Category Buyer

For our client Volvo Cars we are looking for an experienced Category Buyer.

Be part of the change.

Nothing beats being part of positive change. Volvo Cars are on a truly exciting journey, working together in a fast-paced global environment to break new ground in almost every aspect of there operations. Right now, Volvo Cars have an exciting job opening for you in the Displays and Comfort systems category team.
The Direct Procurement department seeks new talent. Volvo Cars provide best in class procurement services to stakeholders within the company with different sourcing activities, supplier- market- and spend analysis, contract management as well as governance towards there current and potential suppliers

What´s in it for you

In this role, you will lead and support cross-functional sourcing projects in the SW & Electronics area. This includes preparation, implementation, analysis, negotiation, supplier selection and contract management.
You will support, develop and implement supplier strategies, create and maintain commercial relationships with suppliers and stakeholders.
You enjoy working proactively with key stakeholders to understand your product / function, its market, delivery base and potential innovation, to find ways to increase the value of Volvo Cars, including cost, quality and sustainability.
The role performs market analysis, prioritization and identification of optimal negotiation tactics as well as handling business in current production.
As a persona, you need to dare to question the status quo or specific paths with stakeholders, suppliers, people; and work proactively to build better understanding and work for common solutions.

Do you fit the profile?

We are looking for a person, who is commercial and result driven!

YOU
- prestigeless, courageous team player who is curious and tech savvy
- like challenges and are focused on setting and reaching goals.
- are creative and motivated to find new solutions and opportunities,
- dare to challenge status quo, suppliers and our stakeholders.
- can handle parallel projects and see the whole picture of a business case,
- excellent in building relations both internally and externally.
- are a strong team player who are honest and actively work with self-development.

To succeed in this role, you have a Business or Technical University degree (or equivalent).
You have experience from Commercial and/or Engineering work (2-5 year) including commercial negotiations and legal knowledge.
You also have a strong business acumen combined with high integrity and can prioritize your own work and always delivery on time.
Displays/Comfort systems is considered as a global commodity, so excellent communication skills (written and oral) in English is a requirement and additional languages like Mandarin, Swedish is advantageous.
Supplier relations are important, where your excellent communication skills, is a great ability. Daily negotiation is also one of your strongest area.

On a personal level - Competence and experience are important, but personality and passion are key

The mobility industry is changing rapidly, and the competitive environment and our company’s strategy might change fast. Therefore, Volvo Cars are not only valuing your previous experience and competencies but also your personality and your passion to develop and embrace unknown future challenges. Most important is that you share our values, truly believe in and are motivated by there purpose and have an honest ambition to join a dynamic team that is deeply committed to transform and progress the consumer experience in the mobility industry at global scale.