? Do you thrive in a global, multicultural environment and want to make a meaningful impact in a key market? Are you ready to take full ownership of the Volvo Trucks portfolio in South Africa, leading with vision, integrity, and purpose?

If you\'re looking for your next bold career move, this could be it.

About the Role

As Managing Director for Volvo Trucks South Africa, you will lead the execution of our business strategy and oversee the performance of our retail and partner network. You’ll be responsible for the full Volvo Trucks portfolio in South Africa, including product offerings, services, and customer satisfaction.

You will hold legal responsibility for the entire value chain – from production and logistics to customer delivery – and collaborate closely with colleagues across our global business areas. You will also chair the Country Management Team and the Legal Board.

Key Responsibilities

• Translate Volvo Trucks’ strategic vision into actionable priorities for the South African market.
• Lead and develop a high-performing, inclusive organization across retail operations and partnerships.
• Ensure delivery of financial and operational KPIs, with full P&L responsibility.
• Drive customer satisfaction through strong engagement, service excellence, and continuous improvement.
• Attract, develop, and retain diverse talent, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and growth.
• Champion Volvo’s values and sustainability goals in every aspect of the business.

What You Bring

We believe diverse leadership drives better outcomes. If you bring the following experience and qualities, we’d love to hear from you:

• Proven leadership experience, including P&L responsibility.
• Strong background in truck sales, retail operations, and customer-focused business.
• Skilled in coaching, mentoring, and building inclusive, high-performing teams.
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills.
• Comfortable working in a global, intercultural context.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written).
• A university degree.

About Volvo Trucks International

Volvo Trucks International oversees sales and marketing across Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and Oceania – spanning 127 countries. Our Sales Area is managed through ten global hubs, including Johannesburg, Gothenburg, Brisbane, and Dubai. The HQ is located in Gothenburg, Sweden.

About South Africa

South Africa is a vibrant, diverse country with a rich cultural heritage and dynamic economy. Johannesburg, the economic heart of the nation, offers a unique blend of tradition and innovation – making it an inspiring place to live and lead. As Managing Director, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping Volvo Trucks’ future in the region.

Last application date: September 17, 2025.

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Who we are and what we believe in

We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group’s leading brands and entities.

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.

At Volvo Trucks you will be part of leading the way towards a sustainable transport industry. For nearly a century we have been innovating for people – to make life easier, better and safer. Driving progress is our promise to customers, to the industry and to society. At Volvo Trucks we share a curiosity to learn, we work with passion and we embrace change to stay ahead. Join us, together we move the world we want to live in.