Michael Perkins
performance management tools . This was a huge transformation for us .” Volvo Cars ’ four strategic partners include Capgemini , HCL , Cognizant and Infosys . “ As a whole , any one of them could have taken on the entire transformation project . However , like I previously mentioned , we believe that taking a holistic approach and collaborating with our partners will drive ‘ best-in-class ’ outcomes if we utilise each of them to their strengths . Capgemini was selected for our manufacturing , logistics , finance , hosting , HR , facility , legal and security , while HCL is our partner for product creation , research development , IP assets ,
Michael Perkins
EXECUTIVE PROFILE
Michael has a wealth of experience in expense management within a multitude of industries , including insurance , real estate , technology , legal , human capital , and private equity , to name a few . For over 15 years , Michael was a partner with Profit Recovery Partners , a professional services firm that develops , implements , and manages cost-reduction solutions .
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Michael joined Volvo Car Corporation in April 2016 to help establish and launch its first manufacturing plant being built in the US . This included the overall responsibility of Machinery & Tooling , Logistics , Facilities Management , IT , Marketing & Sales , Professional Services , etc . After two years in the US , and completing the launch , Michael moved to Sweden to join the indirect procurement management team . In his current role , Michael is responsible for the EMEA region as well as driving global direction in the areas of Marketing & Sales , CED ( IT ), and Professional Services . www . manufacturingglobal . com