Category Buyer - Purchasing Outbound Logistics

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 we offer

At Procurement, you are part of a global team with the mission to develop and maintain a world-class supplier base. Ensuring the supply of materials and services – at the right cost, quality, and technology – is essential for the success of Volvo Car Group. Ultimately, it's all about cooperating with people inside and outside the company to create a superior experience for the people who buy and drive a Volvo.
We are now looking for an experienced senior buyer to join our Global Category Team in Purchasing Outbound Logistics. The team’s responsibility covers the purchasing of finished vehicle transportation by Road, Rail & Ocean as well as other Logistics services. This buyer role is connected to the road segment. 
In our team, you will work in close cooperation with colleagues, internal stakeholders, and external suppliers to secure delivery of our brand-new cars – to the right cost, quality, and service. 
You will report to Team Manager Logistics EMEA – and we look forward to extending the team with yet another skilled and experienced buyer who enjoys working in a dynamic global environment.
Your main responsibility will be to lead sourcing initiatives and manage commercial relationships with suppliers and stakeholders. The right candidate has ideally a background in procurement or related supply chain services and also experience within project management and successfully driving complex sourcing projects.

Your key tasks

-    Lead and support cross-functional sourcing projects within the category including preparation, execution, analysis, negotiation, supplier selection, and contract management
-    You will work towards individual & team targets and perform administrative tasks related to the job. 
-    Develop and implement category and supplier strategies
-    Create and maintain commercial relations with suppliers and stakeholders
-    Work proactively with key business stakeholders to understand your product/service, its market, supply base, and potential innovation to find ways to increase value for Volvo Cars  including cost, quality, and sustainability
-    Perform market analysis, prioritization, and identification of optimal negotiation tactics 
-    Dare to question status quo or decided routes with stakeholders, suppliers, and people; and work proactively to build a better understanding and work towards common solutions
-    There might be some need for global business travel.

Do you fit the profile?

You have a university degree or equivalent experience
You have a minimum of 3 years of experience from a relevant Purchasing role and the above-listed sourcing activities
You are fluent in English, written and spoken
Experience in logistics, project management, or the automotive industry is meritorious.

On a personal level

To be successful in the role you need to have a business mindset, be target-oriented, performance driven with strong commercial acumen.
Your curious and analytical set of mind enables you to challenge the existing setup
You enjoy working co-operatively in teams as well as independent driving and completing tasks
You need to be structured to manage complex sourcing projects and the many interfaces connected with this role
You are confident acting in an international environment

How to learn more and apply

If you have any questions about the position, you are welcome to contact Engin Alsancak at  engin.alsancak@volvocars.com
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Maria Westermark at maria.westermark@volvocars.com
We want your application before the 7th of January, 2023 but selection will be running continuously.

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