Category Buyer

Who are we?
Volvo Cars is a company on a mission; to bring traditional car manufacturing into a connected, sustainable and smart future.
Since 1927, we have been a brand known for our commitment to safety, creating innovative cars that make life less complicated for our consumers. In 2010, we decided to transform our business, resulting in a totally new generation of cars and technologies, as well as steady growth and record sales. Today, we’re expanding our global footprint in Europe, China and the US, and we’re on the lookout for new talent.
We are constantly pushing our own skills and abilities to drive change in the automobile industry like never before. We are looking for innovative, committed people to join us in this endeavour and create safe, sustainable and connected cars. We believe in the power of people and will challenge and support you to reach your full potential. Join us and be part of Volvo Cars’ journey into the future.

What you’ll do
At Procurement, you are part of a global team with the mission to develop and maintain a competitive and sustainable global supplier base. Ensuring the supply of materials and services - at the right cost, quality, and with the best technology are essential for the growth of Volvo Car Group.
Ultimately, it's all about cooperating with people inside and outside the company to create a genuine experience for the people who buy and drive a Volvo.
The Interior Team is searching for a Category Buyer who is genuinely interested in business development and optimization, problem-solving, cross-functional collaboration and who is always aiming to learn and improve both personally and professionally. 
You own and develop your business throughout the life cycle in close collaboration with your internal and external stakeholders.

Owning & developing your business entails responsibilities such as but not limited to:

-       Category strategy development
-       Supplier scouting and evaluation
-       Financial and Market analysis
-       Supplier selection
-       Handling consequences of various changes during program
-       Identify and negotiate cost opportunities in running production
-       Risk mitigation and handling
-       Secure supplier´s ability to follow our demands such as capacity changes
-       Handle supplier cost claims and inability to deliver according to our needs
-       Leading Business Review Meetings with suppliers and stakeholders
-       Reporting status and plan for your business area to your seniors
-       Securing system hygiene (ordering, planning, price & capacity updates, etc)
-       Finally, you will handle any ad hoc issues that might arise for your business. 

What you’ll bring 
As a Category Buyer at Volvo Cars, you will benefit from already having worked at least 3 years within either procurement or sales in a complex industry.
Having worked within both professions as well as having project management experience is a competitive advantage.
You have a Bachelor or Masters´ degree within Procurement, International Business, Business Administration or Industrial Engineering.
You have an analytical and structured mindset as well as extensive negotiation experience.
You are progressive, inclusive, persuasive and positive and want to make a difference for the team and the company in everything you do.
Enjoy working in a collaborative and innovative environment with highly motivated and creative colleagues who all aim to make a difference.  

Want to know more? We hope so
We’d love to receive and review your application.
If you want more information about the role and its responsibilities or simply learn a bit more about the team, please reach out to the hiring manager at heidi.owren@volvocars.com, or the recruiter at pedram.yousefi@volvocars.com.
We want your application latest October 6th, 2023, but selection will be running continuously. 

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