Senior Buyer

Lets introduce ourselves

At Volvo Cars Procurement organization were building a future-focused organization through strategic partnerships and resilient global value chains. Our global category teams collaborate closely with stakeholders to drive innovation foster long-term supplier relationships and create a sustainable global footprint. Were committed to reducing supply chain risks while constantly exploring new suppliers and ideas.

We empower our teams to take ownership foster innovation and deliver exceptional value to support the success of both our business and our customers.

Join us in unleashing the full potential of our global organization!

At Direct Material Procurement were looking for a talented Senior Buyers to make a powerful impact within our dynamic global this role youll be at the forefront of transforming cost into value partnering with innovative resilient and sustainable suppliers to position Volvo Cars as the top choice for our customers. Youll take on the strategic responsibility of managing high-priority suppliers who produce the vital components and materials for our world-class cars. Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders youll play a crucial role in crafting an exceptional experience for every customer who buys and drives a Volvo.

Were now seeking driven and innovative individuals eager to make an impact and be part of our exciting ambitious journey. Be part of one of our global procurement teams and shape our future with us in:

• Vehicle Platform
• Tophat
• Software & Electronics
• Propulsion & Energy

What youll do

As this is a Senior Buyer role your scope of responsibilities will on top of your regular scope also include more strategic responsibilities as well as to help us drive the change and transformation in the organization.

• Navigate a dynamic environment embracing new challenges high-tempo and complex negotiations
• Develop and execute purchasing strategies aligned with future technologies and business needs
• Take ownership of the supply base ensuring financially sound sustainable and capable suppliers
• Together with global category teams and internal stakeholders plan and execute strategic supplier selections
• Ensure all purchasing deliverables are met at each program milestone
• Collaborate with category teams and stakeholders to guarantee supplier capability quality and on-time deliveries
• Drive initiatives to optimize ongoing business and continuously identifying opportunities for cost savings in commercial technical and supply chain areas

Continuously assess and manage supply base risks while seeking ways to improve and streamline operations

What youll bring

Besides brining all below expertise we believe you have the ability to build trust through honesty integrity and authenticity. You will shine in this role if you are structured and organized and you know how to effectively manage complexity and diverse interfaces.

• Strong business acumen with experience working internationally with global suppliers balancing short-term needs with long-term goals.
• You build trust through honesty integrity and authenticity.
• Structured and organized effectively managing complexity and diverse interfaces.
• Confidence in influencing stakeholders in an international setting with fluent English communication.
• Resilience in achieving results under pressure consistently seeking new opportunities through formal and informal development channels.
• Collaborative and goal-oriented approach with expertise in supplier management and fact-based negotiations.
• Experience in fast-paced ambiguous environments undergoing digital transformation with a knack for turning challenges into business opportunities.